The Boise Landscaping Ideas Blog

We find ourselves in the midst of autumn, 2022, and each year, the changing and falling of leaves seems to take us by surprise. Here at Bella Vista Landscape , we’re excited about the changing of seasons and the beautiful landscaping opportunities that come with each season, including consideration of what combination of trees and shrubs will look amazing all year around. As we consider recent trends and where we predict landscaping trends are headed, our team of experts is particularly excited to share our top picks for trends of autumn 2022 that will withstand the test of time.  A trend that’s been up-and-coming for a while now is the modern look, and it continues to increase in popularity. We expect this will last for the foreseeable future and modern minimalism is here to stay. Clean lines, minimal clutter, and an emphasis on simplicity and ecological consciousness is on the precipice of reigning supreme. This trend has taken interior design by storm as we see an increase in n...

Adding a fire feature to your backyard design  is a fun way to make a statement. It also allows you to increase your yard usage; a good, old fashioned bonfire is an excellent way to spend a summer evening, and the warmth of a fire allows you to spend time outdoors earlier in the spring and later into the autumn. Both outdoor fire pits and fireplaces can add extra warmth and light, but what's the difference between these options? To get a nuanced understanding, let's begin by examining the similarities so you can figure out which is the better option for your property:  In some ways, the same Due to the fact that they're both residential fire features, backyard fire pits and fireplaces have a similar rustic, cozy aesthetic and functionality. They both provide excellent natural gathering points for warm, intimate discussions with friends, and both require similar amounts of cleaning and maintenance to ensure safety and upkeep. And, for families with young children, both prese...

You have a vision in your mind: it's a late summer night, the sound of crickets in the air, a warm breeze lazily flitting through the air. It's peaceful, and you can't help but smile as you watch the expressions on your loved ones' faces; it's the perfect picture of the tranquil life you have always dreamed of.  But... the last time you tried to cultivate this atmosphere, you ended up heading indoors because it ends up, nightfall also means darkness. So, what's the solution?  Outdoor lighting. Simple, yet something many of us don't think about; lighting can make a drastic positive change to your property's aesthetic, especially in the evening. A few of the most popular landscape design  lighting elements include:  Ground and lawn lighting : solar stakes, canopy lights, or solar garden lanterns can create a charming ambience to your yard with a low profile. Many of these lighting options don't attract the eye during the day, but give a soft glow in th...

It's no secret that living in Idaho is becoming increasingly popular, especially for long-term residents of the Treasure Valley. From fantastic weather that spans all four seasons to beautiful skies, peaceful nature and beautiful hikes and outdoor sports and activities within a few hours' drive, Boise truly is a gem within the Gem State. One of the reasons Boise is such a desirable location is because of the people; we love to invite family, friends, and neighbors over, and spend time together while showing off our properties. If you love to spend time outside as much as the rest of us, let us share a few often overlooked landscaping design  concepts that can help elevate your yard from average to exceptional!  At Bella Vista Landscape , we pride ourselves on our affordable, high-quality landscaping services . You paid for not only your home but for the entire property, and you should be able to enjoy your yard as an extension of the house you call a home. We are a professiona...

Summer. It's that time of year when you get a really, really grasp on how good your plan for watering your yard is as lawns brown and plants wilt seemingly before your eyes on the hotter days. Installing a sprinkler system  can help ensure that your grass and softscape features are neither drowning nor hurting for lack of water. There are many, many advantages to installing a sprinkler or irrigation system, including:  Save water : using an automated sprinkler or irrigation system lets you water your vegetation at the most optimal time of day, such as early morning. Watering when it's cooler outside reduces evaporation and maximizes the water you consume. Save money : saving water means a lower utility, and that can add up to some pretty big savings, especially when you consider the long term.   Save time : with an automated sprinkler and irrigation system, the time you would have spent caring for and stressing over your yard can be better spent elsewhere, like enjoy...

At Bella Vista Landscaping, we understand that there are many pieces and parts that go into building your ideal residential yard. We hope to share informative and helpful tips and facts for our homeowners here in the Treasure Valley in addition to our many services  offered to clients in the Boise, Idaho area. Today, we will be discussing softscaping ; softscape landscaping works in conjunction with hardscaping elements to create an oasis where dreams meet reality.  What is softscape landscaping?  Landscaping can be broken down into two broad categories:  hardscaping , which includes the man-made elements like  patios ,  overhead structures and shades ,  water features , and more, and softscaping, which includes the more natural, living elements like trees, the lawn, shrubs, etc. While the construction of hardscape elements can and do make an enormous impact on the presentation and usability of your yard, the vegetation and natural elements are the det...

Here at Bella Vista Landscaping, we take pride in being a local landscaping company in Boise, Idaho that offers high-quality services at an affordable price. We also believe that knowledge is power, and are excited to share our expertise with our friends and neighbors because we believe that everyone deserves to have a beautiful property to enjoy. Today, we will be discussing hardscaping , a crucial part of creating a polished, cohesive landscape to your home.   What is hardscaping?  Simply put, hardscaping refers to any man-made, non-living parts of a landscaping job. An easy way to think about it is that landscaping is divided into two parts: softscaping, and hardscaping. Softscapes involve the "soft," natural elements, including bushes, lawns, flowerbeds, and other vegetation, while hardscapes include any of the following:  Retaining walls Stone or concrete  patios Overhead structures  such as gazebos, arbors, and pergolas Concrete or stonework walkways...