Let’s be honest, we’re all busy, and home appearances often fall by the wayside as a result.
Sure, you might have dreams of creating an outdoor oasis in your backyard at some point (probably retirement!), but do you really have time for all of that right now?
The answer is probably no. But, does that mean your yard is consigned to overgrown flower beds and a lawn that looks more like a meadow? Not necessarily.
In reality, just like how modern times have granted us ways to make our lives easier at work and play, they also provide plenty of ways to get a great-looking garden with zero work. Simply consider the following crucial ways to create a no-hassle garden that still looks great.
Choose anything but paving slabs
Not too long ago, plain, gray concrete paving slabs were about the only outdoor option that promised to look after itself. But no one wants a plain gray yard, and these days, there’s no reason why you should have to.
Now, there are some great, equally low-stress options for finishing your low-maintenance yard off with a bang. Artificial grass is perhaps the most obvious of these and can add a much-needed pop of greenery. Equally, options like wooden decking can be great for adding interest, variety, and a far better-looking finish than those dreaded plain paving slabs!
Install an impressive centerpiece
Look, a low-maintenance garden will never be quite as impressive as some elaborate creation that benefits from flourishing flower beds and blooming bushes. But, by installing a fantastic centerpiece, you can entirely detract attention away from the dahlias that are missing from your outside space.
Simply think about things that will fill the space regardless and immediately draw the eye, like a decking area as mentioned, a fountain of some kind, or even a seating area complete with an impressive outdoor fireplace. In each instance, you ensure that you’ll actually use the space you create, and also that the whole thing looks the part, rather than coming across as blank and lacking like it might otherwise.
Choose long-lasting plants
Though you won’t want to go all out with planting in a low-key outdoor space, the reality is that your yard will also look better for having a few plants in it. Luckily, that needn’t mean that you’re on your hands and knees every planting season, or weeding every weekend. Instead, you can elevate your outdoor space with low-maintenance, long-lasting plants that pretty much take care of themselves.
Countless outdoor options fit this bill, including Stonecrop, Hosta, Hydrangeas, and Catmint. Herbs like sage and thyme are also surprisingly hardy and will grow even if you neglect them from the moment they’re in the ground. Even if you have a fully decked or artificially turfed lawn, growing these perennial plants in pots allows you to add a pop of color, texture, and plant life, without a green finger in sight.
Who said gardening had to be hard work to look good? Not us!
