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How to Use Shrubs to Enhance your Lawn

If you're looking to enhance your yard and add some curb appeal, using shrubs is a great way to do it. There are many different types of shrubs, each with its unique benefits. This post will discuss how you can use shrubs in your landscaping design. We'll also provide tips on choosing suitable shrubs for your needs.

Using shrubs to create a visual barrier:

Whether you need to block out the noise of traffic or your neighbor's loud music, using shrubs can be a great way to accomplish this goal. We recommend planting large shrubs and choosing deciduous types if you want to use shrubs as a visual barrier. This will provide year-round protection.

Using low shrubs to animate the ground beneath your trees

Your yard can benefit from more sunlight, but you have two obstacles - a big tree and the shade it casts. If this is the case, use smaller deciduous trees or bushes to animate the ground beneath your trees. This will also help the soil beneath your trees retain water better than if you didn't use any plants.

Use shrubs to break up the hard lines in your yard

 If your backyard has hard lines, then low-growing deciduous bush plantings can be a great way to soften them. You can create a more natural-looking and inviting yard by softening these complex lines.

Using evergreen shrubs to establish a year-round outdoor living space:

 Many people love spending time outdoors in the summer but hate going back outside again when winter arrives. We recommend planting evergreen shrubs to make your outdoor living space more inviting during any year's season. Evergreens provide a lush look from every angle, and their smells can also be inviting.

Conclusion

If you want to enhance the look and feel of your yard, we suggest planting shrubs. Each type of shrub has different benefits that will appeal to different people. By taking the time to consider all of these benefits, you can choose a design that best suits your needs.

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