Spring is right around the corner and there’s no better time to start thinking about your future landscaping plans. With the start of a new year comes new landscaping trends. We predict that interesting design features and eco-friendly alternatives are here to stay this year. Here are the top three trends to keep an eye on in 2019:
Pollinator Gardens
The Save the Bees Movement became a hot topic in 2018 and we believe it will continue to be a priority this year. Pollinator populations continue to decline due to habitat loss and the use of pesticides, but people are taking small steps to create healthy ecosystems for them in their own backyards. Homeowners are opting for plant-specific nectar and pollen-producing plants to attract more pollinators and give them a liveable space. Pollinator gardens are both eco-friendly and beautiful to look at, so we believe they’ll gain even more popularity in 2019.
Outdoor Relaxation & Entertaining Spaces
Landscaping experts are noticing more and more that people are investing in their landscapes to make them beautiful places to entertain guests or to relax. Weatherproof speakers, fire pits, ambient lighting, quality outdoor furniture, and high-end grills are all huge trends in modern landscaping. People are creating their own personal oases in their backyards so that it feels like going on vacation every time they step outside. Putting some extra effort into creating a space you actually enjoy this spring will pay off when you’re sipping lemonade in a comfy lounge chair in your yard this summer.
Low Maintenance Landscapes
Landscaping and gardening can require a lot of time and energy and most people don’t have a ton of time and energy to spare. Because of this, people are gravitating towards more low maintenance lawns such as sod, drought-tolerant plants, and perennials. If you’re interested in a low maintenance landscaping option this spring, sod is the perfect option for you. Check out our sod products here: http://www.bigfootturf.com/sod-products
