6 landscape design trends for 2021
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6 landscape design trends for 2021

April 21, 2021
Shaira Antoinette Jutie

Outdoor spaces have turned into a place for people to get comfort and peace. More people are looking for ways to include a presence of nature into their residences. Some parents are getting comfort and relief from gardening and putting more greens inside their homes, while others want to bring in some color through growing flowers.

According to Todd Haiman, a landscape designer in NYC, “Green spaces in cities and private outdoor space are increasingly valued to improve health and mental well-being.”

Having a garden beautifully designed by yourself or a landscape professional sparks new joy in your life. Take a look at the landscape design trends this 2021 to get some inspo if you’re just about to give your space a makeover.

1. Multi-functional outdoor spaces

Families are now utilizing every space of their gardens by putting larger sitting areas, play areas for kids, and vegetable beds. Outdoor heating, especially in colder parts of the country, has become an essential part of these spaces too. It’s up to you if you’ll either use heating lamps or fire pits while sitting and chatting in your newly-bought lounge chairs.

Bring a wireless speaker, too, so you could really feel the good vibes with good music and food.

Easy-to-grow flowers like sunflowers, coneflowers, and marigold are also being added for a

. For the best feature of each, sunflowers can tolerate almost all soil types except for water-logged ones, the second one can bloom for months, and the last one can grow quickly from the seed and helps repel mosquitoes.


2. The rise of sustainable gardening

As calls for taking action on climate change have been all over the news and social media, a lot of people are starting to do their part to not worsen the situation further. And some of them are taking part by looking for tips and guides on how they can transform their gardens into the environmentally-friendly kind.

Some practices include putting plants that need more water in an area where soil is moist, making your own compost, and using organic gardening methods.

3. Mini resorts just outside your door

According to Byers, a professional landscaper, her clients have been requesting for outdoor kitchens with grills, fridge, and good storage space.

On the other hand, Ten Eyck of Ten Eyck Landscape Architects also mentioned that people are now opting for smaller pools rather than the usual big or long ones, together with outdoor shower areas.


4. Efficient outdoor lighting

Photo by Sam Burriss on Unsplash

We all know how bright the moon could only shine at night, so lights are really a must-have when you want to enjoy chill nights with your friends and family.

If you want lighting that’s subtle but still catches your eye, you can use moonlighting and downlighting in trees that are big enough to provide shade. Its soft traces complements the dark sky.

PS: Use lower-watt bulbs for energy efficiency while still getting enough illumination you need outside.


5. Attention-grabbing vertical gardens

Not all homeowners have large outdoor spaces, and renters would still want to bring some greens in their spaces so having a vertical garden is really the right choice. Also known as "green wall," it uses wall-mounted planters or a frame that supports foliage.

Choosing the right plants for this really depends on your lifestyle, so take some time to think if you can dedicate several hours to do gardening as a hobby or just opt for ones that only require a little watering since your schedule is too packed every week.

6. Putting greens in your balcony

As people in urban areas find ways to embrace nature, balcony gardening is also on the rise this 2021. Most people opt for plants like jasmine, snake plants, and some lavender. And when you shop for the pots that would complement these plants, keep in mind how you’d want your balcony to be your place of relaxation and peace.

Now that you’ve seen all of these, do you have a clearer vision on how you want your outdoor space to look like?

If so, prepare your budget and find the right contractors for your upcoming landscaping project here.


Do you need help in finding the right materials and services from certified pros? BizScale can help you make this happen. Talk to us by completing this form, emailing sales@bizscale.com, calling 833-722-5310, or booking time on Calendly. Here's to a greener, healthier home this 2021!


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