It's impossible to find a perfect suburban property, one without structures that clash with the overall appearance. But with time and imagination, this disadvantage can easily be turned into an advantage.
"Dissolving" the fence
An unattractive fence is a drawback to any garden. It can be hidden behind tall plants, but this is time-consuming and expensive. Furthermore, flowers or shrubs will grow overgrown, taking up a large area. Therefore, this option is not suitable if you have a small plot.
Among the inexpensive and optimal options is "dissolving" the fence with vines or maiden grapes. Climbing plants will completely disguise the problematic structure and give the property a fresh new look.
There's no need to hide the entire fence; just embellish individual sections. Any climbing flowers will do the trick.
If you don't want or can't plant anything, you can use decorative elements. For example, you can create various rock formations or place a small gazebo near the fence. The options are endless.
Decorating outbuildings
Any building used for commercial purposes tends to have a rather bland appearance. To balance the look, you can conceal the structure behind climbing plants or decorate the building to give it a unique look.
If the roof is flat, you can plant various flowers. If it's sloping, you can use artificial or natural grass or plant sedum.
Some craftsmen transform the building into a full-fledged mound with an adjacent stream. However, be prepared for the fact that implementing such an idea will take considerable time and money.
Camouflage of barrels, wells, septic tanks
Drainage systems aren't always neatly designed. They can be outdated and spoil the overall appearance of the property. But this problem can be solved.
For example, you can transform it into a small stream. Plant low flowers along the sides to create an imitation of a pond.
To camouflage water barrels, use only non-climbing plants, otherwise the liquid won't heat up. You can plant low-growing flowers, and paint the container itself with patterns.
Decorating a drainage well is very easy; it can be lined with various materials. The manhole, located at ground level, should be decorated carefully to avoid damage.
Decorating a trash container
Waste containers can be a major detriment to the overall appearance. They can be hidden with a small fence, thus separating and highlighting them, or by planting attractive plants around them, but still leaving a clear path.
To give the container a “live look,” you can apply a simple pattern to it, paint it in a bright color, or cover it with artificial vegetation.
"Reviving" dried trees
Dead trees don't always need to be removed from the property. They can be perfectly integrated into a landscape design! For example, the tree's skeleton can be used as a base for climbing plants, with a small treehouse placed at the very top.
By cutting off the top of the tree, you can create a forest-themed arch. You can decorate it with dried plants to give the area a mystical feel. For example, you can place small lanterns throughout the tree.
Even an unsightly tree stump can be repurposed. With a little effort, you can turn it into a comfortable chair or a planter.
