How to Create Low-Maintenance Landscaping for Your Mobile Home
Spring has arrived, and you’re probably wondering how to create low-maintenance landscaping for your mobile home.
If you have a green thumb, you’ve probably been itching to get out into your yard all winter and revitalize your landscape. Bringing some life back to your outdoor space is not only therapeutic, but it also adds personalization and appeal to your space. So grab your sun hats, gloves, shovels, and a little bit of elbow grease! We’ve got some tips on how to create low-maintenance landscaping for your mobile home.
Here we go!
Landscape With Plants Native to Your Area for Low-Maintenance Beauty
Plant selection has a direct impact on the time and effort required to maintain a beautiful yard. Local plants are hardy, easy to grow, and are most likely just as attractive as any other plants! Landscaping around your mobile home with plants local to your area means low-maintenance and instant appeal!
Native plants require little to no additional watering, are resistant to harsh weather patterns, and have natural defenses against local pests. Enjoy bird watching? These types of plants are also easily recognized as habitats by birds and pollinators, which is a bonus!
Spread Mulch in Your Beds
Mulch is a biodegradable material that is spread around plants, such as tree bark or grass clippings. The organic matter of mulch slowly decomposes, strengthening the soil and releasing trace nutrients that nourish plant roots.
The beauty of mulch is its ability to suppress weed growth while providing a lovely aesthetic in your flower beds and garden. It also retains moisture, keeping your plant life happy and hydrated. This makes it an excellent addition to any yard in need of a new look while being low maintenance!
Utilize Potted Plants
Potted plants bring life and excitement to patios, decks, and home entrances. They soften up hard pavement edges while adding color, texture, and visual interest to any outdoor living space. Plant a large container with a patio tree, or smaller mixed container gardens with flowers and foliage. Having plants potted also adds ease of transportation, giving you the freedom to switch things up from time to time, or seasonally as some plants do better indoors during the colder months.\
Take Low-Maintenance Landscaping a Step Further: Opt for Some Lawn Alternatives
When it comes to your lawn, grass adds order, comfort, and functionality to the landscape, but it must be maintained on a regular basis to look its best. A quick step towards low-maintenance landscaping is to reduce lawn space. Alternatives to lawn grass include mixed shrub or perennial borders, natural areas, ground covers such as dwarf mondo grass or clover, and paving stones.
Yeah, it may feel like cheating! But who doesn’t love less maintenance? The good news is your landscape can still be beautiful and just as unique as you!
Add Raised Garden Beds Outside Your Mobile Home
Are you trying to be a little more self-sustainable? Raised garden beds are not only aesthetically pleasing, but they also provide excellent drainage, so you don’t have to worry about rain ruining your hard work and gardening efforts!
Beds also help to keep pets and wild animals away from your plants and are an excellent place to grow your vegetable garden or even flowers.
Low-Maintenance Landscaping Anyone Can Accomplish!
See, working on your spring landscaping doesn’t have to be difficult. These simple projects and additions have the ability to transform your space. They also make the outdoor area of your mobile home more enjoyable for you and your family.
So, go ahead, get your gloves on! It’s time to tackle those spring landscaping projects you’ve been dreaming of!
Speak with a member at Braustin Homes today!
