A pool is a great thing to have in your home and often the center of your backyard’s outdoor living space, but it doesn’t stand alone. During pool design, during the build, and after pool construction, it’s important to think about the landscaping needed around a pool. This isn’t just about returning the rest of your backyard to good order; it’s about enhancing the new pool space with everything from hardscape paths to outdoor kitchens and more.

Complimentary Landscaping Features for Pools

As a landscaper who often works with pool construction companies to restore and enhance backyards after a pool has been installed, you have some great options available. Here’s an example of the most popular:

• Backyard Paths: Getting to and from the pool should be comfortable. We can also work with your pool contractor for a better poolside hardscape to match.
• Sitting Areas & Decks: When you’re not in the pool, enjoy the space around it with sitting areas and decks using pavers and natural stone.
• Pergolas & Fire Pits: You can further enhance the poolside area with places to lounge in the sun or in the evening, including pergolas and fire pits.
• Outdoor Kitchens: If your pool is for summer parties, complete the outdoor space with an outdoor kitchen. Here are five great reasons to have one.

Want more ideas? Check out our article, Transform Your Backyard with Hardscaping.

When to Contact for Pool Landscaping

Another important thing to think about is when to contact a landscaper when you’re thinking about getting a pool installed. We recommend early in the planning process, when you’ve settled on a size and are working with a pool contractor on placement. Landscapers can offer advice on the best way to complement the yard and desired landscape features, as well as start planning where the pool will be placed.

Best Time to Start Pool Landscaping

Landscape construction is best done in parallel with the pool installation to minimize damage to the yard and disruptions to your home life. Beyond hardscaping, you’ll likely need plant and lawn care, including grading, lawn restoration or sod installation, and planting trees and shrubs. This is a great time to think about your options, including native plant installations that require less care and watering than other options.

Here at Dolan Landscaping, we’ve been working with pool construction companies for years to turn a pool into the new heart of your backyard with all the amenities you could need. Learn more about our landscaping construction services, including all of our hardscaping options and landscape design. Ready to learn more and get started? Contact us today!