For gardeners who are taking on some landscaping it is imperative for them to understand the basics of landscaping. There are elements of good landscape design and being aware of these elements is a part of developing a landscape which works. Landscaping Bedford basics are very easy to understand and a majority will just come naturally. Below are some of the basic elements. Unity – The idea of this element means that everything should work together. This applies to shapes, colors, heights and any other aspect of the design. Using repetition and consistency is a great way to create unity. Simplicity – Simplicity should not mean the landscape design is limited. Simplicity means that the landscape design should be limited in different types of plants, color shades and also keeping your design looking clean. When the design is overwhelming it confuses the eye. This is particularly true if one is working with a large area. When you have too many things going on it creates chaos. Balance – Balance means that the design proportions should be kept equal throughout. Do not make one side full and the other scarce. The balance should include heights and colors, in addition to the […]