Low Maintenance Front Yard Landscaping Ideas in Boise, Idaho

While the backyard is the main area for gathering, playing and relaxing for most homes, the front yard is the space that truly "sets the stage" for guests and passerby to get a feel for what your home is. Is it well kept? Does it have a rustic aesthetic or a more modern one? Is this a home that entertains a lot or has a big family? Whatever you want your home to be, your front yard is the first way to show others what it means to you. Every homeowner knows that a front yard takes work to keep up - but with the proper landscape design planning and landscaping services you can decrease the amount of maintenance you'll have to do to keep your yard looking its best. 

  1. Add Hardscaping

It is a well known fact that lawns are some of the most time intensive elements to any front yard. That is why front yard hardscape designs are becoming a more popular way to create a clean, fresh look that is also low maintenance. At Bella Vista Landscape we make hardscape design and installation easy. From paving to gravel to adding water fountains, our landscaping experts can get the job done all at an affordable cost.  Need some front yard hardscape design ideas? Check out our gallery! 






  1. Try New Mulch

There is nothing that gives such a quick refresh to a front lawn like new mulch. Not only does a fresh mulch installation sharpen up the look of your yard - it preserves moistures, keeps weeds at bay, and stabilizes soil temperature.  Consider trying out a darker mulch. The contrast of the darker soils of this soft-scaping component can look great against the colors in your landscaping as well as your house - making everything look more vibrant and new. 


  1. Consider a Fence

While some may consider a front yard fence unnecessary, a vinyl, cedar or wrought iron fence can increase the charm and usability of your space.  It will also help keep out pesky critters that could ruin plans and dig holes in your turf. Installing a new fence can create extra enclosed space for your pets and children to play in, while also lending to your home's overall curb appeal. Consider adding a split rail cedar wood or decorative aluminum fence for a fence that still allows passerby to observe your beautiful yard through the rails. Want more privacy or security out of your fence or gate? We recommend a vinyl or board on board cedar fence. 

From adding a bit of new mulch to a whole new fence, our professional designers and landscapers at Bella Vista Landscape can help. Give us a call today at 208-995-3532 to schedule a consultation!


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