Get Inspired for the Spring

You might see a blanket of snow when you look outside your window, but that doesn’t mean it’s too early to be thinking about warmer weather. Once spring arrives, you want to be able to enjoy your outdoor living spaces, so now is a great time to start planning your landscaping.

Dreaming and Planning
When it’s chilly and gray outside, you can daydream about the warmer weather that is sure to arrive in just a few months. The first step to planning your Barrie backyard landscape is one of the most enjoyable parts of the process. Don’t begin by trying to make a detailed budget or thinking about what you can or cannot do. Instead, start by dreaming about all of the possibilities.

Many homeowners find that it’s helpful to make a list of what they want and don’t want in their backyards. Your wish list might include items like a large play area for children, plenty of shade or an outdoor dining area.

Finding Inspiration
If you’re unsure of what you want your backyard landscape to look like, you can take advantage of many resources for inspiration. Many of our customers are visual learners, so they prefer to see pictures or real-life examples before making their landscaping decisions.

Fortunately, today’s consumers have more options than ever when it comes to design inspiration. With just a few clicks of your mouse, you can find thousands of landscaping photos, tips, design ideas and more online. It’s important to remember that everything you see might not work well in your specific yard, but you can still find excellent inspiration by viewing some online photos.

The possibilities are endless, but the following websites are great places to start your search:

http://www.hgtv.com/design/topics/landscaping

http://www.diynetwork.com/topics/landscaping/index.html

http://www.houzz.com/photos/outdoor

http://www.bhg.com/gardening/landscaping-projects/

http://www.canadiangardening.com/design-and-decor/landscaping

Implementing Your Ideas
Once you’ve determined how you want your dream backyard to look, it’s time to turn those dreams into reality! It’s important to find the right landscaping company in Barrie to assist you with your project. You need to use a service that understands your specific needs and vision, and of course a business that respects your wishes and your budget.

Whether you want to completely update your backyard landscape or simply add colour and decorative hardscape pieces to your existing landscape, Bluediamond Pools & Landscaping is here to help. Get inspired now, and contact us to get started on a yard you’ll be excited to spend time in this spring! Call 705-726-3403 for more information.