4 Top Garden Trends | U.S. Lawns - Murfreesboro

Over here at U.S. Lawns - Murfreesboro, we enjoy chatting about all things related to landscapes, lawns and gardens. This is a good time to think about some of the hottest trends which you might want to bring into your own gardens as we press further into fall and winter. Take a look at these four top ideas:

Natural Hardscape Materials
You’ve likely noticed the way minimalism has dominated today’s garden designs with the enormous popularity of clean and modern lines. But in more recent years, landscapers and property owners have begun to adopt a more natural or DIY aesthetic for their gardens and landscapes. Think more stone, rocks and wood or natural fibers, with less plastic and metal accessories.

Locally Sourced Plants
As with the growing green movement, many industries today are becoming “hyper local.” Locally sourced ingredients are becoming a mainstream expectation by both consumers and clients in every type of business. In gardening, going local means selecting and planting more native or endemic plants. A native plant is one that grows locally in an area. Endemic plants are those which exist only in one geographic region or ecosystem. Learn more about the benefits of planting native plants. The local trend is so big lately, that even hardscaping materials such as rocks and trees might be sourced locally as well. Sourcing materials locally also helps reduce carbon emissions.

Lawn-Like Alternatives
Sometimes, a traditional lawn isn’t desired in a garden. A good number of property owners are now choosing the benefits of “faux lawn” turfgrass blends. Those who choose grass alternatives typically do so due to drought and water shortages, concerns about the environmental effect of fertilizing, and pest-control treatments. That said, there is some controversy over the environmental impact of faux grass, yet, the natural look is helping this trend gain more ground.

Natural Dye Gardens
The proliferation of DIY outdoor projects like edible gardens, chicken coops, and beehives–common even in urban spaces–show the popularity of the backyard homesteading trend. The next big thing is now natural dye gardens–growing plants which are used to make dyes for textiles, yarn, and clothing. A natural dye garden typically includes vegetables, fruit trees, and pollinator-attracting flowers. Think about plants such as cosmos, Japanese indigo, marigold, blue cornflower, and purple basil. Learn more about the benefits of natural dye gardens here!

Have you thought about making any updates for your commercial outdoor spaces? You might want to consider some of these trends. U.S. Lawns - Murfreesboro is knowledgeable of today’s hottest landscaping ideas and we can help you make a variety of improvements or take over maintenance so you can focus on running your business. Visit our website today to learn more!