A landscaper first needs to consider 3 things

1. Devote some time to thinking . . .about what it is you want to achieve. Whether it is a vegetable garden you want to create, planting a new or a replacement tree or bush or flowers, or the building of some structure, you will want to know, at least basically, what the impression should be. To do this, you have to consider both the style and function of your new landscape design. Does your plan include more than one discipline, such as a backyard barbeque? Does it include a patio or a children’s play area or a fishpond or a swimming pool? Will any plants be included in the design? How much time will you be spending in this newly designed landscape?
2. Focus in on where you want to put your energy. Where will you spend most of your time then expand from there. Consider your lifestyle. Do you intend on spending your time tending to some prize roses? If so, go for it, but if your time is better spent relaxing after a hard week of work, then a more care-free garden may be your ideal choice.
3. You should have some idea about the cost. Before hiring a professional landscaper. Even though a contractor will give you an estimate of your project, being prepared will help you to avoid the proverbial “sticker shock.” If you are at all inclined, you may want to handle some of the project yourself. For example, an independent designer could cost you hundreds of dollars for a design you might find free online or from a nursery. If your property has some unusual topography, like steep slopes or lots of trees, an expert designer might save you from some costly mistakes.

The style of your house will influence the garden landscaper.

If you are up-in-the-air still about styling your garden, here are some ideas you can consider:

• A formal garden employs straight lines and geometrical shapes with everything in an orderly arrangement and sculpted pruning. Picture a garden maze and you’ll be seeing a formal-styled garden.
• An informal garden is where the beds are curved and have randomly planted shrubs and flowers, goes nicely around a cozy cottage with a picket fence.
• An English Garden focuses on the harmonious relationship between the garden and the architecture of the house.
• You can combine formal and informal styles by adding something like a formal brick walkway through or to a circle of plants.
• An oriental garden is typified by the use of rocks, evergreens and water. This style allows for a wide variety of plants and creates diversity and contrast and is well placed in smaller backyards…
• A woodland garden is appropriately designed where the land slopes and has lots of trees.

Being a DIY landscaper is not really a difficult thing to accomplish, but it does take some thought and perspective. It is one thing to hire someone else to do something that you don’t have the time for or the skill-set to fulfill the dream, but I remember one of the reasons I left working behind a desk was because I wanted to get my hands dirty. The thrill of building something you designed is a thrill beyond measure and it can occur over and over again. So, please, don’t be shy or afraid to try your hand at being your own landscaper!

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