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    Practical Landscaping Problem-Busters - #1

    Sensible Solutions For DYI-ers



    A lot of residential owners today are increasingly interested with the fine art of landscaping. Understandably so, a well-kept and manicured yard is the best way to provide a stunning backdrop against any type of house structure. But more than just the aesthetic reasons, a wonderful landscaping design can significantly increase the resale value of your home up to as much as 15%. Now, that’s definitely some welcome news if you are planning to put your property on the real estate market sometime in the future.



    While most of us may have had some experience with the simple task of repotting plants or the basic knowledge on the general maintenance of the lawn, many eager do-it-yourselfers may be a little intimidated with the prospect of taking on a large-scale project of landscaping. It is definitely a rather daunting endeavor, but nothing that cannot be completed with a healthy dose of determination and keen interest.



    Landscaping is basically one of those major home improvement projects that require a certain degree of knowledge. Unlike other projects where you can simply rely on some ready to install kits to ease your way through, with landscaping you are generally well on your own. Of course, a landscaping manual can extensively provide guidance, but the rest of the groundwork is entirely up to you. However, with a sensible head on your shoulder and a pair of willing hands, you are well on your way to giving your yard that sorely needed makeover you have been planning for years.



    To help you deftly avoid some minor hitches that you will predictably encounter along the way, here is a list of some major problems with some wonderful and simple solutions. Some individuals who are stumped with a certain dilemma are prone to abandon the project altogether, or spend thousands on hiring professional landscaping services. However, with adequate knowledge on how to niftily get around some problem areas, you can look for forward to a cheaper and hassle-free landscaping project that you can work on with considerable ease and confidence.


    Problem # 1: Land Is Too Rocky


    If your property has an especially rocky patch of land that gets in the way with your landscaping plan, then the most logical solution that naturally presents itself is to adapt a rocky garden design. Why not turn this type of terrain to your advantage rather than make a big fuss about it, right? If you live in a particularly dry region it is certainly more sensible to plant some rock crevices with a number of drought tolerant plants rather than spend endless days constantly fretting about wilting and saggy plants.


    So what are the best drought-tolerant plants for your garden? While you cannot entirely enjoy the showiness of the standalone plants, the rocks can easily be complemented with wonderful plants that also require little maintenance. Ferns and begonias are among the popular choices since these plants are known to easily withstand extreme humidity. Cacti and other succulents are also wonderful addition since it blends beautifully with the rocks. However, if you are living in high altitudes, the classic alpine rock garden would be a much preferable solution.

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