The Boise Landscaping Ideas Blog

Summer. The perfect time to flex your gorgeous yard while providing a place for friends and family to gather and spend a relaxing evening together. We've compiled three of the top trends that will be hot this summer, and are excited to share them with you today.  1) Boho Style  The boho style continues to reign supreme, being implemented in everything from fashion to weddings and yes, even to patios. Here are our top suggestions to cultivate a boho vibe in your own backyard:  Opt for stamped concrete or stonework for your  patio  to cultivate an earthy vibe Select low-profile patio furniture in natural tones; off-white, cream, brown, and beige are staples of the boho style Add potted greenery like a snake plant, fiddle leaf fig, or string of pearls Select wicker or rattan pieces to increase the natural tones. Popular uses of rattan include baskets to house potted plants, poufs or floor cushions, and low-profile coffee tables  Installing bistro lights or oth...

Adding an outdoor shade or overhead structure  is an often overlooked option for residential landscaping . If you want to add a unique and elegant touch to your property, an outdoor shade or overhead structure may be right for you. Today, we will share three reasons why adding an outdoor shade may be beneficial to you and help elevate your property.  1) UV and weather protection  An outdoor shade is perfect for you if you love to spend time in your yard! Especially if you have  an outdoor kitchen  or carefully curated  patio , the UV and weather damage from the sun beating down all year around may be a concern for you. Installing an outdoor shade can protect your equipment and gear, and also provides shade so you and your guests and can lazy summer evenings without sitting in direct sunlight. Whether to protect yourself or your guests or to prevent sun damage to your patio furniture and other structures, an overhead structure may be the perfect touch to ele...