Swimming Pool Landscaping

North-Central Texas averages 96 degrees in the Summer. With temperatures sticking like that for such a long chunk of the year, having a place to cool off is a luxury. Having one right in your own backyard is the American Dream, but rather than something distant and out-of-reach, with Love For Lawns, you can achieve your perfect poolside landscape by simply contacting us.

A pool is more than just a way to cool off, though. It encourages socialization, giving you a fun activity that draws people in. Whether you’re hosting your friends over for a pool party or inviting them over just to lounge out by the deck and catch a tan, pools are an easy way to transform the way you spend your free time.

However, putting in a pool isn’t as simple as digging a hole, lining it, and filling it up with water. The entire landscape around the pool helps to build the feel of your oasis. When you call Love For Lawns, we talk through your hopes for the area and your plans to use the space and come up with a one-of-a-kind design specific to your desires.

Perhaps you want a wide-open space where you have plenty of room to lounge in sun chairs and the kids to run around. The material you use for the deck around the pool should match that for functionality and aesthetics. For a situation like that, you might choose something more minimalist, but if you’re using the space mostly to host parties, you could go for a more extravagant look. A popular option is to create a decorative waterfall out of stones or bricks. Built-in shades on a patio by the pool can be great for creating a man-made piece of shade so you can enjoy the outdoors but still be protected from the sun.

The plants you put around the pool are important as well. Boxwood bushes make a great natural barrier that is beautiful to look at and provides a bit of privacy. Certain types of trees can give your pool a more tropical feel, but you should be careful to choose ones that are native and fit the environment you’re in. Professional landscapers like those at Love For Lawns can help with that. You might also consider a flower or herb garden in a built-in potting area surrounding the deck or vines that climb up around the area. It’s all about what you want to see while you’re enjoying your own space.

Another thing to consider is privacy. You might want to install a fence surrounding the space to keep eyes from peering toward the pool. That’ll also help keep noise levels in check so the roar of cars from a nearby road doesn’t overwhelm the backyard or your conversations don’t carry on the wind. Most cities in Texas, Austin included, have laws and regulations for fences, including how high they can be and what materials you can use, so it’s important to call an expert rather than trying to do things yourself.

Your pool should feel like an at-home resort. The experts at Love For Lawns can achieve that, and make sure everything is executed to perfection. We’re passionate about our craft and our customers. We aren’t satisfied unless our clients are so we dedicate ourselves to ensuring you get exactly what you want. At Love For Lawns, we operate with fair and affordable prices so that you can get the landscape you want and deserve. Contact us today.