No matter how diverse, all stunning residential landscapes require balance. They should incorporate both hardscaping and softscaping elements to promote symmetry and harmony. Use these landscaping tips to achieve this balance easily.

3 Hardscaping & Softscaping Tips for a Balanced Landscape

1. Start With Hardscaping Elements

Begin your project by deciding which hardscaping elements are the most important to you, such as a large fountain in the center of your yard or an expansive patio. Other popular hardscaping examples include benches, gazebos, fences, outdoor kitchens, walkways, and statues. Once you have your hardscaping elements in place, it is easier to envision what greenery looks best around and within them.

2. Choose Complementary Greenery

Select flowers and other greenery that complement your hardscaping elements. For example, hanging vines could adorn a gazebo or trellis, and large, colorful blooms would look at home in corners of a patio. Keep proportions in mind as you select your greenery. For example, towering plants look out of place on a small patio. Conversely, a huge fountain surrounded by tiny plants and flowers creates a confusing rather than symmetrical look.

3. Think About Color

Don’t forget about color as you plan your landscaping project. Plant flowers and trees that differ from the green of your grass, and choose a color scheme for the hardscaping instead of sticking to a single hue. Research your area’s native plants and choose those that bloom in different seasons, so you can enjoy a colorful yard year-round.

Achieve your landscaping dream with help from Arselli’s, the Chillicothe, OH-based company serving the region for over 20 years. Known for creating eye-catching and unique designs customized to their clients’ wants and needs, this landscaping team helps with every step of the project. Call (740) 775-8177 today to schedule a consultation, and visit the company online to learn more about landscape design.