Summer is the perfect time to transform your outdoor space into an extension of your home. Imagine spending your weekends enjoying a lekker braai, having picnics with the kids on a lush lawn, or sipping your morning coffee while admiring your low-maintenance outdoor space.
One of the reasons homeowners love artificial grass is because of its low-maintenance appeal and ability to transform any outdoor space into a lush paradise. However, it’s the versatility of synthetic turf that really bowls them over. Not only is it able to transform any space – no matter the size or shape – but it works well with other decorative elements. If you’re looking to add wooden paths or a few flower beds to add a pop of colour to your garden, artificial grass can provide the perfect backdrop.
If you’re itching to test out artificial turf’s versatility by transforming your space this summer with a few simple upgrades, here are our favourite suggestions:
Upgrade with Garden Lighting
This is one of the simplest ways to change the feel of your outdoor space once the sun goes down. Simple solar lights or string lights across your favourite section of the garden can be a great way to combine aesthetics and functionality. Opt for warmer tones to create a warm and inviting atmosphere that also makes your outdoor space more usable, especially for those late-night braai sessions.
When planning your garden lighting, think about ambience and functionality. Pathway lighting can guide guests, while string lights across your patio can make the space more usable after dark. Using different types of lighting at various heights can also add a unique flavour to your space.
Add a Simple Focal Point
Every garden benefits from having something that draws the eye. While your Easigrass artificial grass will always be the attention-grabber, sometimes it helps to add a little something extra. A small water feature, statement planter, decorative pot, sculpture or feature tree can instantly create a point of interest in your garden. This is a wonderful way to inject a bit of personality and texture into your garden. If you have a larger garden, you can even use a pergola as your focal point!
The trick is not to overdo it. Rather than filling every corner with decorative features, choose a particular spot in your garden that could use a little attention. For example, a few simple planters in the centre surrounded by a neat lawn can make more of an impact than an enormous water feature.
Low-maintenance Plants that Add Greenery
Artificial grass provides a beautiful base for your garden. Adding your favourite plants can take it a step further, bringing colour and visual interest. Succulents and Mediterranean aromatics, such as lavender, thyme and sage, can add subtle pops of colour and texture to your garden. Remember, low-maintenance doesn’t have to be boring. A few carefully selected plants can make an artificial lawn or patio feel more natural and inviting.
Add Wooden Pathways
The vibrant green of your artificial lawn combined with natural elements like wood or stone can help elevate your outdoor space, creating a beautiful contrast. Wooden stepping stones or stone slabs can break up the ocean of green you’ve created in your garden. Again, it’s a great way to add texture and helps you create an outdoor space that’s a bit more structure or contemporary.
Tips to Make Your Garden Easier to Maintain This Summer
The summer season should be a time to sit back and relax. The last thing you should be doing is endless yardwork. Here’s how to keep things low-maintenance:
Choose hardy, drought-tolerant plants: South Africa’s climate can be difficult to predict sometimes. Choose plants that are indigenous to your region or opt for hardy, drought-tolerant plants that still look good in your space.
Clean as you go: Regularly clearing fallen leaves, sweeping pathways and wiping down outdoor furniture prevents small tasks from becoming bigger jobs down the line.
Keep garden borders simple: Clearly defined borders and fewer high-maintenance plants can make your garden easier to keep tidy.
Reduce Lawn Maintenance: Artificial grass is a wonderful low-maintenance surface, but it does require some maintenance. Opt of the Easigrass artificial grass maintenance service to remove any need to lift a finger.
Get Your Garden Summer-Ready with Easigrass
Getting your garden ready for summer doesn’t mean completing a massive project. Sometimes all you need is a few extra plants, some good lighting and an award-winning artificial grass surface!
At Easigrass, we offer a range of artificial grass products to suit your garden’s needs and your budget. Whether you’re looking to transform your small balcony or your spacious garden, we offer a range of options to create a space that looks its best everyday.
Transform your outdoor space this summer. Get in touch with an Easigrass partner today!
