6 Steps To Create A Lovely Home Garden

Do you have space outside your home, large or small, which can be turned into a beautiful house garden?  Have you thought of any ideas to magnify the beauty of this space?  I have, and I'm here to share with you my suggestions for transforming an outdoor space into a lovely home garden.

Some folks can get really creative and wild while designing their outdoor area, which has given birth to so many ways to transform gardens into something extraordinary. Many designs and structures can amplify the beauty of your place; it all depends on what suits your taste and what does not! Keeping it within your desired budget is also possible, if you are willing to put in some extra efforts.

There are dozens of ways to beautify your house garden, but these six simple steps are key to making your garden truly bloom into a space you'll want to spend time in. 
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6 Simple Steps To Create A Lovely Home Garden

Making your garden lush and green is a necessary step to keeping it fabulous. It does not mean that you should let the grass grow forever, of course, but keeping it trimmed and neat at all times. It will look good only if it’s maintained, or else it would be like a messy jungle in your backyard. You can also invest in flowers to give a vibrant theme to your garden. Add a few trees in between to ensure you have space for the next step.

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A well-designed gazebo in the middle of the garden will enhance the attractiveness of your place. Make sure you build a structure which suits your lifestyle; one that has enough space to fit your family and friends. Tie one or two hammocks on  nearby trees to relax whenever you are alone in the house.   No trees around?  No problem!  A free-standing hammock with metal legs works too!  Lying on a hammock for a few hours can de-stress your mind and body completely. The setup needs to look organised and maintained.

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Lights can beautify anything, if installed correctly. Call a professional if you doubt your abilities, but make sure you hang the right colour of lights at the right place. The trees, gazebo and other utilities in your garden can look fantastic with beautiful lights. The ambiance of the place entirely depends on the lighting, so it is up to you, to make it party-themed or a soothing dinner theme. Think about the style you're going for, and install with care!

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A few lights, little bit of cozy seating and the ambiance can do a lot better with a little bit of sound, so consider installing a sound system. A decent sound system can amplify the feel of your house parties significantly. Don’t hold your packets; buy a high-tech system to turn up the place whenever required.

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Just keep in mind that the accessories you use should complement your whole garden!

Keeping your garden and house clean is not the only way to make it look appealing, but it should be a regular practice to ensure the accessories look as pretty as new. There are a lot of showpieces that you can add to the house garden to accessorise it, such as:

• Small fountain
• Water feature
• Sculptures
• Trampoline
• Rain dance setup
• Garden Gnome
• Garden carpet
• Zen garden
• Porch swing

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All of your efforts will be for naught if you don’t invite your friends and family to share the beauty of your house garden. Throw a small cocktail party in your new space, or host a barbecue or cookout, and let your friends be the judge of the attractiveness and overall comfort of the space. 

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 Not surprisingly, it will take some of your money and a little bit of time to ensure you have an incredible house garden; perfect for parties, family dinners and relaxation, but in the end it will all be worth it.  Because not only will you have a beautiful outdoor space to relax and unwind in, it is also sure to increase the value of your property!

Want more help in designing your space?  Check out these 7 garden planners, free for your use!

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