Looking for a way to truly make your lawn stand out? Beyond keeping your lawn lush and mowed, it could be worth considering a few features to make your lawn unique. This could help add character to your lawn. Below are just a few tips on how to make your lawn unique.
Consider your lawn’s shape
Start by considering the shape of your lawn. Most lawns are rectangular or square in shape, however some gardens opt for circular or oval lawns surrounded by patio paving or flowerbeds. These can turn your lawn into a much more dramatic feature. If you’ve got a small garden, a tiny section of lawn may be all you need. Thin strips of lawn between plant beds can serve as grass paths. Another option could be to create a lawn with a gravel or stone path running through it. This could be a straight path or a winding path.
Explore different grass options
You can also make your lawn unique by considering alternative types of turf. Certain types of turf are better suited for certain types of climate and conditions. However, these different grasses can also look different. Sapphire grass for example has a blue tint, while meadowgrass mixes in flowers. And there are turf options that aren’t even grass like clover that you can consider too. Before choosing these grasses, always look into the maintenance requirements and make sure they are suitable for your garden’s conditions (some grasses may require lots of water or sunlight, and therefore may not be suitable for all gardens).
Experiment with lawn edging
Creating a hard boundary to your lawn can help to make it look neater and striking. There are many different types of lawn edging that you can look into. Steel edging is one of the most common options, but you could also consider wooden edging or stones. Some gardeners even use bricks or cinder blocks. Take your time to make sure that edging is perfectly straight when installing it (unless of course, you’re adding edging to a curve).
Add a centerpiece to your lawn
Could your lawn benefit from a centerpiece? Such features can look great in the middle of large lawns. A few centerpiece options to consider include statues, bird baths, sundials, fountains, trees, or large plants in stone jardineer tubs. Just be wary that any centerpiece you add will serve as an obstacle when mowing. You also don’t want it to cast too much of a shadow over your lawn (when considering trees, you may want to stick with something very narrow and small).
Try different mowing patterns
Mowing patterns are another way to spice up a lawn. This requires having a good mower and a level of precision when cutting the grass. Lawn strips are the most popular moving pattern, but there are other patterns you can learn if you feel like you’re up to the challenge. Chequerboards and diamonds are two examples that can look very impressive on a large lawn. Check out this guide to lawn patterns for more options.
Where to start?
With these five ideas, you are sure to be on your way to a unique lawn. Whether you start big with a complete replacement of the turf type or begin small with a new mowing pattern, keep at it. It can be fun to try one or all of the ideas. Character, function, and ease of maintenance are all possible.