Landscape Ideas for a Corner Property

Borders

• Most homes are adjacent to only one street. Homes located on corner lots, on the other hand, often have two adjacent streets bordering the property. This may be problematic as the homeowner may feel that his sense of privacy is being threatened. To combat this issue, planting or installing a decorative border along the garden's edge creates a boundary between both sides of the border. This gives the homeowner a sense of privacy. Suggestions might include floral bushes or a picket fence.

Shape

• The shape of the corner lot impacts the style of landscaping because some corner lots are sharp and invasive while others are soft and curvaceous. If the lot shape is sharp, soften the edges with large trees or even a curve-shaped sitting bench. While large trees certainly help to soften the lot's sharp edge, you must be careful with the arrangement of the trees. The tallest tree should be in the background and serve as the focal point while the smaller trees are in front.

Environment

• Before you begin to landscape the corner lot, take a look at the environment around you. Notice how much shade the property gets and where it is located. Be mindful of the heat intensity from the sun and the condition of the soil as well as any surrounding foliage. Be sure, when you landscape, that you are using material specifically designed to thrive in those environments. For instance, if you'd like to grow a flowerbed, consider placing it away from large trees so that they will not be in competition for sunlight or nutritious food. For corner lots, larger plants work well along the border while more delicate types should be in closer proximity to the house.

Design Compatibility

• When landscaping the corner lot, it is imperative that the garden's design complements the home's design and that neither is overshadowed by the other. For instance, if you are craving privacy and decide to plant large trees around the entire edge of the lot, this may be an eye sore to neighbors and hide the beauty of your home to passersby. Flowers work well to frame the home, and they also bring out its best features.