A well designed outside space can, not only look pleasing to the eye but can also help to save you money on household costs. How so? One way to do this is with landscape shading.
How does landscape shading work? It works by planting trees and plants in strategic areas around the property so that they provide the house with maximum shade at the exact time of day and year that it is needed. When done correctly, landscape shading can reduce the temperature indoors by as much as 9 degrees! This in turn helps to lower the costs associated with cooling the home.
What is the key to successful landscape shading? You will need to know the precise location where each tree should be planted so that they provide shade during the hottest part of the day. This will take a lot of planning and research. You will also need to decide which trees and plants are best to use. If you only want the home to have shade during the summer months, then you will want to opt for deciduous trees, as they will lose their leaves in winter and allow the house to benefit from the warmth of the sun during the colder months.
Another thing to remember with landscape shading is that it may take some time for the trees to reach their full height, so don’t expect to enjoy the full benefits immediately. If you are looking for a quick fix, why not try vines? These can be grown up a trellis or fence, and will provide an ample amount of shade in a lot less time.