Sometimes, a well-manicured lawn just is not enough to win that
coveted "Lawn of the Month" award from your homeowner's association.
But with these lawn decorating ideas, you are sure to put together a
look that will win the contest and get rave reviews from your jealous
neighbors. So the race is on to see who will win
the next lawn award. You cut your lawn perfectly and you edge it ever
so gently. You
water it exactly like you are supposed to and provide it
with life-giving nutrients. But you never wake up to the award sign in
your front yard. What's missing? The answer might just be some creative
lawn decoration.
- Wood or Cement Benches. Decorating with a
well-placed wooden or cement bench will do wonders for your lawn. Not
only are they convenient and comfortable, but there is just something
about a lawn with a wooden or cement bench. It gives the lawn an air of
relaxation.
- Trellis. A bamboo or wooden trellis is a great
decorating idea for you to add to your lawn. Your trellis can be
decorated with vines and flowers. You can even build a walkway from
your home right up to and through the trellis into your backyard. This
is a very chic project.
- Pond and Fountain. For the water and fish lovers,
decorating with a pond or fountain in your lawn will give it that
wildlife refuge look. Get a good contractor with a reputation for
installing ponds and fountains, and you will soon catch the eye of
everyone in the neighborhood.
- Rock Trail. Soft, round stones are a very
beautiful and extremely affordable. A trip to your local home and
garden center will provide you with several styles to choose from for
decorating. A rock trail around your home is great for the view as well
as getting in your daily exercise.
- Pine Straw Islands. Pine Straw islands are a great
decorating idea if you want to reduce the overall size of your lawn.
You can also plant flowers and shrubbery in your pine straw beds to add
to the aura of your lawn. Pine straw is easily obtained and affordable,
as well.
Kelly Richardson has obsessive compulsive lawn disorder and is
afflicted with the need to share his knowledge with the world. Kelly
writes lawn columns for a variety of home and garden magazines and
e-zines.
