Is everyone talking about your yard? Is it a negative since you are being mocked or laughed at. Do you need tips on how to transform your yard into the yard everyone praises? Read on for a few simple ways that you can add a professional landscaping look to your yard.

While it may be tempting to have a solid cover installed over your out door space, it is a much better idea to install shade bars that are open. Less of the area will be covered, since there is open space, but it will allow more heat to escape so that you will be cooler.

If you live in a part of the country that is at risk for wildfires, choose landscaping projects accordingly. For example, trees should be planted at least 100 feet apart. Additionally, large trees should not be planted less than 100 feet from your house or other building structure (garden, shed, workshop, etc.).

If you are inexperienced at landscaping and gardening, you must consider the maintenance involved before selecting your next project. Never plan a high-maintenance, ornate design unless you are confident in your abilities to care for it properly. If you cannot afford to hire someone to maintain your lawn, it is best to opt for simple designs with low-maintenance elements.

Speak often with your neighbors and friends about your landscaping plans. They may also want to do work on their yards, and you may be able to go in together to rent things like chippers or tillers. By sharing this equipment, you will all save money and be able to get your work done.

Landscaping does not have to remain the exclusive province of design professionals. You can transform your yard and make it look wonderful, so long as you put in the time and effort to learn how to do it properly. Your neighbors will be quite jealous of your new landscaping, and the entire town will be talking about it! This is the best outcome possible!