How to Landscape Your Garage

A bland garage transforms into a highlight of the property with some simple landscaping techniques. Landscaping may focus on the front of the home to increase curb appeal or the backyard for the enjoyment of the residents. Even if the side of the garage isn't highly visible from the road, dressing it up helps the property overall. Several factors contribute to the selection of landscaping materials and styles.

Consider the landscaping for the rest of the home. Blend the garage landscaping with the surrounding area for a cohesive look. This allows the garage landscaping to look attractive without standing out for being mismatched. A similar landscaping design helps improve the curb appeal of the home.

Identify the type of landscaping that fits best with the garage and home. The climate and natural surroundings impact the type of plants that grow well. Typical options include shrubs, plants, flowers or a rock landscape.

Mark the area you plan to landscape. Determine how far away from the side of the garage you wish the landscaping to extend. The size depends on the type of plants you want and the space available. If the side of the garage is near a neighbor's home or other structure, leave plenty of room to walk around the landscaping.

Install landscape edging to define the area along the side of the garage. Choose an edging material that fits the overall design when landscaping a garage.

Select the plants for the landscape. Consider the sunlight and drainage in the area. Determine the placement for each and plant them in their designated spots.

Add ground cover such as mulch that allows the plants to grow but provides decorative accents. Ground cover can also help the plants retain moisture and prevent weed growth in the area.

Add landscaping accents to the area. Garden signs, stepping stones and landscape lighting are common options. Adding lights to the garage landscaping also adds security to the home.