A garden redesign can be great fun when you have a blank canvas onto which you can project your creativity. Even if you have just a small space, it’s redesign can be exciting and successful if you follow a few simple rules.

If you are having a hard time figuring out what you want from your garden redesign these tips and rules will help you. Your outdoor space, no matter the size, is a place of leisure, pleasure and peace… so enjoy.

Mark Out Your Garden Redesign Plan

The first thing to do is mark out the area you want to redesign. Don’t be afraid to experiment with flowing curves, fun shapes or anything else that sparks creativity.

Remember, the bigger your desired flower bed the more compost, seeds and plants you’ll need. So don’t make it too big otherwise you may have a hard time filling it.

If you are not able to visualise the final shape, use a garden hose or white spray paint to outline the features you want.

Then use sand or even flour to mark the edges. This is a fantastic way to step back and see for yourself how your garden design will look.

Before you start digging, it’s a good idea for you to contact your local utility company because they can tell you where any pipelines are.

Getting Rid of Unwanted Grass

Start by mowing the grass so that it is as short as possible. Then cover the grass with some compost, a tarp, newspaper or anything else that will block out the sunlight.

This will encourage the grass to die off and it will also make it much easier for you to dig up. This may take a month or two, but the end result is well worth it. This technique can save you hours of backbreaking work.

When the time does come for you to start digging, make sure that you remove any rocks, debris, roots and anything else that may get in the way.

If you notice that your soil quality is poor, now is the chance for you to incorporate some quality organic matter.

Edging Is Part of Every Garden Redesign

The last thing you need is for your lawn to merge with your newly dug-out flower bed. To stop this from happening, you need to create an edge.

An edge is usually around 8 inches deep and a few inches wide. This will stop any nasty bugs and invaders from finding their way into your flower garden and it will also make it look way neater.

If you don’t want to dig an edge then consider another form of barrier instead, such as wood or even brick. To give your plants the best chance of growing, or if you plan on entering competitions with what you grow, then it may be worth looking into an aquaponics system.

Planning Your Garden Redesign

Before you plant your flowers or vegetables, you need to make sure that they are going to look good next to each other.

This process is called siting, and it gives you the chance to make sure that everything is nicely spaced out before you plant them into the ground.

This is a very important process, as it will have the biggest impact on the overall appeal of your garden.

Consider Your Entertaining

If entertaining is part of your garden redesign plan, ensure you have enough space set aside for outdoor furniture, a BBQ, and any other activities.

Having a garden with flowers and to grow your own herbs and veges is great. However you will also want to create a place for your senses to sit, relax and enjoy.