Luxury Landscaping Trends This Summer

Posted By Matt Schrimpf @ Apr 19th 2019 8:02pm In: General

It’s almost summer at the Lake, and that means one thing for luxury homeowners at the Lake of the Ozarks - we’ll all be outside! It’s no surprise that a luxury home is going to be the epitome of the majesty on the inside, but shouldn’t the outside be just as important? If you think that your landscaping needs just a little bit of TLC before the summer months are officially here, there are a few things you can do to really ramp up the appeal. Check out these trending styles for landscapes this year.

Keep It Easy

One of the biggest trends in landscaping and gardening in 2019 is to keep things low maintenance. For a vacation homeowner at the Lake of the Ozarks, this may be a really important goal, so there are a few things to keep in mind.

Plants

Focus on plants that are natural to the area, they will require less maintenance, and will also require fewer products applied to them. Succulents are also still highly popular, you can’t go wrong with one of these plants in your yard.

Technology

Robotic lawn mower? No problem! Irrigation that can be turned on and off with an app? Easy! Technology isn’t just for the inside of your home. Many homeowners are taking the technology outside and helping it make their landscape much more maintenance free.

Multifunctional Spaces

If you’re looking to create an outdoor space that is all the rage, it’s going to be multifunctional. Think of objects that will serve more than one purpose like furniture that can be rearranged into multiple seating and conversation spaces or fiercest that double as coffee tables.

Wanna Know What’s Hot? FIRE.

Homeowners are still avidly including firepits into their outdoor living spaces. They are used for light, heat, and most importantly - ambiance.

Pergolas are Pristine
Pergolas are a great way to define a space, but all pergolas are not the same. You’ll be looking for luxury lines that create both outdoor warmth and space. Pergolas come with drop down windows and blinds, built-in sound systems, and even space heaters for those cooler summer nights. Pair this with an outdoor kitchen, and you’ll never want to back inside.

Make it Pink

Yes, you read that right. Pink is a hot color this summer. This is true for indoor usage, but especially true for outdoor spaces. Living Coral was named the 2019 Color of the Year by Pantone, and blush is a neutral that is chosen by many landscapers. Fill your spaces with roses, petunias, zinnias, hibiscus, and all other florals that come in pink and corals.

Get Outside!

One of the best aspects of a luxury lakefront home at the Lake of the Ozarks is the view. Whether you have open views of the main channel or choose a quieter life on one of the arms of the Lake - enjoying the view from the comfort of an outdoor recliner with a cool drink is exactly the lap of luxury. If you don't have a vacation home at the Lake of the Ozarks, it isn’t too late to get started. Visit our website to learn more about our luxury real estate services at the Lake of the Ozarks, how we’re associated with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, and more.