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Best Things To Plant In Your Yard This Spring

Always looming in the back of our minds is the thought that another summer is about to descend on us but even knowing the scorching days that are fast approaching cannot dim our delight over the mildly beautiful days of spring! These are the days we find ourselves getting out of bed extra early, enjoying quiet moments on our back porch, sipping coffee, and watching the sun rise over our backyard oasis. Lunch breaks are often enjoyed sitting on a bench at the park down the street, laughing at the antics of dogs scampering and young toddlers toddling on the green grass that cushions every fall for human or canines! And Saturdays, always our favorite days of the week, offer extra special moments as we grab our gardening gear and hats to shade the back of our necks and spend long hours on our knees reveling in the feel of fertile soil beneath our fingers as we work to make our oasis become even more of a retreat during every season! New Image Landscape and Pools has created this guide to the best things you should be planting in your backyard this Arizona spring, allowing you to skip the hard thinking and planning parts and go straight to the dirt!

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Healthy and Tasty

Not all that goes in your garden is purely decorative; spring time is the perfect time to plant some of your favorite vegetables and each month has a different list of colorful treats to bury in the soil! In the early days of the season, salad lovers will find their bliss as they plant spinach, radishes, carrots, beets, and beans. Cilantro and Dill thrive in the month of March and watermelons and other melons need to go into the ground now to enjoy by summer! When April rolls around, savvy gardeners leave their taxes to the pasty accountants who spend most of their days inside crunching numbers, knowing that in just a short time they will be crunching on these delicious fruits and vegetables. If you were a little tardy in planting the veggies and herbs we listed for March, it’s ok; they can still be planted in April as well! In addition to that list, this month is the perfect month for cantaloupe, peanuts, summer squash, scallions, peas, and everyone’s favorite Southern vegetable, okra! (Don’t judge if you haven’t tried it before; okra is especially good deep fried and dipped in ranch dressing!) Finally, as the calendar flips to another month and the mercury begins to rapidly creep up, we still have some last days to get out there and dig in the dirt, planting corn, gourds, cucumbers, and peas, in addition to some of the other fruits and vegetables we mentioned above.

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Now for the Fun Stuff This Arizona Spring

Being able to enjoy farm to table fruits and vegetables that you grew yourself is a perk of your springtime planting but admit it; you want to add to the beauty of your backyard with flowers and plants that soften the harsh edges and add a lovely scent to the area. Before we get into the flowers you can plant, however, we must draw your attention to the wildflowers that begin to bloom each spring. Dryer winters mean less flowers, but after a wetter winter, the landscape can be blanketed with their colorful beauty, creating a scene you will never forget. Remember to plant your seeds in the fall and come spring you can be harvesting red and orange poppies and a variety of other wildflowers in the spring, setting them about your house in all those vases you have tucked away under that China cabinet in your dining room! When it comes time to plant, however, its best to do so in the month of March; if you wait much later, your beautiful flowers may not survive the heat. Cosmos, dahlias, and marigolds are our favorite flowers to plant in the spring, adding a kaleidoscope of color to your landscape. Birds of Paradise will add a dramatic beauty to your “acreage” and Arabian Jasmine will fill the night air with a rich floral scent that will bring peace to the dreams you have each night, especially when you sleep with the windows open. Do you have a corner of your yard that looks especially bare and could do with some more shade in the summer months? Although fall is the optimum time to plant trees, spring runs a close second, so go ahead and plant that Desert Willow you have been thinking about or, if you really want good shade and have plenty of patience, a Southern Live Oak offers a surprisingly good option!

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Your day to day life is busy and you may not be able to spend as much time working in your yard as you used to, but that doesn’t mean you have to forego a lush landscape. Simply give New Image Landscape and Pools a call and let us help you create an oasis of peace and beauty!

Desert Fruit Tree Guide

If you have ever stepped out on your patio on a quietly cool evening during the winter months and caught a whiff of the most fragrant of blooms, chances are it is a fruit blossom you have smelled. Offering an aromatic treat for your senses, the winter months are also the months in which your neighbors can be seen dropping off large bags of oranges, grapefruits, and lemons, and the scent of their blooms will make you feel as if all is right in the world. On the off chance you don’t have a neighborhood full of friendly sorts ready to share their natural treasures, or supposing that your backyard isn’t full of trees heavy with fruit, this guide to desert fruit trees will help you decide which flavor of Arizona fruits you want in your own oasis!

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Mimosas Made With Arizona Fruits for Breakfast

Whether you doctor up your juice with a healthy dose of champagne or stick with the virgin version, using fresh squeezed oranges picked from your tree will ensure that you never drink juice any other way! Orange trees are popular here in Arizona, growing well in our desert climate, especially if planted in areas that are safe from wind and power lines. Preferring full sun and requiring care during the rare frost season, soil that drains well is also important to the health and wellbeing of your tree filled with Vitamin C. Blood oranges, tangelos, and tangerines also do well in the desert, so plant an orchard if you like!

Making Lemonade

As you might expect, oranges aren’t the only citrus trees that will thrive in your backyard. Offering a tart deliciousness to your homemade lemonade and loving desert life, Arizona lemons often grow much larger than the standard grapefruit, ensuring that as long as they are in season, your tea will always have lemon slices and your lemonade will spoil you against all other beverages! Meyer lemons are the exception to the size rule, however, producing smaller, rounder lemons that have a unique taste you will love. Requiring the same soil, sun, and watering schedule as oranges, the lemon tree is guaranteed to brighten up your yard.

You’re Not in Georgia Anymore

Although peaches are primarily considered a fruit tree that only thrives in the state of Georgia, you may be surprised that they do especially well right here in your Phoenix hometown! Now is the perfect time to plant a bare root peach tree, surviving best when planted in January, but container plants do best when planted in the fall or spring. Offering a large selection of varieties that love the desert as much as you do, harvesting peaches is best done between the months of April and August, depending on which variety you choose to plant.

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Keep the Doctor Away

During these troubled times, we are all looking to stay away from the doctor as much as possible, and traditionally, an apple a day does the trick! You can have as many apples as your stomach can handle, however, when you plant an apple tree in your yard, but only two varieties will do well in the Phoenix area. We are in the hottest of zones, which means that if you want your tree to thrive, the Dorsett golden apple tree and the Anna apple tree are your best options. Ensure that the soil has the proper pH balance and that your tree faces north or east so it can get as much sun as proper, and your grandma’s apple pie will be cooling on your windowsill before you know it!

What Is Plum Pudding?

Ironically, the traditional dessert known as plum pudding has never had any plums in it, but if you have a liking for plums in all their forms, the plum tree will blossom in your yard! Just as with peaches, the best time to plant container trees is in the fall and spring, but if you are using the bare root, January is the perfect time to do so! There are five different types of plums that will survive in the desert, giving you plenty of options, and they can be harvested between the months of May and June. It is important to water them frequently while they are establishing roots, but the schedule can be lessened after they are firmly rooted.

Pomegranates for the Win

Pomegranates are absolutely one of our favorite fruits, and they are also ones that thrive in the dry heat of the desert! Plant them in the spring or fall and harvest them anytime from October to December and the last two months of the year will be filled with an unending supply of pomegranate margaritas. Preferring full sun and a light layer of compost in the spring, the colorful and sweet fruit promises to become your greatest obsession!

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Our Favorite Shade Trees for Your Yard

The simple pleasures in life often become our favorite memories later in life. Playing board games with the family, everyone gathered around a table that may no longer be fresh and pristine, but the scars, chips, and occasional Sharpie marker “graffiti” gives the table a sense of family. Floating on a raft in the pool, cool beverage in the cup holder, and reading the latest best seller on a quiet weekend afternoon. And sitting under a tree, its canopy shading the yard and house, with all the neighbors, watching your children riding bikes in the cul de sac, playing with the same neighbor kids they have grown up with their entire life. These moments will not last forever and you want to cherish every second, but what if you do not have a shade tree in your Arizona yard? You could sit inside your air-conditioned house, staring out at the tableau of happy times feeling left out and alone, or you could take advantage of SRP’s free tree program and get out there and join in the action! This guide to some of our favorite shade trees will help you narrow down your choices, and the SRP program will help you save a little more money while you do!

But First, a Little More About SRP’s Free Tree Program

It may sound too good to be true, but it’s not! SRP will give you up to two desert-adapted trees at no cost; all you have to do is register for the workshop online. The workshops are only held at certain times of the year, so you will need to check back occasionally to see when they are holding class again, but seriously, this is worth the time. The classes teach you how to plant, care for, and keep the trees alive (not all of us are born with green thumbs), and the trees, once planted, will help you enjoy family moments such as the ones we listed above and save money. Having a shade tree planted near the house can noticeably reduce utility costs, a benefit we all need during the costly days of summer and they also help the environment, reducing carbon dioxide and adding over 200 pounds of oxygen to the air every year! Now, let’s move on to the tree suggestions!

Native Mesquite

The native mesquite is about as hardy as they come. Growing up to 30 feet and offering a canopy that spreads far over house and yard, this drought tolerant tree stays green all year and is really easy to take care of. The thorns on its branches, however, can be painful, and maybe not something you want if you have small children. This tree is included in SRP’s free tree program.

The Thornless Mesquite

See? We have all the solutions! This less pain inducing version of the native mesquite offers all the same benefits, including a root system that stands up to strong desert winds, and as the name suggests, lacks the thorns that can bite the hand that prunes them. The thornless mesquite is also included in the free tree program and adds a beautiful element to your desert landscaped yard.

Evergreen Elm

This tree is not included in the free tree program, but its beauty, strength, and wide-spreading canopy makes it a favorite of ours! Offering dark green leaves and a strong root system, the shade this tree provides is cooling and refreshing. This tree is deciduous, losing its leaves in the late fall and turning a gorgeous shade of gold before it does, making Midwesterners who are feeling homesick for the fall colors of their homes state feel as if they are once more back where they were born!

Arizona Ash

Another tree not on the free tree program list, but one that does amazingly well in the Arizona desert, is the Arizona ash. Like the evergreen elm, this tree offers a deep green canopy in the summer and also turns a bright gold in the late fall before losing its leaves. Requiring little water to keep it alive, the only downside to this majestic tree is its short life span. With great care and attention, it can survive for 50 years though, and it will be a stunning addition to your landscaping!

Willow Acacia

The last tree on our list, the willow acacia, is included in the free tree program, and although it may remind you of the weeping willows of your Midwestern home town, its drought resistant hardiness makes it perfect for desert living! Water is our most precious resource and being able to save while still adding beauty to your landscape is a bonus you will definitely appreciate.

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Simple & Elegant Shading Options for Your Yard

Living in the desert, especially in the summer, has taught us more than a few life lessons. Electric bills are outrageously high, pools make the heat bearable, and how shade, precious shade, can save our skin are just a few that come to mind! We have also learned that you can save on those electric bills simply by shading the house. Shade comes in many forms, adding a touch of cool to the scorching days of summer. This guide to all the ways you can bring shade in your life can bring you relief and respite as you continue on your plan to turn your Arizona yard into the oasis you have always dreamed it could be.

Umbrellas

One of the least expensive options for creating shade is the umbrella. Propped up in the center of a patio table or stuck into a hole on either side of your pool, these basic contraptions are colorful choices that are portable and perfect for even the smallest of yards. Even those who live in apartments can pick up an umbrella for their balcony or uncovered patio, relaxing under its cover on the hottest days of the year. The only downside to umbrellas is their lack of stability during monsoon storms, especially when placed in the center of a glass table. Homeowners need to remember to close the umbrella prior to a big storm or risk having a flying table whose glass top shatters into a million tiny pieces.

Sun Shade Sails

Simply put, the sun shade sail is another inexpensive way to add shade to your yard, with costs starting in the $20 range and increasing with the size of the sail. Coming in a variety of colors, homeowners can choose something subtle that blends with their home or go bright and cheerful to create a summer sanctuary in the backyard. Made from a fabric that blocks 90 percent of UV rays, it is also easy to install; simply attach the ropes on any of the ends to the house, a tree, or pole. Spread out over the yard, it can provide a haven of cool, and when tied over your pool, it can let guests stay in the pool longer with less chance of vicious sunburns.

Planting a Tree

This all-natural method of creating shade in your yard can be super cheap if you start with a seed, but most people don’t have the patience for that seed to sprout into a full-grown tree, so most desert dwellers want to start with a tree that is already partially grown. Nurseries will sell gallon, five-gallon, and various sizes boxes of whatever tree you prefer, with prices starting in the same range as sun sails and increasing exponentially with the size of the box you purchase. Planting trees near your house offers multiple benefits, as they shade your home and help clean the air. SRP is currently offering a free tree program to those who decide to go this route. You are limited to a small selection of trees, all of which are drought tolerant and do not require a lot of watering, but overall, it is an excellent program in which to participate.

Building a Pergola in Your Arizona Yard

A pergola is a popular yard structure that is adds beauty, elegance, and of course shade to any yard. Usually built of wood (there are other types of materials used in construction, but wood is the most common) it generally consists of four posts topped by a grid of planks that are left open to the elements. You can stop at this point and it will still offer a hint of shade, but many homeowners prefer planting flowering ivy which will add to its charm as it provides even more life-saving shade. Another option is to cover the open area with canvas and perhaps add some curtains on each of the post, creating a space that is perfect for al fresco dining.

Creating an Oasis with a Gazebo

The ultimate shade structure, a gazebo, can provide hours of entertainment in your backyard in addition, of course, to providing the shade we all seek! This structure is similar to a pergola but is built with a roof, allowing the opportunity to be used no matter whatever the weather conditions. This is the spot you can place an outdoor table and chairs or add electricity and hang a ceiling fan from its peak for additional cooling options. Many pergola owners tuck away a television in the rafters, add a mini fridge, and seriously turn this shade structure into a secondary living space.

Summer Has Arrived

We desert dwellers know that the calendar does not dictate the seasons, and that even though we are living in the season traditionally known as spring, summer has arrived. Give us a call today and let our expert employees at New Image Landscape and Pools help shade you from the heat!

It’s Never Too Soon to Break Ground on Your New Arizona Pool!

This time of year, when the mercury drops and the rain starts falling, we tend to forget all about the broiling days of summer. Call it our brain’s way of protecting us to ensure that we don’t pack up and move away, but we begin to feel the chill will last forever. Which, of course, it won’t. In a few short weeks, the days will be longer, the nights will be shorter, and the golden orb that is perpetually hanging around the desert sky will bring broiling temps. And depending on what you do in the next month or so, you could be spending your summer days chilling in your new Arizona pool, or you could be doing the same thing you did last year: hanging your heaviest blackout curtains on the windows, turning the AC down, and wishing you could get out for a minute or two without self-combusting into a pile of charred embers! The choice is yours, and we’re here to help show you that it’s never too soon to break ground on your new pool!

The First Step is Choosing New Image Landscape and Pools

You’ve seen the images of our work in our gallery, and now that you’ve chosen us to build your own dream pool, it is time draw up the proper plans. The more detailed the plans, the less chance for mistakes, which is why you chose us in the first place! Your land will need to be blue staked next; this service is free and will help you avoid the deadly error of destroying any utility lines or gas pipes hidden under the surface. These beginning stages can be boring, but they are important to the integrity of the pool build, and before long, the fun begins!

From excavation, where we take your well-manicured backyard and turn it into a construction zone, to plumbing, rebar, and electrical work, you can follow the process daily from the windows of your home. Each day brings about a new and exciting aspect to your pool and soon, after inspection, it will be time for shotcrete, decking, and the waterline tile. The final step (before filling it with water) is shooting the interior. Today’s options are plentiful, and you can choose the color and the materials to make this pool look even better than you dreamed. Filling, then preparing the start-up is the final step, which as you can see, has been quite lengthy!

Arizona Pools – Now You Know

It generally takes a couple of months or more from the planning stage to floating on your flamingo raft with a tropical drink in hand, and if you don’t want to start pool season locked away in your home, calling us today is essential! Let’s make your summer dreams come true!

Winter is the Perfect Time for Outdoor Barbecues

If you lived in the Midwest, the idea of a winter barbecue might cause your eyes to bug out in disbelief, but we Phoenicians know winter is the perfect time for pretty much everything outdoors, and that includes outdoor barbecues! Our mild winter temperatures and still sunny skies (for the most part) have us wanting to spend as much time outdoors as we possibly can, which of course, is the exact opposite of much of the country! When the calendar turns to December, we are officially manning the grill nearly every weekend, and you could be too when you add a built-in barbecue to your Arizona backyard!

Your Arizona Backyard Doesn’t Have to be Fancy

Your choice of grills can range from the tiny hibachi you remember sitting on the balcony of your first apartment to a full outdoor kitchen that comes complete with a prep sink, mini fridge, and in many yards, a brick pizza oven! Chances are, if you are reading this, you’re past the age of hibachi on the patio grilling, however, and are far more interested in something with a little more style and sophistication! If that’s the case, you’ve come to the right place! No one understands the need for creating your own private oasis better than we do, and our experience and skills make New Image Landscape and Pools the perfect people to help you make the right choices for your own Arizona backyard.

There’s a lot of thought that needs to go into your backyard rehab, and we ask all the right questions. How big is the space? How fancy do you want it to be? Do you prefer charcoal, pellet, or gas? Propane and electric grills are easier for novice chefs to control, but the diehard barbecue specialists will tell you that’s it not a barbecue without those little charcoal briquets flavoring your meat, and vegetables and a smoker had better be included! If you want to carry it a step further, lump charcoal, which is merely burnt down wood, offers an even more fragrant flavor to your food. The appeal to the new pellet grills that have become so popular today, aside from ease of use, is the flavoring the pellets can add to your meats.

The Decision is Yours

There’s a lot to consider when you start thinking about planning that first outdoor winter barbecue in your Arizona backyard, but fortunately you have some time to prepare! Give us a call today and let’s work together on the completion of your dream backyard!

How to Throw the Perfect Backyard Halloween Party in Phoenix

If we were to tell you that Halloween is less than 100 days away, would you be shocked? We get it, the weather outside is hot and horrid, not icy and cold, which makes it difficult to think about holidays, even though we are dreaming about cooler days! But it’s true, Halloween is coming, and along with the holiday comes outdoor parties as we savor the lower temperatures. Is your backyard ready? If not, these ideas to help make your backyard Halloween party in Phoenix the most talked about in the neighborhood will start you on your way—just keep reading!

Outdoor Speakers

No Halloween party would be complete without music. Songs like the Monster Mash, Thriller, and the theme song to Halloween (the movie) are staples for every party; installing outdoor speakers will add to the effect!

Fire Pit for Spooky Ambience

Although the day can still be warm, Halloween night never fails to come through with lower temperatures that chill our thin Arizona blood. A fire pit can keep your guests warm as it provides a spooky ambience!

Hot Tub for Warmth

Although you may use your pool most of the year, as the temperatures fall, the need for a hot tub rises! Bobbing for apples used to be the go-to Halloween game, but today humans bobbing in the hot tub can be the most fun! If you don’t have one already, now is the time to install one; it can take anywhere from three weeks to three months to finish, so don’t put off this major decision any longer than absolutely necessary!

Plenty of Seating

Nothing ruins a party quicker than not having enough places to sit, and while plastic lawn chairs could do the trick, your new gazebo would look so much nicer with a brand-new patio set! Set up your food on one end, add a table for dining purposes and extra chairs so every guest has a comfortable place to land as they enjoy the bash! Hang cobwebs from the rafters, decorate the tables with placemats that look like bats, and pick up a skeleton dog from your favorite Halloween store to complete the scene for the perfect party. No gazebo? We can fix that for you! Just give us a call, but as with the hot tub, don’t wait too long!

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We love a good Halloween party, and now is the perfect time to start planning yours. Give us a call today and let’s get your backyard prepared for the bash your neighbors will never forget!

Romantic Landscape Features to Make Your Landscaping Special

For those that read The Secret Garden as a child, the magic and mystery of that special place have probably lingered, inciting readers to attempt cultivating a secret garden in their own backyards. Even those who haven’t read the book, however, can still appreciate a landscape that is verdant and rich with the romantic touches often found in movies, books, or even in the gardens of the royals we all follow with avid curiosity. When you choose New Image Landscape and Pools for your romantic landscape needs, we can help you build an oasis of romance on your property as well, and these tips are just the beginning!

Lots and Lots of Greenery

Plants, bushes, and trees in the backyard create an escape that also works to stay cooler during the hottest days of summer. Green, lush, and romantic, enjoying a glass of iced tea in the shade of your evergreen elm with the love of your life promises to be one of many high points this summer.What’s Greenery Without the Color and Scent of Flowers? Color makes us happy, and while the green is important, the reds, purples, pinks, and yellows of summer flowers is equally important, as is the sweet scent of the aromatic blooms spicing up your night!Plant some fragrant roses under your bedroom window,and on cooler nights, sleeping with the windows open will give you sweet dreams!

Create a Path Edged in Solar Lights

Now that you have the basics completed, it’s time to work on the hardscape portion of your romantic landscaping. A brick path that disappears into your foliage, lined with beautiful solar lights, is about as romantic as you can imagine! Find a spot in the center and place a softly upholstered two-seater swing; whispered conversations under the glow of the full moon mean more in your enchanted and romantic garden hideaway!

Sounds of the Sea in your Romantic Landscaping

We live in the desert, with the nearest large body of water located a long 3.5-hour drive away—in another country! But the sounds of the sea can be mimicked easily and inexpensively with the purchase of a fountain. Available in all sizes, styles, and shapes, a fountain can be the finishing touch to your romantic backyard oasis.

Just the Beginning

These are just a few of the many ideas we have milling our brains to help create a romantic retreat. Give us a call today and let’s get started working on yours!

3 New Arizona Pool Design Ideas to Make Your Backyard Stand Out

Remember the days when very few people had pools in their backyard, and those that did had to stick to two basic designs? With very few exceptions (Liberace’s piano shaped pool, for one!), the standard homeowner’s pool was built in the shape of a rectangle or a kidney. It made the design process a lot easier to complete but said nothing about the owner’s personality!

Today, however, the only limits to your pool design is your imagination—and your budget, of course! To get you started on the path to innovation, we’ve created this guide to three new Arizona pool design ideas that will make your backyard stand out.

Recessed Lounge Area

Your pool is guaranteed to be the talk of the neighborhood when you include a recessed lounge area that is perfect for socializing, tanning, and staying dry on those days you don’t want to worry about your hair! Built-in concrete seating, cushions, and a built-in table can be the focus of your backyard oasis; just add friends and alcohol (no glass!) and you have the ingredients for a perfect pool party.

Zero-Edge Pools

This breathtaking Arizona pool design idea(also called the infinity edge)has become popular in yards with a view,and your home in the foothills is perfect for the zero-edge look. Seemingly going on forever,as you sit in a lounge chair at the other end of your pool, your view of the valley will be enhanced by the crystal-clearwaters of your new pool. Add a firepit in the center or along the edges and your neighbors will be green with envy!

Create an Oasis

When you really want to impress, your cool new pool offers many opportunities to enhance its natural beauty. From cascading waterfalls to hot tubs to lazy rivers,your backyard will stand out against the sea of ordinary! Add a koi pond and a bridge that crosses the pond for maximum wow factor.Your backyard oasis is the one place in your life that will never let you down.

New Image Landscape and Pools for Great Arizona Pool Design Ideas

Going above and beyond the norm can be a scary experience, especially if you don’t have the knowledge to determine if what you are dreaming about can be done! When it’s time to stop dreaming and start constructing, give New Image Landscape and Pools a call. We have the knowledge and experience to give you the backyard of your dreams!

3 Tips to Make Your Arizona Landscape Stand Out

The exterior of your home says a lot about you as a property owner. The landscaping on your property has the potential to make your home more aesthetically pleasing while also offering a number of practical benefits. If you are looking for ways to make your landscape more appealing, here are three tips that can easily make your Arizona landscape stand out.

Colorful Shrubbery & Plants

There is something very appealing about a splash of color on your property. Adding lots of green trees and shrubs offers something to look at on the grounds. During the changing of the seasons, the addition of trees and shrubbery is especially noticeable and attractive. They also offer much needed shade and privacy. The addition of plants on the front and back of a property adds curb appeal and interest. Consider planting flowers that have varying blooming times. This ensures that you will always have foliage no matter the time of year. Make sure to properly care for your grass as your brown, dry grass is an eyesore.

Add Some Water

Adding a fountain or even a small bird bath is an excellent way to add dimension to your Arizona landscape. When considering the addition of a fountain, make sure that it is scaled for your landscape. You don’t want the fountain to be too big as it will take away from other aspects of your landscape. Likewise, you don’t want the fountain to be too small because it will get lost in the landscape. Also, consider using natural materials for your fountain as this will allow the fountain to blend in nicely among other portions of the property. Try using materials that are already incorporated into the exterior of the property whenever possible.

Lighting is Beneficial to Your Arizona Landscape

Lighting is a necessity to sure the safety and security of your property. It is also serves the purpose of accenting various areas of your landscape. Strategically placed lighting can make a major difference in the appearance of the exterior of your home. Consider using lighting for your walkway as well as to accent the front of your property. Lighting is also useful for creating ambiance such as creating lighting around a deck or patio or showing off features within a landscape such as rock formations or plant beds.

If you feel that your landscape could use a makeover, New Image Landscape and Pools can help. With over 35 years of experience, we have the expertise to help you create a visually and functionally appealing landscape. For more information on improving your existing landscape, visit our website or contact us directly at 480-654-4422.