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Garden makeover: Before and after
By Frances Schultz of House Beautiful
As part of a home renovation, this yard in East Hampton, N.Y., got a landscaped garden and pool.
Before: Garden
Here, not a flower was in sight.
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After: Wild flowers
Think about putting in an irrigation system, especially if you travel. Nothing is sadder than coming home to wilted flower beds and slumped-over tomato plants. Be sure to ask for references, because repairs are part of an irrigation system's life.
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Garden makeover: Before and after
Before: Lawn
The lawn was lacking in landscaping.
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Garden makeover: Before and after
After: Manicured lawn
Start with a plan for the entire landscape, even if you won't implement it all at once. It will be your guide for setting priorities for planting and budgeting.
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Before: Outdoor space
The backyard was bare and colorless.
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Garden makeover: Before and after
After: Fountains
If you're putting in a pool, consider a saltwater chlorination system. It can be more expensive to install but cheaper to maintain. And the water feels great — no chemical smell, stinging eyes or green hair.
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