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Tips For Making Good Landscape Choices

:: Think about what you want and how you will use your landscape: formal entertaining,
    gardens (herb, etc.), children’s play areas, blending natural surroundings with indoor
    areas, symmetry with natural surroundings.

:: Don’t limit yourself to plants and trees. Think about fences, fountains, decks, patios,
    walkways, walls, etc.

:: Make a realistic budget. National averages suggest 5-10% of home/property value. If
    that seems high consider returns on appropriate landscape improvements return
    100-200% of their cost when the home/property is sold. Of course this doesn't include
    your enjoyment and use before the sale!

:: Research the web, books and magazines for ideas. Start a file of plants, trees, gardens,
    yards, pools/patios, walls, fences, etc. that you like or dislike. Your landscape designer
    can help you with this and greatly increases the chances of achieving your goals;
    avoiding mistakes.

:: Find residential landscape architects/designers in your area. Interview a few and ask for
   references. A good designer will visit your home, walk around and ask a lot of questions
   about lifestyle, goals and budget.

:: Ask about maintenance! Some homeowners enjoy working in their yards/gardens;
    some hire a service to do the work. Your time is valuable and choices important.
    Let your landscape designer know how you feel about the upkeep and protection of
    your landscape investment.