If you picture your dream backyard garden, what comes to mind? Is it some place where you can unwind, indulge, and delight in a serene space with welcoming elements? We thought so, because this is what we imagine also and what we enjoy helping people develop in their own personal space. Everybody is different and has different styles which is why we are writing this Life in Landscape collection to provide imaginative ways to enrich anybody’s backyard areas. No matter the measurements of the space you are using, there are normally a few elements you can use to really make it distinct and personalized.

In Part 3 of the Life in Landscape collection we are covering including sounds in your garden sanctuary. Surely there will be the natural sounds of nature like birds singing in the morning hours, or crickets chirping at twilight, nevertheless there are a few additional tips for adding sound to your garden which will generate a feeling of peace while arousing your sense of sound. Today we are taking a look at wind chimes and water features.

Enhancing your landscape with sound is a great way to lift your senses. The allure of including noises like a wind chime or a trickling water feature is that you can easily lay back, close your eyes and yet know that you are in your quiet garden sanctuary.

Wind chimes come in all shapes and sizes which offer a variety of tones and sounds. They can be hung in trees, veranda overhangs, or on hooks to swing freely in the breeze. They may likewise add a bit of color too like we went over in Part 2.

A rushing water component is an additional method to introduce sound into your Arizona garden sanctuary. These can be detailed built-in creations showcased as a nice centerpiece of the garden, or a stand alone smaller piece that is integrated into a bed of flowers, for example.  Any hydro feature is good in the dry climate like Sedona since it can offer local wildlife a drink or help to hydrate  your flowers.
When developing a built-in hydro element there is cautious preparation by a landscape architect, like those at Joshua Tree & Landscape Company, of where to put the feature and how to attach the water lines beneath the surface.

Various other water features can be found in a range of dimensions and can fit into your area where you pick. Some nice tips are to include it to a wall, a bed of blooms, or perhaps a birdbath can give a nice hydro aspect to your garden. Birdbaths also bring us to the upcoming section of luring wildlife into your garden!

Water features will additionally be mentioned in our upcoming installment discussing the best way to invite local animals into your backyard! But until then, enjoy developing an excellent space in your backyard with such valuable tips. As always, we at Joshua Tree and Landscape Company are here to help with any concerns or inquiries regarding your personal backyard landscape. Give us a ring today for a complimentary estimate!