When it comes to choosing plants for your garden, there are so many options it can be a bit overwhelming. Especially when what you choose will determine the look and feel of your backyard or front yard for years to come.

Arguably plant selection can be one of the most important part of any landscaping project, so where do you start?

A great way to start is to research the climate you live in and what’s going to grow best. You can visit a local nursery and ask for advice or join a local community gardening group on Facebook.

But before you rush off to the nursery, here are a few general tips to get you started:

• Evergreens are just that. They’ll keep your garden green all year round.
• Succulents are about as low maintenance as it gets – perfect if you’re busy or if your thumb isn’t the greenest.
• Ornamental grasses are an easy way to create cheap, appealing ground cover.
• Ask your friends and neighbours for cuttings of their plants – it’ll take some love, but they’re free! Hard to argue with that as a cost-cutting measure.
• Your garden can help you save on your grocery bill. If you have room, grow fruits, vegetables and herbs – straight from backyard to kitchen.
• Australian natives are best suited to the climate, so can take a little more neglect than most other plants.

If this is too much to think about and you’d like someone to do the heavy lifting for you, give us a call today on (02) 6360 1001 or send us an enquiry and we can help you get started.