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Patio Pergola and Other
Landscaping Design Options
A patio pergola adds shade, without blocking the breezes. It does not function as a traditional roof. It won’t keep out rain or snow. But pergolas do help keep decks and patios cooler.You can plant climbing vines around the outer poles and as time goes by, the top of your pergola will be alive. In some parts of the world, grapevines have been trained to grow on top of them. As the grapes ripen, the clusters hang from the slats.
Wouldn't you just love to reach out and plop a rich, juicy, organic grape in your mouth in the hot summer months?
Patio Pergola Designs
There are a number of different pergola designs to choose from. The most popular for modern homes consists of wooden slats, spaced evenly apart and attached to tall deck poles. It can easily become a part of the deck. On patios, it will be necessary to install poles to support the slats. But it really isn't that much bother compared to what folks had to do in olden days. Ancient pergolas were constructed of heavy stones, and they were much more expensive than the versions we have today.
Patio Pergola Material Options
It is important to choose a weather resistant wood for your pergola. If you want an alternative to standard decking material, you could use Western Red Cedar or Coast Redwood. Usually, the boards are stained white or gray.
Backyard Patio Landscaping Design:
Trellis, Patio and Deck
Another of the options for backyard patio landscaping design is the trellis. Some designs will provide shade, privacy and beauty as you train plants to grow up them. They also help to block street noise.Bamboo trellises are becoming increasingly popular. The material is more environmentally friendly than wood from trees, because the plants reproduce quickly and are ready to harvest in about 10 years. Sweet peas, beans, morning glories, clematis and roses are popular choice for trellises. You might also choose blueberries, raspberries or kiwi. Think how nice it would be to walk out in the morning and pick your breakfast!
Patios and decks are perfect for entertaining. In order to attract your friends and family to this gathering spot, you will want to provide shade and beauty. Lighting and music will help attract your guests to the area, too.If your backyard patio landscaping design includes a pergola, you can attach outdoor string lighting to the top and create a party atmosphere. String lights are available in a variety of colors. In addition to the standard electric, solar powered strings are available. For music, you can choose wireless outdoor speakers for your patio. Some are shaped like stones. Your guest won’t be able to tell where the music is coming from. A patio pergola is just one way to add pizazz to your outdoor space. Your backyard possibilities are as vast as your imagination!
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