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Landscaping Ideas-Proper Placement Of Trees In Landscape Design

Landscaping and landscape design goes beyond just creating beautiful designs. As a professional designer, it’s not only my job to come up with great landscaping ideas but also to envision every possibility of the mature landscape in years to come. And while most elements will remain what they are for years to come, the one thing that most do it yourselfers and some professionals overlook is the space that tiny little sprouts will occupy when they become mature plants and trees. Trees serve a number of obvious purposes in the landscape. Creating shade, wind blocks, noise reduction, boundaries, and focal points are just a few. Once I have established where I’ll need trees for these purposes in a design, I have several other considerations before I can designate their permanent home. These considerations apply to front yard landscaping, backyard landscaping, and any other area. Planting without considering the space that the mature full grown plants and trees will occupy can become more than just an inconvenience. It can be costly. Things to consider. Around Play Areas A shaded canopy over play areas, sand boxes, etc. may be desired to shade the area from afternoon sun. However, you need to consider the mess that birds and other critters will drop right into your childs play area if the canopy extends over the top of the area.. The solution to this is to place large shade trees a distance from the area in line with the travel of the sun. If you know the trees you plant and how far the mature canopy will extend, you can still plant for shade without exposing your kids to unsanitary conditions. Landscaping Around Swimming Pools Keeping a pool clean is hard enough without a mess of leaves and branches. And while most pool areas are sun areas, it is sometimes desirable to have a space near the pool where one can escape the sun. Unlike play areas though, you may not want to shade the entire pool area from the afternoon sun. Therefore you shouldn’t plant large shade trees in direct line with the travel of the sun. Design as to create a shady area to one side or the other. This is also another area to eliminate top rooting trees around concrete. Evergreen types are usually your best bet for around pools. Roots And Concrete Footings And Foundations While infrequent deep watering as opposed to frequent shallow watering will help deter top rooting trees, some trees are still determined to seek out other sources of water which may be on the surface or moist areas under structures. The seeking roots of large trees are a powerful force that can break sidewalks, foundations, and even lift walls out of place. This is the biggest and most costly mistake I see. Know your trees before you plant them next to your home. Under Power Lines Know what’s overhead. Property Lines And Easements This one can make enemies out of neighbors. Underground Utilities, Sewers, And Septic Tanks Besides the roots being able to break pipes and lines, you don’t want to have to move or destroy a mature tree to fix a leak. Locate lines and plant away from them. Some trees can spread out much further underground than they do up top. Know what’s underground. Perspective You need to keep in mind the mature size of trees in proportion to the size of your home and other landscaping elements. Large trees can dwarf a small home and small trees can look like shrubs placed around a very large home. Know the mature size of trees and keep them in perspective. Hiding or framing a home Consider the view from the street and other areas and consider the purpose of your trees. If you wish to seclude your home, you don’t need much thought for that. However, if you only wish to frame or accent your home, you’ll again need to consider the mature size of your plantings. Parking Areas Here’s another opportunity for birds and critters to make a mess of things. If possible, plant in accordance with the travel of the sun. And once again, know the mature canopy of your trees. Usefulness And Cost Effectiveness If you’re going to make an investment, look for ways to make it work for you. Placed properly, large trees can shade your home and reduce your cooling costs and vise versa. You can intentionally create shade for your shady garden, screen and divide areas, reduce noise, and a world of other applications if you just give it some thought. This Article Was Written By: Steve Boulden
Written by Steve Boulden. Steve is the creator of The Landscape Design Site which offers free professional landscaping advice, tips, plans, and ideas to do it yourselfers and homeowners. For more free information on landscaping and garden plants, visit his site at www.the-landscape-design-site.com Article Source: http://www.the-landscape-design-site.com/diy Please Rate this Article # of Ratings = 26 \| Rating = 4.6/5 Click the XML Icon Above to Receive Landscaping Articles Via RSS! Additional Articles From - Home \| Landscaping Fencing Materials \| How to Choose the Best Fencing Material for Your Needs - By : Colleen Welch Privacy Fences \| How to Design a Custom Privacy Fence - By : Ben Nystrom Building Fences \| Tips for Building a Good Neighbor Fence - By : Ben Nystrom How Retaining Walls Can Make a Steep Lawn More Usable \| Retaining Wall - By : Colleen Welch Gates: What To Look For When Choosing a Gate - By : Nicole Krueger Building A Fence: 5 Steps To Getting Started - By : Flora Richards-Gustafson Ten Reasons to Choose Cedar for your Deck or Fence - By : Colleen Welch Rain Barrels Make A Comeback - By : George Wonderman Outdoor lighting: Secure your outdoor space - By : DanPartridge Important Facts About Planting And Transplanting Trees - By : Francis Blair Free Landscaping Ideas Buy Landscape Fabric