Summer has arrived and everyone wants to spend time outside.

To enjoy these long summer sunsets, people all over the nation are pouring a glass of their favorite white wine and finding their favorite spot on the patio. Patios can be a place of great relaxation. When well curated, patios can be your very own paradise escape right in your backyard.

How to make your patio into the perfect paradise you’ve always dream of? Patio landscaping, of course. Whether it’s just for you, or you’re hosting a patio dinner party for twenty, your patio surroundings can help you set the tone.

Lounge areas, pergolas, perennials, and paint are all key elements to making your patio a relaxing oasis. Add some mood lighting to your patio and you’ll have the perfect space for entertaining.

With so much to consider, we’ve created a patio landscaping style guide to assist you in your quest for the ultimate patio cultivation.

 

1. Paint Party

For starters, take a look at your actual patio. Does it need an entirely new coat of paint thrown on it, or can you spot paint the problem areas? Does it need to be completely refinished? Have parts of your patio been so worn down by weather that planks need to be replaced?

You can majorly spruce up your patio landscaping for the summer by simply painting it again. Painting or refinishing your patio can make for a vibrant backyard set up, perfect for hosting any occasion.

 

2. Walk This Way

Whatever pathways you have leading up to your home or patio should look well maintained and cared for. Take stock of what needs to be done with your walkways. Sometimes simply weeding between your stones or pavers can make all the difference.

Line your walkways with your favorite plants; either perennials or annuals. A lined walkway will make any guest feel like royalty as they approach your home. Paying attention to the details in your patio landscaping will make for a well-thought-out finished product.

If some pavers and parts of your walkway need replacing, hire the pros to come in and patch it up. Pavers are great because they are flexible, affordable, and perfect for outdoor environments. They come in a huge variety of colors and types.

 

3. Green Machine

Whether directly on your patio in nice planters or planted in the ground around your patio, plants and greenery will give your patio a luxurious appearance. Hire a well-reviewed landscaper to make your garden of Eden dreams come true.

Not only will this enhance your experience as you spend time outside, it will also up the value of your home. Landscape design will always be a good investment.

Be specific about what kind of plants you want around your patio. Consider planting greens that smell wonderful too! Rosemary bushes can be a great addition to any backyard.

If you have a herb garden, keep it close to the patio so when the proper breeze comes through it will be full of enjoyable scents.

If your patio space is enclosed, consider using plants that will improve the oxygen levels and quality of air you’ll be breathing while you’re enjoying yourself.

 

4. Light It Up

As our main natural resource of light goes down every evening, have your own light design ready to steal the show from the moon. A soft evening glow during the summer nights is the ultimate relaxation tool.

Light the trunks of the trees all around your yard. Place solar lighting in various planters that will showcase your planted greens and landscape design.

Candles, especially those encased in glass, are a great lighting tool for any table surface on your patio. For special occasions scatter small tea light candles on your tables and stair cases.

Bistro lights are always a good idea. Hang them overhead for a fantastic romantic feel all summer long. Soft overhead lighting always sets the mood, while tree and plant spotlights will feature your yard beautifully.

Next, consider the flame. There are many chic options for outdoor fireplaces on your patio. Great hardscaping options can make your patio landscaping beautiful and interactive. When it’s time to roast the marshmallows for dessert, you’ll be glad you put one in.

What’s more? You can use your fire in the winter too. Put on your parka and head out near the fireplace so you can still catch the stars even in the cold months. Enjoying your patio landscaping doesn’t have to end in the fall.

 

5. Make it Diverse

No one likes cookie cutter elements, and neither should you. There are no rules when it comes to your patio landscaping. Mix up the basic patterns with a curved yard line or a geometrically shaped flower bed.

Choose an exotic plant for your planter, even if it means it has to come inside in the winter months. Interesting shapes, flowers, and design will make for an engaging space to sit in for hours.

When choosing your patio furniture, do your research and find what will hold up for years to come while still maintaining some style. Other things to place on your patio are travel items. If you’ve purchased any statuary abroad or table linens from your trip to Italy, utilize them when hosting.

These items make for great conversation pieces amongst guests. They also serve as great reminders of good times abroad.

A Simple Segue

You want your patio and yard to feel like an extension of your home. Creating an elegant segue from your house to your outdoor space will make for a seamless expansion of your home.

With an enticing patio, you’ll draw everyone outside to enjoy what humans need: a connection with nature. With a few simple adjustments and perhaps some hired help, even a simple patio can become something truly simple.

With fresh paint, patio landscaping and some key lighting, you can transform your space into a place you’ll want to be all summer long. For beautiful walkways, landscape or hardscape work, contact us today. We are standing by to make your patio come to life.