Artificial Turf Landscaping ideas

Regardless of your stance on climate change you need look no further than your own backyard or at the water bill to see how the times are changing. In 2014 Arizona recorded the worst drought in its 110-year history of collecting weather-related data. Those statistics and perhaps a little guilt has led many in the Grand Canyon state to roll out the green carpet especially in areas (like around the pool) where grass can be difficult to grow. Photo courtesy ForeverLawn Phoenix

Muddy Waters

The area around this water feature was often muddy and barren. Instead of creating the “wow factor” the owners wanted, it was an eyesore. Installing synthetic grass solved that problem. Photo courtesy ForeverLawn Phoenix

Midnight at the Oasis

The owners of this Arizona home wanted their own tropical oasis all year long, so they installed artificial grass around an incredibly opulent water feature. With Arizona on schedule to be as dry as California, watering a lawn can be just as extravagant as a trip to the Seychelles. Photo courtesy ForeverLawn Phoenix

Water, Water Everywhere

Located in Great Guana Cay, Abaco Islands, Bahamas, the homeowners of this sprawling beachfront home quickly discovered that though they were surrounded by water, they had very little to sustain a lush lawn. Secondly, the salt water killed the grass they had. So, they decided to fake it! Photo courtesy ForeverLawn Central Florida

Ferry Tales

Accessed by ferry, Guana Cay is a narrow islet only about seven miles long. Consequently, natural grass is a luxury. This sustainable lawn is also dressed in DuPont Select HD with installation by ForeverLawn.

Green Roof

The popularity of outdoor lounges in Manhattan has gone through the roof–literally. The logistics of keeping them green is just not that practical, so many businesses and private residences are choosing synthetic grass. Photo courtesy ForeverLawn Metro

Drinks Are on the House

This Manhattan rooftop is a great place for lounging and is made more comfortable with synthetic grass, which tends to keep things cool. Photo courtesy ForeverLawn Metro

Politically Correct

This Atlanta home sits near the governor’s mansion, an interesting juxtaposition given that the verdict is still out on the “greenness” of synthetic lawns. It can earn both businesses and home LEED points and it looks great between pavers. Sounds like one for the win column. Photo courtesy ForeverLawn North Central Georgia

Water Wars

There’s been an ongoing battle between Alabama, Georgia and Florida over water rights. Tennessee has even jumped into the fray. These Georgia homeowners opted for a synthetic lawn bordered by drought tolerant plants, cutting their water usage in half. Photo Courtesy ForeverLawn North Central Georgia

The Roof Is on Fire

This Sedona, AZ home boasts blazing views of the world’s most beautiful rock formations of which the homeowners wanted a better view. So, they converted the patio over their garage into an entertaining space and carpeted it in synthetic green grass. Photo courtesy ForeverLawn Northern Arizona

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Landscaping Tips

Though your home is your castle, there is no necessity to surround it with a moat. Here are 5 tips that will help you to make your landscaping feel more warm, welcoming and cozy.

1. Put some flowers nearby your entrance. Flowers make any area look more welcoming and attractive, so greeting your guests with Petunia, Snapdragon, Lily-of-the-Nile or some other garden flowers is always a great thing to do. What is more, to add some space between your house and the entrance, you can consider adding a little white fence. It will create an illusion that your front yard is bigger than it actually is. What is more, adding fence will create a great space for planting flowers to add some color and coziness.

2. Add rambling vines to make your yard look absolutely lovely. You can not deny that rambling vines always create romantic and even magical atmosphere. So why not to use this tip while decorating your yard?

3. To hide the unattractive driveway, consider adding some color, texture, and height. You can easily do it by adding various sorts of flowers. To start, create an island of green lawn right in the hub of a drive. Then add a couple of low boxwood hedges with flowers toward the back of your island.

4. If you want your yard to blossom and flourish bust still do not have enough time to maintain it, consider planting low-fuss lilies. Such flowers look absolutely gorgeous and come in the variety of rainbow hues, so you can pick the one you love most. What is more, low-fuss lilies do not care about the sort of soil, they love the sun and welcome hot, they do not afraid of drought. In other words, Crinums is an ideal flower for all those who are looking for low-maintenance solutions.

5. The last tip also touches the low-maintenance aspect. To make your life easier, group plantings into beds and islands. This will help you to avoid mowing and trimming around each individual plant, save a lot of time and even money.