Once the snow melts away, the birds start chirping again, and you can leave the house without a hat and mittens, you may find yourself walking out to get the mail, turning around, looking at the front yard, and thinking, "Huh. I bet that could look a lot better than it does."
That's when you're most likely to get the urge to take your DIY ideas outdoors. Thankfully, making a more beautiful front yard doesn't require hiring expensive landscapers or breaking the bank. All you need is a little time, and a few good ideas. These front yard landscaping suggestions are perfect for the homeowner looking for some landscaping inspiration that people of any skill level can create. Your home will have the best curb appeal in the neighborhood after you've read through this list.
No matter what type of refresh you're looking to do, there are ideas for anyone who has a green thumb, such as planting hydrangea bushes or adding an "island" to your yard. You might be interested in ways to update your porch and patio, which you can also find tips for. These include adding colorful flags to your porch railings or decorating it with greenery for a natural look. There are also several ideas for anyone who's handy, including building a stone walkway and adding a water feature that won't break the bank. Trust us: Your front yard will be just as gorgeous as all your backyard ideas once you're through with these landscaping tips.
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1
Use a yard edger.
It may sound basic, but cleaning up the edges of your lawn—in addition to keeping it mowed—creates a cleaner look, and instantly smartens up footpaths, and actual curbs.
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2
Plant rose bushes.
Rose bushes are classic yard-improvers. They're relatively easy to care for, grow well in most parts of the U.S., and of course they look and smell great. It's a simple move that will elevate your curb appeal.
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3
Build a stone pathway.
Lay a simple stone pathway that weaves through your lush yard or garden. It's easy to create and makes a great addition to any home.
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4
Display planters.
Frame your front walkway with a pair of earth-tone planters. It creates a naturalistic effect that goes well with most landscaping.
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5
Hang a greenery garland.
The addition of this garland of greenery wrapping along the front porch blends the yard and house into one cohesive concept.
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6
Use front porch bunting.
Decorate your front porch with colorful bunting to add an extra dimension to your home's curb appeal.
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7
Grow hydrangea bushes.
Nothing spruces up a front yard better than some beautiful hydrangea bushes.
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8
Add a flower bed border.
This has to be the easiest and cheapest landscaping idea out there. Simply add a stone edge and mulch to pretty up plain flower beds in a snap.
Get the tutorial at Jenna Burger Design.
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9
Hide your A/C unit.
Air-conditioning is a necessity, but the units can be quite the eyesore for your home's exterior. Build a cover to keep it out of sight, out of mind.
Get the tutorial at Ugly Ducking House.
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DIY a water feature.
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11
Give your garden hose a home.
This DIY hose holder completely camouflages all of that tubing and serves as a planter. Carpentry not your thing? This DIY fencepost hose-holder may be more your speed.
Get the tutorial at DIY Candy.
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12
Make a path for high-traffic areas.
This blogger needed a walkway in between her back door and garage. She made this one using salvaged wood beams and concrete.
Get the tutorial at Ohio Thoughts.
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13
Link points of interest with a path.
Use reclaimed pallet wood to add some character to an underutilized corner or connect two points of your backyard.
Get the tutorial at Funky Junk Interiors.
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14
Design your edging layout with temporary spray paint.
Edging adds professional-looking definition to garden beds. Outline your design first using a temporary marking spray paint.
Get the tutorial at A Concord Carpenter.
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15
Light up the night.
Not only is landscape lighting aesthetically pleasing, it also increases safety by making sure paths (and obstacles) are visible after sunset. For inspiration, check out UK-based John Cullen Lighting (pictured here).
Get a tutorial at Lowe's.
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16
Go heavy on the evergreens.
Opt for evergreens like boxwood shrubs—often used in formal landscaping—to give your yard color year-round.
Get the tutorial at Gardening Know How.
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17
Use a retainer.
Retaining walls can help define flower beds, create visual areas of interest, and, most importantly, prevent soil erosion.
Get the tutorial at A Crafted Passion.
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18
Get on island time.
Gardening expert Mike McGroarty planted herbaceous perennials and trees of varying heights—lavender twist red bud tree and a laceleaf weeping Japanese red maple—to form this "island" in his front yard.
Get the tutorial at Mike's Backyard Nursery.
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19
Clean your walkway.
Sometimes, all it takes is a good cleaning to get your sidewalk looking like new.
Get the tutorial at Rain on a Tin Roof.
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20
Rock on!
This spiral border contains a small vegetable garden using a variety of similarly sized rocks in complementary colors.
Get the tutorial at Oh My! Creative.
