Landscaping is basically about making the environment around a personal or public space look and feel more natural and harmonious with plants, water-bodies and landforms of various forms and shapes. It also uses various man-made structures and objects like statues, fountains, board ways, etc. to add an aesthetic appeal to the landscape. It also makes clever use of the various phenomena in nature such as the lighting conditions at different times of the day and also the changing climates during various seasons throughout the year in a particular region.

Just like other forms of applied art such as architecture or interior designing, landscape designing is also a science as well as an art. It entails a minute observation of the surrounding elements be them natural or man-made, an acute sensitivity to the various naturally occurring phenomena and a keen understanding of the principles and practical applications of the concepts of design. Creating harmony and balance in the space around homes, hotels, schools or other such private or public places by using all these elements in a cohesive fashion is the hallmark of a good landscape designer.

A designer’s experience comes handy while dealing with issues like selecting the right kind of plants, lawn and grass seeding, choosing the proper ways of irrigation and water-supply, etc. This can save a lot of money and hassle for you and eventually turn out to be a profitable investment. A professional landscape designer can transform your boring, cluttered and almost barren back-yard into a beautiful piece of art. Getting help from someone who can understand your specific desires and the requirements of the landscape is important to have a satisfying landscaping experience. Before you hire someone, it is always wise to do some background research about the various options available to you. Look into a designer’s previous works and also take a brief interview of him to test his knowledge and understanding about your area and its unique requirements.

Internet is a great place for any information. There are tons of websites that will provide you with articles, pictures and even videos about landscape designing. Landscaping your environment can be a richly rewarding experience. Besides making your surroundings beautiful and pleasing to live in, it will also make you a more sensitive and responsible person.