4 Concepts Every Aspiring Landscaper Should Understand

Most homeowners want to have a beautiful and luscious landscape, but many lack the proverbial green thumb to get the job done, which is why they turn to experts for help. However, even the experts started as novices in landscape design. All professionals need to learn and hone their craft before creating inspirational yard designs, and most of that education focuses on four concepts.

1. Landscape Drawing

Landscape drawing is somewhat architectural in nature. A landscaper measures and draws out a to-scale model of the house and site. Then, using specific knowledge about different species of plants, they will design a layout for your yard. These drawings are specific and estimations because a landscaper cannot know for certain which plants will thrive and grow to the appropriate size, but they can make an educated guess.

2. Budgetting and Preparation

The landscape design drawing allows the landscaper to make an accurate estimate of the cost of a project. The detailed drawing also allows them to explain the expenses to the homeowner visually, rather than in an itemized list alone. The drawing also allows the landscaper to plan for a precise amount of materials, tools, and workers. 

3. Lawn Cohesion

When considering a design, the landscaper needs to think about the front and back lawns. The idea is to make both spaces cohesive like they are part of one grand design. However, most of the focus will go to the front lawn because this is the part of the home that is seen the most.

4. Timing

The issue of timing goes beyond how long a job will take to complete. A landscaper must also consider the timing of planting. Some plants require specific timeframes for the best results and growth rates. 

Landscape design is a more complicated process than most people make it out to be, but many can learn the basics. However, it is always easier, and often less time-consuming to hire a professional.