Sunday, April 27, 2014

With Proper Landscaping Design New Canaan Residents Can Enjoy Beautiful Gardens

By Eloise Hewitt


A well kept garden or park is one of the very best cures for stress and anxiety. With proper landscaping design New Canaan residents can enjoy the many benefits of a beautiful garden. Modern life is so fast and people seem to be rushing to and fro. Gardens and parks help people to slow down and to become calm. A few moments of contemplation in the midst of a busy day can work wonders.

Empirical studies have proven conclusively that gardens actually offer health benefits. Spending time in a garden helps people to relax and to unwind. This lowers their stress levels. Gardens also offer an excellent aerobic workout for those that actually enjoy working in the garden. Almost every action in the garden counts as part of a healthy cardiovascular exercise program. The joy of seeing plants grow and mature provides many psychological benefits.

Many people have a vague idea that the cost of hiring a landscaper must be exorbitant. Others feel that their gardens are too small. None of the above is true. A landscaper can help anybody to make the most of the space that is available. A professional can also help to make sure that the garden will remain attractive throughout all the seasons.

A professional landscaper can help their clients to create a garden that will fulfill their expectations. They can provide advice on matters such as layout, the placement of garden furniture and features such as fountains and they can help their clients to avoid costly mistakes. A haphazard approach to establishing a garden almost always leads to disappointing results.

When a garden is established, even if it is an existing garden that is upgraded, it is very important to first develop a master plan. Many people cannot afford to establish an entire garden in one project. With a master plan it is possible to divide the project into stages while the overall effect will still be holistic.

It is important to choose a landscaper that is experienced in designing gardens that will do well in the local climate. The chosen contractor or professional should be able to provide proof of their experience and their qualifications. Clients should insist upon viewing other gardens that have been designed by the firm or particular professional. The chosen professional should submit a detailed quotation in writing.

Owners should seriously consider insisting upon the use of indigenous plants only. Indigenous plants occur naturally in the area where the garden is to be established. They are therefore used to the climate and soil conditions. This will also help the garden to become established quickly. Indigenous plants require very little maintenance and they use less water. Of course, indigenous gardens are environmentally friendly.

Much has been said and written about the many benefits offered by gardens. They offer an escape from a hectic life. They offer peace and a space where one can think clearly. On a practical note, gardens add value to any property. Establishing a garden is not just fun and exciting but it is also a real contribution towards being friendly to the environment.




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