How to Landscape Around Entrance Light Posts
Entrance light posts greet visitors with a warm glow. They also add curb appeal to a home or neighborhood entrance. The light emitted adds security by discouraging potential burglars. Light posts serve many purposes within the landscape. Adding some accents to the base of the post increases the visual appeal. Landscaping can hide an ugly base to a light post or simply add a splash of color to the area. Does this Spark an idea?
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Measure the available space around the base of the light post. These outdoor lighting fixtures are often near sidewalks or driveways so you'll want to know how much ground space is available before devising your landscape plan.
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Note the style of the light post, home and other landscaping. You want the landscaping to fit the rest of the home so it doesn't stand out in a negative way. A cohesive look to the landscaping results in better curb appeal.
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Spray paint a line on the ground around the light post to mark the outer edges of the landscaping area. Dig out the grass inside the line for the plants and landscaping materials.
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Install the selected landscape border along the painted line. Brick, stone, steel and plastic landscape edging are the most popular options. Install the one that best fits into the landscaping.
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Choose the plants for the landscaped area around the light post. Consider the growing conditions and your preferred look for the area. Also consider the amount of sunlight the area receives. Choose plants that best fit the sunlight levels.
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Plant the selected greenery and flowers at the base of the light post. Leave enough space between the plants to allow for their growth. Water the plants to give them a good start.
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Apply mulch to the ground around the plants. The mulch helps hold in moisture and prevents soil erosion.
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Tips & Warnings
An alternative to plants around the light post is a rock garden. Start with a base of small rocks to cover the ground. Arrange larger rocks in the area to create the desired look. This is an easy maintenance option and works well in dry climates.
If you have more than one light post, create identical or complementary landscaping areas around the base for a balanced look.
