There is a piece of land about 1 mile before you get to the front lawn of the house. Our drive goes back 1 1/2 mile before it dies into the garage. Dad thinks we should cut down some of the small trees on each side of the driive way which would created about 1/3 acre of land that is wide open. So I was wondering what type of landscape would look good in that area some thing that say home and nice. But not too plan out.
2007-08-01 03:53:40 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Garden & Landscape
If the trees are native and growing naturally and you want something new, after removal, try some Bradford Pears! Bradfords along the driveway are gorgeous in the springtime full of brilliant white flowers. They also grow at a rate of 3 feet a year. In my area, they range from around 20 the 30 feet high at maturity.... Good Luck :)
2007-08-01 04:42:13 · answer #1 · answered by cajunpalomino 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's for safety! Having a wooded driveway could trap you in case of a forest fire. Same thing around the house, you need a fire break at least 40 feet around the house.
Personally I like "park" plans where the forest is broken into smaller units with open "parks" inbetween. These can be planted into native grasses and wildflowers.
2007-08-01 04:02:39 · answer #2 · answered by fluffernut 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋