If you own a house, you know that one of the most-nagging questions can be: what should I do with this lawn? To someone with little landscaping experience, it can be difficult to even conceive of what's possible. The good news is that there is a whole world of landscaping (literally...go out in the world and look around) that you can draw from.

Here are a few simple landscaping ideas (and a few unique landscaping ideas) that you can use as inspiration and as direction. And if you need help implementing your dream garden or idyllic walkway, be sure to grab a deal on landscaping services.

Garden Entrance

 

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It's one of the most simple landscaping ideas: the garden entrance leading you to the front door, and this Seattle-area home uses a harmonious melange of plants to welcome you.

Hardscaping and a Hydrangea Garden

 

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The hardscaping at this Denmark home is impeccable, surrounded by handsome hydrangeas.

Colorful Driveway

 

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The owners of this Miami, Florida home thought their driveway could use a little color—enter these Evolvulus blue plants, right down the middle.

Rock Art

 

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Rocks can sometimes just seem like...well, rock. But don't be afraid to try something creative with them, like this Columbia, Tennessee home.

Stone Walkway

 

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Build a path, and people will use it, meaning less wear on the rest of your lawn. This Exeter, New Hampshire walkway (built by the Instagrammers' masonry company) is a lovely example.

Garden Arbor

 

A post shared by Tracie Fish (@fishtailcottage) on Jun 20, 2018 at 10:16am PDT

This Seattle-area home shows how a metal arbor can make for a picture-perfect entrance to a rustic garden.

Keep it Simple

 

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This Atlanta-area home has a front porch that pairs perfectly with this little garden, showing you don't have to do too much to exude charm.

Ready? Find Landscaping Services Near You

If you've figured out what you want to do with your yard, we recommended getting some professional assistance. Click on your city below to see deals on landscaping services in your area:

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