Is your garden already full of snowdrops and crocuses? This means one thing: spring is coming! We're sure you're looking forward to spending most of your days outside soaking up the sun while refueling with vitamin D. But before that, you need to get your outdoors ready for summer. How do you do it, so you can enjoy the time spent with your family and friends? We have prepared a checklist for you to help you with this process and complete all the work in a single weekend. Even if you have a balcony, it could be useful for you. Things are not that different when it comes to landscaping. So keep reading to create a friendly and unique place to relax!
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How to arrange your exterior step by step?
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In a month or two you'll start thinking about vacations and travel, but when you get home you'll need a really comfortable place to relax. So don't leave the preparations for the last moment and start planning your home now.
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Before you start with furniture and decoration, you need to clean up your garden. The best time to do this is in February and March. The sooner you do this, the more beautiful and flowery your garden will be. Clean it of all twigs, leaves and debris and use them to make compost. If you have flowering shrubs, prune them before new branches and leaves develop.
Cleaning gutters and drains is an important step in landscaping before entering summer. Debris such as leaves and mud can clog drains, and once they build up, they can lead to leaks in walls and roofs. And no one wants that, do they? By clearing your gutters of any possible buildup, you reduce the risk of water damage.
Driveways, sidewalks and patios need maintenance from time to time. Repair and seal broken joints or cracks in masonry to prevent a possible larger problem. You should also check that wooden decking and railings have been stained and sealed to protect them from insect damage, rotting or splintering.
If you are passionate about bird watching or just want to connect your home with nature, you need to think not only about yourself, but also about the local wildlife. Plant flowers that attract butterflies, build houses for birds and don't forget to feed them. Bake a cake for the feathery birds and make a waterer for the birds, as they also need this vital liquid, especially during the dry spell of summer.
Clean the furniture and check that the metal parts are not rusty and treat them with a rust remover. If the furniture is PEI, hose it down and apply a fresh coat of clear sealant, and repaint it if the coating is worn or chipped.
Refreshing old furniture is an easy way to furnish your exterior at a lower cost. But buying a new patio set will guarantee you a completely new look for the outdoor space. In this case, remember that you can resell the old table, chairs or sofas.
What to do in the garden with your child is a question that many people ask themselves. Our advice is to leave (almost) everything to their imagination. It is an interactive way to develop their emotional, physical and intellectual skills. To boost this process, you can create a small (or large) play corner in the garden or on the terrace. For example, you can improvise a sports field like an obstacle course or make an original swing using salvageable materials.
Made of aluminium, wood, wrought iron or PVC, the pergola will allow you to enjoy the garden or the terrace while benefiting from a ventilated space and saving shade in hot weather. In addition, it will hide you from the curious eyes of your neighbors. So if you want real privacy in the heart of the big city, this is a good option for you.
Decorate the outdoor space
Well, it's a huge chapter that can have a different nuance according to everyone's taste. But we are going to share 3 basic elements that you cannot miss, no matter if you want a cocooning balcony, a minimalist look or a chic bohemian inspiration:
1. Choose flowers based on their color, the orientation of your garden or balcony, and the time you can devote to caring for them.
2. Consider vertical decoration, ie hanging pots, garlands and climbing species. A beautiful board is also a great choice, but keep it away from direct sunlight.
3. Lighting is an essential element that also plays an important role in decoration. Think candles, string lights and solar lights.
