Front yard help for new house !!!

[RayMcD]

Hello, we are finishing up our new house and need some help with the front yard. Right now we had them just seed it with grass, but in the long-term we would like minimal grass and natives/wildlife landscaping (we're in the Southeast). I am wanting to develop a plan that we can add to over the next couple of years but am not sure where to start without it looking incomplete. I will try to post a few better pictures later. Thanks in advance!


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Notasha, I'm about 30 miles South of Atlanta, here's a few of my favorites that do well in this part of the country.
Crepe Myrtle

Limelight Hydrangea

TigerLilies






Daylilies
At one time there were over 500 varities of these in my yard.






Sweet Shurbs are a native favorite (these came from my Grandfather's farm)

And no Southern yard is complete with a few Azales



Hope this gives you some ideas, Cheers, Ray

 

[Xeseder]

It would be best if you waited until boarding. At first, it is necessary to check the condition of the soil, its features, study the plan of the sewerage and electrical network. All this is very important when planting plants if you want to create a beautiful garden for many years. You can also ask your neighbors what blooms well in this region. From my experience, I can say, choose low shrubs with a calm root system. In the new house that we took on a mortgage after consulting with Mortgage Advisor Newcastle, we initially planted a few fir trees and then regretted it. Their needles are constantly crumbling; the root system pulls everything out of the soil.

 

[1 Lucky Texan]

I may have some general ideas - I do agree with the above, that checking out neighbor's landscaping, and particularly plant choice, can be very helpful. You will want to pay attention to where the sun is now as it plays across your property during the day, and what you may be doing to create shade in the future.

Research Crepe Myrtles, there are many varieties. Some are tall and be 'tree form' ,others are more large-bush like. Many colrs avaiable and some have near-black leaves! Some may have issues with powdery mildew but it often isn't serious. Liriope (spicata is shorter than muscari) and maybe Ajuga(in shadier spots) could be something to look at for 'lawn alternatives' . both could be considered hardy in most conditions, but that may mean they are too invasive for some plantings?

missouribotanical.org is a site I like for researching plants, you might also like to check out davesgarden.com .

 

[treferet]

It would be nice to know from you which roof repair company is the best?

 

[Xeseder]

You do have a wonderful home! I dream of moving to live closer to nature, and I hope that dream will come true soon. I want to finish everything in my house, and I will be working with a landscaper on such issues. You, too, I advise contacting such a specialist, because the view from the window you have to look often, and he should always make you happy. As for roof repair companies, I can confidently say that Trojan Roofing is the top Indianapolis roof company for you. Their speed and quality of work are top-notch, I can guarantee it.

 

[sgkent]

Send some soil tests off to WayPoint labs in Memphis. Find out what the top 8 - 10" are like and start amending it now to make up any minerals that are missing. Then when you get ready to plant you'll have better soil. It is only like $20 - $25 a soil test. I use a long soil probe to pull cores than remove the top inch since it may skew the results. When it comes to plants, some of the local junior colleges may have low cost or free classes in designing your landscape. We are in a different part of the USA but we choose plants that flower a lot so that humming birds, bees, and butterflies frequent our areas compared to most neighbors.

 

[clarkie68]

Hello, we are finishing up our new house and need some help with the front yard. Right now we had them just seed it with grass, but in the long-term we would like minimal grass and natives/wildlife landscaping (we're in the Southeast). I am wanting to develop a plan that we can add to over the next couple of years but am not sure where to start without it looking incomplete. I will try to post a few better pictures later. Thanks in advance!


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you have such a beautiful house.

 

[DoreenQuaile]

Hello there! I'd highly recommend you hire a team of specialists. Tbh, I'm not a pro in this field, but I'm currently building my new house, and I've hired these guys https://jscustomlandscaping.com to do the landscaping for me. Next month the house will be finished. So, I'm really excited to see what they've done. That's why the only option I'd highly recommend to you is hiring a company that would do landscaping instead of you. If you want to DIY, I could also recommend you look for some reasonable decisions on Pinterest. Anyway, a year has passed, so I hope you've already come up with something great. Keep us updated!

 

[Tonyhossa]

Front yard landscaping can be a fun and rewarding project. Consider starting with a clear plan that matches your style and the climate in your area. Plant some colorful flowers, shrubs, and maybe even a small tree to add some greenery and curb appeal. It's a great way to make your new home feel even more inviting.

By the way, if you ever plan on enhancing your new house's value even further by exploring mortgage options, you might want to consider connecting with a professional Mortgage Broker in Cheltenham. They can provide you with valuable insights and guidance tailored to your unique situation.