Modern household plots are less likely to serve as the breadwinner of the family. In order to make the rest of the country as relaxing as possible, the ever-larger area of our yards is paved or concreted. Indeed, the site at the same time looks more neat, in bad weather you can take a walk and not get your feet dirty, and even clear surfaces from snow is much easier to clean. On the other hand, going out of town, we traditionally believe that we get out into the countryside. And where is it, this nature, if there are only stones and concrete around? Our task is to correctly combine the concreting and paving of the site with its landscaping.
Options for revitalizing your site
Concreting a yard and turning it into a sterile but completely lifeless space is a bad idea. Of course, this is not something to strive for, especially since the process of gardening, creating flower beds and growing trees in itself gives the city man incomparable pleasure. What are the options for a "golden mean" combination can be offered?
The paved courtyard looks neat, and it becomes easier to care for it. But greening it is imperative that the rest was complete, and the eye had something to “catch on”
Gardening along the perimeter of the paving
A neat little courtyard is very decorated with greenery, located around its perimeter. If you decorate a fence with weaving plants, and plant trees and shrubs against its background, then visually they will increase the fenced area.
It will seem that the kindergarten does not limit the space, but spreads it. In this case, the site will find the necessary grooming and affability. On loose ground, hanging beds and curly flowers look especially attractive.
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The green perimeter of the yard visually “pushes” the fences, giving the impression that the visible part of the trees is only the beginning of a large garden
Wildlife windows
Openings specially left in the cobblestone pavement can be used to plant spectacular flower beds. Big sprawling trees also look advantageous in them. On a hot day, in their shade it is pleasant to read a book, relax or set a table for guests.
In autumn, the paved surface surrounding them will show its advantages: cleaning fallen leaves will not tire you. It is much easier to sweep from a flat surface than from grass or soil.
In the southern regions of our country, gardeners love to grow unpretentious figs. This tree does not need special conditions. In autumn, it bears fruit abundantly. But jam from its fruits is eaten instantly
Moss and grass ornament
Paving does not seem gray and faceless if you plant moss or grass in between the slabs. Grass looks more organic on surfaces that are generously lit by the sun. In this case, preference should be given to those varieties of plants that are resistant to trampling.
Moss prefers shaded areas. In such places, it will look healthy, juicy and appropriate. With its help, you can create an intricate geometric pattern that will not go unnoticed. Both grass and moss look great on the borders of paths and garden areas. They give the site a special charm, making it more natural.
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Well-trimmed and tread-resistant grass makes paving slabs look like keys or diagrams. It all looks pretty stylish together
Easy to change compositions
Potted plants allow you to easily change the look of your plot. By moving them, you can form flower beds in accordance with changing circumstances or just for the mood. For this purpose, it is good to use light and not too large flowerpots or even large beds, but on wheels.
With their help, you can quickly bloom part of the yard when a family celebration is planned or, conversely, make way for friends or dancing to park their cars. Bizarre compositions will appear or disappear at the request of their authors. In addition, potted plants are much easier to care for.
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The easiest way to decorate the yard with plants in flowerpots. They can be brought and carried away, create intricate compositions from them. They will always find a place
Compatible natural and artificial
Natural landscaping can always be supplemented with artificial. For this purpose there are artificial lawns. They will not require special expenses from you and will not require careful care. Of course, completely replacing them with living plants would be ridiculous, but in moderation they will come in handy. Use artificial lawns in problem areas of the site, where growing natural vegetation is difficult. They can be an alternative to the same concrete coating.
But you should be aware that such lawns have their drawbacks, some of which are sometimes difficult to put up with. For example, they are able to warm in the sun twice as much as grass. Or they will release harmful substances into the atmosphere. Therefore, you should not abuse such coatings. Use them sparingly and they will decorate your yard without ruining your vacation.
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There is always a place for artificial grass. In the first case, the shaded part of the yard sheltered him. In the second embodiment, the lawn is used to cover the space between the tiles
The green roof of your gazebo
Growing greenery on the roofs has gradually become fashionable. And this has its own reason. Firstly, if you plant plants on the roofs of low buildings for household purposes, gazebos or terraces, such landscaping will look very impressive from below.
Secondly, the structure itself receives additional protection and insulation. If for the gazebo the problem of heat conservation is not relevant, then for the chicken coop it is very important. Naturally, the load on the roof surface increases. It is necessary to calculate in advance whether it is ready to withstand both soil and plants.
Moss is a versatile material that can decorate any yard with its greenery. In this case, it covers the roof of the building, forms a kind of table and successfully replaces the lawn
Color your reality
If, after all the efforts made, the yard still seems gray to you, color it green. Literally. This method can be used when the basis of landscaping is still in growth mode. Pick up green flowerpots, paint the fence, use mosaics and other techniques that will allow you to revitalize the site, make it more attractive.
This tiny courtyard was clearly lacking in color and green. The existing landscaping was successfully supplemented with decorative tiles of different colors. It immediately revived the surface
Which plants are better to use?
There are no particular contraindications for the use of plants for concrete courtyards, but some of them look most impressive under such conditions. It is better to take care of the selection of suitable trees, bushes, grasses and flowers already at the planning stage of the site.
In oasis windows, specially left among the paving, undersized species of Iberis, carnations, stonecrops, saxifrages, thyme and alpine plants, for example, antennae, look good. Against the background of smooth surfaces, perennials with carved, openwork leafy grass with creeping shoots will be useful. A cobbler with its fluffy vayas will pleasantly revitalize the site, and cascades of girl's grapes will give the garden a romantic flair.
Trimmed boxwood and looks very impressive and does not grow as fast as many other plants. Such a hedge will not create any special troubles for its owners
For rabatok and borders, you can choose beautifully flowering species, for example, elegant roses. Strict, but low curbs will focus on the paving borders, while at the same time they will not allow other plants to "creep". Sheared boxwood looks very picturesque. The lanthanum slab will add juicy colorfulness. Irises and hosts feel great near the garden paths.
If you plan to place moss or trample-resistant grass in the gaps between the plates, you need to think about how to resist weeds in advance. After all, some methods of dealing with them can harm the decorative living cover. Hand weeding is not the best way, but herbicides should be applied on time. Work them not paved areas, but their base until the laying of stones or tiles and planting plants.
Examples for plots in different styles
Both paving and landscaping should be done in the same style. The starting point of landscape design can be considered the architecture of the main cottage. Housing is a key element of the site, and the visual appearance of the rest of the content should fully correspond to it.
Plot in the Slavic spirit
The massive log structure is in perfect harmony with the forged elements and stone. Brick and tile, due to their excessive geometry, will look alien. Framing with greenery the paving itself and the entire plot as a whole is simply necessary due to the naturalness of the Slavic style, its gravitation towards nature.
A chopped hut in the Slavic style looks great next to a pond and a paved area. Gardening around the perimeter creates the illusion of a forest, and the lush green between the plates looks very impressive
European Country Style
The basis of the country can be a half-timbered building or a chalet. In the first case, the most harmonious are the tracks, as if drawn on a ruler. As a coating, paving stones or bricks are most often used. Very well-groomed and trimmed lawns and flower beds or flower beds with neatly trimmed bushes and trees will complement the picture.
In the case of a chalet, one should not forget that this type of structure is characteristic of mountainous terrain. Therefore, the abundance of stones in combination with alpine slides and mixborders will look most natural. A great addition will be various evergreens, including spruce and juniper.
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The plot looks very well maintained. A paved path leads to memories associated with small but very neat German towns at any time of the year
Pure English courtyard
To the house with a defiantly open front part there is a path outlined by a border that at the same time frames bright flower beds. A successful combination of greenery and paving is also present in the backyard of the plot. There may be pergolas, twined with roses and tall hedges. The abundance of various plants is complemented by trees and flowers in flowerpots and tubs.
The abundance of flowers and lush greenery both in front of the house and in the backyard is a characteristic sign of the English style.
Japanese garden stylistics
The Japanese garden can be arranged on any free, even tiny, site. In our example, landscaping is limited to a few bushes of grass and a single tree. The square tile, which covers the entire area of the site, in combination with a round window made of Corten steel and a large number of stones, looks stylish and modern.
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Restrained Japanese style does not require special expenses. Everything is very beautiful and simple. Pink petals of blossoming sakura will not clog, and additionally bloom this amazing garden
An interesting addition can be a large stone with a bowl knocked out in its center. Water in the bowl and small pebbles at its bottom create a stylized mini-pond. It is an ideal place to relax and meditate.
There is nothing superfluous in this garden. Every detail I want to consider better now, and later come back and enjoy its mysterious beauty again
Or maybe leave everything as it is?
As you can see, you can make a beautiful and neat paved or concreted patio, which will be easy to care for. Properly applied landscaping will not only not violate the harmony of the site, but will also complement it with those colors for which the townspeople are happy to leave their apartments. Do it, and you will not regret it.
