How to Landscape in the winter
Landscaping in the winter can be extremely difficult. Many people believe that landscaping is only for the summer season when the trees and plants show their greenery. However, there are many ways through which you can landscape your garden area in the winter also. Try to plant trees that are evergreen and are for every season. In this way, your garden will be green all year round. Also, landscape the area with colourful flowers and berries. You can add to the beauty with great lighting and decorative ornaments. These techniques will help you in effective landscaping even in the freezing cold temperatures.
Instructions
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Use flowers
There are various types of flowers that you can use in your garden for the winter season. There are flowers that remain colourful throughout the winter season which will keep your garden bright even in the cold snow. Try to plant these flowers that specially bloom in the winter season. These flowers include the likes of primulas, Iceland poppies and cyclamens. -
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Plant evergreen trees
Always plant evergreen trees that can stand any weather. There are trees that shed their leaves in the winter season and are of no use in the cold weather. You should opt for the plants and trees that keep your garden green even in the freezing cold temperatures. -
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Effective lighting
Try to add different lights to your garden so that it gives a distinctive look. There are many types of lights that will keep your garden bright in the night even in the fog. Try to decorate different areas with different lights. LED rope lights can be used for this purpose for the best results. -
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Use decorative ornaments
You can use different ornaments to decorate your garden area. These ornaments can turn out to be the focal point of your landscape. These may include decorative tiles, statues or a fountain in the centre. -
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Do not remove damaged plants
There may be many damaged plants or trees in the winter. Do not remove them as they will be back to their best when the summer season returns. You will be wasting some great plants in this way so always consult a professional gardener before taking such a decision.
