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mercredi 5 mars 2014

For Professional Landscape Design Tucson Residents Do Not Have To Look Far

By Lisa Williamson


It seems as if life has turned into an insane race where everybody is rushing from one place to another and where people simply do not have time any longer to simply relax and enjoy the simple pleasures of life. However, with assistance from a professional in landscape design Tucson residents can create tranquil gardens that will allow them to relax and to take a break from the hectic pace of life.

Health experts have long known that green surroundings can play an important role in both the physical and mental health of people. Even a small garden can offer tranquility and contentment. Working in a garden is therapeutic and many people get immense satisfaction in tending their plants and their gardens. It is possible to reap the benefits of a garden even if the available space is minuscule.

Professional garden designers are not only employed by large corporations and wealthy people with massive estates. They can make the most of even a small piece of ground. Many people want the benefits of a beautiful garden but simply do not have the time or inclination to do it themselves. In such cases it is certainly worthwhile employing a professional.

Some people think that landscaping is just a fancy name for gardening. This is definitely not the case. It is a science that requires extensive knowledge of local conditions, plants, soil and even mundane matters such as plumbing. The designer has to take many factors into consideration when designing a garden, including the future maintenance of the garden. Many colleges offer formal courses in this field.

The importance of budgeting simply cannot be overemphasized. It is equally important that a master plan is drawn up before any work is done. The plan should be as detailed as possible and it should eve include details about planned garden features. Without a plan or a budget the results may be disappointing. If it is not possible to complete the entire project in one go, it may best to execute the plan in phases.

Care must be taken when appointing a designer. It is vital to ask for references and where possible, previous projects should be viewed personally. The designer should submit a detailed proposal that will spell out the nature of the work that will be done, the time schedule according to which the project will be managed and cost of each phase.

Experts agree that the most responsible approach to garden design is to focus upon indigenous flora. Indigenous plants are well suited to local conditions and they therefore grow easier and need less maintenance and water. In addition, they almost always create a small eco system that attracts birds, insects and other small animals. In this way, every garden can contribute towards a healthier environment.

There can be little doubt that a garden holds many benefits. A well planned garden does not need to require a lot of time and money to maintain. An experienced designer can help to plan a space that will not only provide joy, but that will also create a place where it is possible to relax and to escape from the many pressures of modern life.




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