While some people look at a dirt backyard as an eyesore smart gardeners know that a barren outdoor space is really a blank canvas where they can create a haven.
How to make a dirt backyard look nice.
Use flowers in vases anything to.
I think the dirt will not be a problem if you decorate at an upper level.
That makes these backyard ideas particularly good for anyone who lives in the desert or is dealing with drought conditions or who just wants to spend less time caring for the yard and more time enjoying it.
The rest of it is dirt.
Please help with some ideas.
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Give your landscape a lift by adding high points in this case three 12 foot tall classically inspired concrete columns that stand like exclamation points.
The pillars create a sense of antiquity and add an element of surprise and mystery.
Square pavers are embedded in the faux lawn near a narrow planting bed that features spanish olive trees and leads to a corner built in seating area.
Add some ultra dwarf food trees gets 4 6foot tall one of each type that will grow in that zone if you move out and have to move them later you can dig them up and move them berry bushes.
This low maintenance backyard is part of our patio style challenge series here on the home depot blog but we had something special in mind.
I want to finish my backyard as nice as possible with limited budget.
How to transform my dirt backyard.
As of right now i have an extended concrete patio.
A synthetic lawn gives the look of a lush english backyard without the maintenance as seen in this design by tom howard garden design and landscaping.
This creates a better growing foundation for the sods to stay healthy.
By planning two to six months ahead as well as turning the pile you can build a compost pile with dead leaves weeds shredded paper manure grass trimmings and other yard debris.
String some white coil lights set some small tables out with decorative cloths on them.
For the dirt yard to till you must shovel the area a minimum of 5 inches deep for air and water.
Before laying the sods make sure the ground is level and there are no weak ground areas.