Just getting started? Here are 6 tips for new landscaping projects. This advice from a landscape designer will help you avoid common mistakes and give you a running start on a successful garden project.
00:00 Welcome! 00:32 Tip 1: There’s no such thing as a blank canvas 01:24 How learning from your space can teach you where to put a bench swing 02:28 Example: A landscape design idea for a spot where a pool used to be 03:10 Tip 2: Some weeds can take over the universe, others are delightful friends 05:08 Tip 3: How to not be terrified of big landscaping goals 06:47 Tip 4: What is actually realistic to expect when it comes to landscape transformations 07:40 Tip 5: Why you should “slow down to speed up” 08:28 Tip 6: Don’t forget the opportunities to make a positive impact (it really makes a difference) 09:19 Two examples of easy choices that can really make a difference
I HAVE EXCITING NEWS! 🪴 Design-Your-Own Landscape Layout ONLINE COURSE is now available! For do-it-yourselfers who want to create their own landscape design, but just need a little extra guidance.
I’ll walk you through the design process, step by step, so you can create a practical, hand-drawn "layout plan" (a landscape design plan that shows the layout of the finished design).
How to survey your site for characteristics that will influence your design (saving you time and money by playing to the strengths of the space) How to easily collect ideas and inspiration, and apply professional design strategies to bring inspiration to life in your own space How to measure your yard and make a base map (a hand drawn, to-scale map) to realistically test ideas that match the size and scale of your space How to research low-maintenance plant possibilities, and keep your planting plan organized for efficient plant shopping and installation
And if you’re new here, hello! Welcome to Garden Project Academy, where I offer online courses and resources to help you with your garden project! My name is Eve Hanlin, I’m a certified horticulturist and landscape designer from the Pacific Northwest corner of the USA.
Tag me in your projects @gardenprojectacademy. I would love to see what you’re working on!
Remember that everything in my videos are for informational purposes only: It is entirely up to you to decide what is best for you, and your landscape.
