There are many ways to build a green, beautiful backyard that can help you enjoy the wonderful outdoor air. The outdoors can not only be fun for the family, but can also provide physical and mental benefits that can improve your overall health.
So, how can you enjoy the benefits of the outdoors from your own backyard? You can take big steps like planting trees or doing a full backyard remodel, or you can settle for something smaller like installing a fountain or buying a small garden box. No matter what you choose, you’ll be glad you invested in green spaces for your home area.
To get you started with incorporating green spaces into your home, we’ve compiled a list of ideas.
- Install a Water Feature
A water feature can bring the relaxing sounds of a stream or brook into your backyard. Whether you opt for a fountain, pond or pool, a water feature can add visual interest and relaxing to your backyard space.
- Build a Wildlife Habitat
Avid birders or nature lovers will love the benefits of creating a wildlife habitat in the backyard. By purchasing bird nest boxes, bird baths or feeders, you can attract beautiful birds while also giving them a place to live and thrive.
- Plant a Split-Level Garden
A split-level garden is a way to make yourself feel surrounded by nature. You can build tiered garden boxes or different sized planters and pots to plant herbs, flowers, bushes or plants in. You can put these around your backyard to create the feeling of being in or around nature.
For more information and ideas, check out the following infographic.
