Front Yard Landscaping Ideas

If you’re going to start landscaping your yard, the front yard is a great place to start.  Not only does it enhance your curb appeal, but everyone can take a lot of pride in the satisfaction of pulling up to a beautifully landscaped yard. When your front yard is landscaped, it gives it a unique personality that sets it apart.  If you’re looking for a few great ideas to help you get started when it comes time to plant for the next season, then we’re here to help!

Where to Get Started With Front Yard Landscaping



It is important to know which plants, shrubs, and greenery work well with the climate and soil condition here in the Coquitlam, BC area.  Once you know which native plants thrive, you are able to get started making lists that include the specific ground cover, grass, and plants that you will need.  This includes:

Plants, Flowers, and Shrubs in a Variety of Sizes

Start with a few ornamental grasses, shrubs, and flowers that are laid out in an interesting array of colors and textures will help attract the viewers attention to specific areas of the landscaping that you want to highlight.  You may also want to choose a few evergreens as foundation plants so that your landscape stays beautiful and interesting all year round. 

Garden Beds & Mulch

In the Coquitlam area we have a lot of pine trees, so make sure that the plants that you intend to place near the trees prefer more acidic soil.  This can include gardenias, ferns, camelias, and azaleas. Make sure that you check to ensure that the plant is going to get enough light. Connect nearby garden beds for easier mowing, and consider placing mulch around shrubs, trees, flowers, and even foliage plants so that you aren’t battling bald spots in the grass. 

Front Yard Landscaping for Smaller Homes



If you have a tiny home, a cottage, or a smaller home you can still have a beautiful landscape!  Here are some tips and tricks to help:

• If you are needing more privacy, consider growing ornamental grass or evergreens that can be trimmed. 
• Vertically growing plants also add a pleasant aesthetic to small yards, such as vining or climbing plants that can be trained to climb a fence or trellis. 
• Smaller shrubs by the front door help draw the eye to the front of the house. 
• Hanging baskets on the porch, or window boxes allow extra room for flowers or plants.  They also add extra color. 

Front Yard Landscaping for Modern Homes



Remember that less is more when it comes to landscaping a modern home, so feel free to spread out the plants and ground cover, or simply enjoy a variety of decorative grasses with interspersed concrete pavers.  A minimalistic and simple front yard is best.  Choose plants that have interesting sculptural forms, and use concrete, pavers, or other modern looking containers in and around your garden.   

Looking for professional expertise and assistance for your landscaping needs in the Coquitlam, BC area? Look no further than Landscaping Coquitlam Ecopros. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and let our team of experts help you achieve and maintain the perfect landscape.