{"id":6556,"date":"2024-06-17T20:51:01","date_gmt":"2024-06-17T20:51:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.geranium.com\/blog\/?p=6556"},"modified":"2025-06-30T20:12:12","modified_gmt":"2025-06-30T20:12:12","slug":"transform-your-backyard","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.geranium.com\/blog\/transform-your-backyard\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Transform Your Backyard into an Oasis"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Geranium<\/a> communities are designed for exceptional living all-year-round. During the summer, the backyard becomes a favourite place to make lasting memories.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re ready to take your outdoor space to new heights, this post is for you. Here are a few ideas to transform your backyard into an outdoor oasis, so you can make the most of warm weather and your outdoor space.<\/p>\n

Define Your Space<\/strong>
\nWhen planning your yard, consider the size, shape and existing elements, factor in the sunlight and shade patterns. Then ask yourself, \u201cwhat is your goal<\/a>?\u201d Are you aiming to maximize privacy or create a peaceful retreat for unwinding? Once you\u2019ve determined this, you can start designing your layout. Outline the placement of various elements, beginning with essentials like seating and lighting before moving on to the “wish list” like a fireplace, water feature or activity area.
\nWhen it comes to maximizing your landscape potential, different size lots require different approaches. Whether it’s an expansive area, like our Courts of King’s Bay<\/a> community which offers spacious lots, or more traditional lots as found in Midhurst Valley<\/a>, every backyard has the potential to become a backyard oasis. <\/p>\n

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Start with a goal. What do you want your backyard for?<\/p><\/div>\n

Go Green<\/strong>
\nEnhance your landscaping with lush plants and natural features. Opt for dense, leafy plants with year-round foliage, then mix in flowering varieties to add a splash of colour and attract pollinators.<\/a>
\nFor added dimension, layer your plants by arranging taller species at the back and shorter ones at the front. Creating a green wall<\/a> is fun way to add to your backyard.
\nTalk with the experts at your local nursery or garden centre to choose the right plants for your sun exposure and your soil.<\/p>\n

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Greenery is a natural way to enhance your space<\/p><\/div>\n

Maximize Privacy<\/strong>
\nFences, pergolas, trellises and hedges are effective ways to enhance privacy<\/a>; be sure to choose the ones that work best with your space. Hedges are a great eco-friendly option but need time to grow; tall ornamental grasses are fast growing and work extremely well for summertime privacy; pergolas set a stunning stage and can achieve the privacy you want beautifully.
\nThoughtful placement of seating in secluded areas and creating intimate groupings, instead of straight lines, can significantly boost backyard privacy. Consider adding an umbrella that can be easily repositioned.<\/p>\n

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Get the most out of your space with elements that embrace your privacy<\/p><\/div>\n

Illuminating Ideas<\/strong>
\nAs we discussed in our blog about indoor lighting options<\/a>, the same principles apply outdoors. Here are some outdoor lighting types to consider:<\/p>\n