Garden landscaping may have advantages and disadvantages depending on the homeowner and the type of garden landscaping intended. Others would want to have a garden that they could take care of as part of their hobby while others would want a low-maintenance garden to spare them the work and expenses. In deciding on a garden landscape design, there are some things to know and factors to consider before planning and choosing your design.

1. Build a strong perimeter. It is important to put edging on your garden to separate it from the lawn or other parts of the house. The perimeter should be strong to prevent your garden from eroding. It can be made of plastic, wood, stone, steel or cement.
2. Put in a simple water irrigation system. It doesn’t have to be expensive, just enough to supply the water needs of the plant is necessary to make your garden beautiful and low-maintenance.
3. Put in some mulch. Mulch can help in protecting the soil as well as giving life to your garden. It lets the colors stand out like the colors of the flowers and other garden decorations. Darker mulch will show more colors.
4. Put a good soil. Soil that is rich in nutrients penetrates the roots of the plants deeply making the plants strong and healthy. Healthy plants make the garden beautiful and eye-catching.
5. Group things in the garden. Things that are well-grouped are nice to look at and will make your garden look full at all times. Plants that belong to the same species should go together. Also, try planting flowers with different colors and flowers that bloom in different season.
6. Add color. Again, planting flowers that grow in different seasons help in giving your garden colors throughout the year. Add garden decorations such as paper windmills of different colors and garden lights that will not just add color but will also give plants life during nighttime.
7. Set-up drainage. Putting drainage will allow water to move preventing them to pile up in one area.  This is necessary during rainy season.
8. Give adequate sunlight. Plants need considerable amount of sunlight to grow.
9. Consider garden maintenance. Ask yourself how much time and effort are you willing to allot in your garden. You may opt to install pond, pool or vegetable habitation if you want.
10. Know your budget. Research first before planning and see what fits in your budget.

There are other things to consider about garden landscaping. Proper planning is needed before the actual planting to get the look that you are dreaming for.