Landscaping refers to the art and science of designing, creating, and maintaining outdoor spaces, such as:

1. Gardens
2. Parks
3. Yards
4. Courtyards
5. Green roofs
6. Public spaces

Landscaping involves:

1. Plant selection and installation
2. Soil preparation and amendment
3. Irrigation system design and installation
4. Hardscaping (patios, walkways, retaining walls)
5. Softscaping (lawns, gardens, planters)
6. Water feature installation (ponds, fountains, pools)
7. Outdoor lighting design and installation
8. Furniture and decorative element selection

Types of landscaping:

1. Residential landscaping
2. Commercial landscaping
3. Public landscaping
4. Sustainable landscaping
5. Xeriscaping (water-efficient landscaping)
6. Hardscaping
7. Softscaping
8. Landscape architecture

Landscaping benefits:

1. Aesthetic appeal
2. Increased property value
3. Improved air quality
4. Noise reduction
5. Thermal comfort
6. Stormwater management
7. Wildlife habitat creation
8. Mental health benefits

Landscaping design principles

1. Balance and harmony
2. Proportion and scale
3. Unity and coherence
4. Contrast and variety
5. Color and texture
6. Form and function
7. Sustainability
8. Maintenance considerations

Landscaping materials:

1. Plants (trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals)
2. Hardscaping materials (stone, brick, concrete)
3. Softscaping materials (mulch, soil, sod)
4. Water features (fountains, ponds, pools)
5. Outdoor furniture and decor
6. Lighting fixtures
7. Irrigation systems
8. Drainage materials

Professional landscaping services:

1. Landscape design and planning
2. Plant installation and maintenance
3. Hardscaping construction
4. Softscaping installation
5. Irrigation system installation and repair
6. Outdoor lighting installation
7. Lawn care and maintenance
8. Garden maintenance and pruning.