Lawns Gone Wild: Organic Outdoor Style
Instead of high-maintenance, manicured lawns, this year's outdoor trends are taking bee-friendly green space and adding natural, organic features. Here are four backyard styles and upgrades to consider.
Environmentally friendly homes are embracing wilder yards, replacing sodded lawns with flowers, shrubs, and stone décor. Pollinator, aka bee-friendly plants are especially popular.
Another trend: wellness yards and gardens. Creating a space that promotes serenity is an individualized pursuit, which may require some homework before creating a thoughtful design style. The end result: a destination that promotes connection, sustainability, and health.
Edible gardens with raised beds are another feature and can complement an overall design or take up a major area of the backyard. More homeowners want to get their hands dirty and grow their own food, and forward-thinking garden centers have recognized this trend.
While swimming pools are still popular, a smaller version – the plunge pool – has become a runaway hit. They need less water and maintenance and are a climate-responsible approach to cooling off. They can even double as a hot tub for homeowners who opt for a heated version.
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