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How do I landscape around a townhouse patio that is 12' x 25' ? Right now there is nothing but a concrete patio.

Think container gardening, but here's some ideas.....

Pay attention to where the sun shines in your patio area. If you would like to have box gardens, or a small patch of grass, plan to have them in the areas that receive consistent amounts of sunlight. After all, they will need sunlight to thrive.

If you are planning for a fence, remember to plan the fence height and location not to interfere with your garden plans. A fountain or small waterfall will add a luxurious and exotic feel to your patio. Running water helps obscure outside noises and creates a relaxing atmosphere, especially if you are in an urban area or have noisy neighbors. There is nothing more pleasant than enjoying a meal on your patio, and the sound of murmuring water will complete this experience. So make sure you design an area large enough for a table and a few chairs. If you are very limited on space, built-in planters with wide borders offer a place to sit for buffets and casual gatherings.

2006-06-17 06:02:55 by KellaBoatner

This video shows a project with a natural stone ( flagstone ) patio and retaining wall in the Brentwood Tn Nolensville Tn area. Our site www ...

I want some live tall plants that will provide an exoctic look...

Could try some minature roses in containers they are real nice hope this helps.

2008-03-23 12:37:07 by drn2169

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2007-05-16 09:43:17 by butterflys3434

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We just extended our patio last year and have a few things around it, like rose bushes, tulips and mums. We would like to plant a couple dogwood trees near the patio but we do not know if it is feasible to do this or not. I certainly do not want the patio tore up by roots from the trees down the road. Are dogwood trees compatibile with being close to a patio and also would it be better to shop for some dwarf dogwoods? What kind of ornamental trees are advisable around a patio?
Where can we get ideas on what other items to plant around a patio, such as shrubs etc. We were also thinking in the near future to put a little white wrough iron fence around the patio and landscaped area. Any websites I could look at for some good practical advice. Thanks for the answers.

I think dogwoods would be fine near the patio, but remember that dogwoods like to grow in the shade of other trees. Japanese Maple is a stunning choice as well, ornamental pear, crepe myrtle - all good. To help control the root issue, which I don't think would be much anyway with small ornamental trees, consider planting them in in a circular raised bed contained with landscape block or whatever treatment you want.

2007-04-04 09:09:15 by PsychoSam

Ok so I have the Punch! Landscape Deck & Patio Designer software it works great but I have a problem when rendering. Ok so you know the Live View tab well I click on it and the Live View comes up but its black it only starts to render when I move around, but then when I stop moving it goes black again. It’s real annoying because you can’t do anything. Any help would be a life saver,

Justin Hulbert
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If no one is able to help you here, try visiting Lawnsite.com. It's a forum for those in the landscaping industry, and I've seen several posts in regards to Punch! Landscape & Patio Designer...it seems that many people have problems with the program. Check out a link to another program we sometimes use for design. Good luck!

2008-03-30 11:48:18 by justin h