Most homeowners want a garden. But at the same time, not many are ready to manage the garden.
Ultimately, gardening isn't for everyone. More and more homeowners struggle to make time to look after their gardens. Over time, the garden, which adds value to the property, becomes a source of stress. But it doesn't have to be that way. There's so much you can do with your garden space, especially when you hate gardening.
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Work With a Landscaping Specialist
If gardening isn’t your thing, why not ask someone else to look after it for you?
You can use landscaping services to design a layout that is easy to manage. This means you can keep a green space without necessarily wasting energy on maintaining it. There are plenty if easy-maintenance garden layouts.
Still not keen? The good thing about landscaping services is that they also include maintenance. So if you really can't bring yourself to make time to look after the garden, you can let the pros do the hard work.
Create a Cosy Outdoor Gathering Area
One of the easiest ways to enjoy your garden without gardening is to focus on how you use the space. Not all gardens need to be consumed by plants. You can bring in a seating or dining area outdoors, so the garden becomes an external extension of your living space.
It can be helpful to start with a timber decking, which is a popular option. This helps create a defined and usable area outdoors that doesn't need lawn maintenance.
As a deck is essentially a flat surface for furniture and socialising, it can become a stylish spot furnished with outdoor seats and a table. You can even add a shelter structure along with heating and lighting options to use it all year round.
Extend Your Home Into the Garden
Another way to reduce garden maintenance is to rethink how much garden you actually need. How about having less garden and more home? You can extend your living space outwards, for example. Traditional extensions typically open up one of the key living areas, the kitchen or living room, making your home more comfortable and your garden less of a hassle.
Not keen on extending your home? How about adding a separate structure as a garden room, which can be used as an individual room. Garden rooms are ideal as cosy reading rooms or even home offices. Besides, they naturally reduce the amount of garden space that requires active maintenance, so this is a win.
Create A Functional Space
What is the purpose of a garden? If you are thinking of plants, it's time to reconsider your priorities. For instance, if you have kids, the garden can become a play area. This can be a brilliant way to reframe how the garden is used without the hassle of keeping it green and fresh.
What's in the typical UK playground? It tends to include a swing set and a climbing frame. Some also have a slide, but this can become space-demanding in a small garden.
In conclusion, you do not have to love gardening to love your outdoors. In fact, your garden doesn't need to be used as a traditional garden.