Creating a great outdoor space you can use year-round

Creating an outdoor space in New Zealand that can be enjoyed year-round requires careful planning and consideration of the country’s diverse climate. With its temperate climate and varying weather patterns, New Zealand offers opportunities to design outdoor areas that can be used in every season.

Incorporating covered areas into your outdoor space is essential for sheltering from both sun and rain. This could include building a pergola or constructing a covered patio. These structures provide shade during the hot summer months and protection from rain or wind during the cooler seasons. New Zealand’s winters can be chilly, but outdoor heating solutions can extend the usability of your outdoor space throughout the year. Options such as gas heaters, fire pits, or even outdoor fireplaces not only provide warmth but also create a cozy ambiance for outdoor gatherings on cooler evenings.

Incorporating native plants and greenery into your outdoor space not only adds beauty but also helps create a connection with the surrounding natural environment. Choose plants that are well-suited to New Zealand’s climate ensuring year-round visual appeal. When landscaping your outdoor space it’s also important to consider the location of any trees or shrubs you are planting, not just regarding what looks pleasing, but also how they may affect structures like garages or sheds, the view, and the light your garden gets as they grow.

If your garden has already been landscaped, then now is a great time to speak to the experts about maintaining the health of your trees. Even healthy-looking trees need to be checked and maintained regularly. Careful pruning will help keep your trees healthy, reduce their size and make them easier to care for.

By incorporating these elements and carefully considering your landscaping and maintenance, you can create a versatile and inviting area that can be enjoyed by family and friends throughout the year, regardless of the weather. From sunny summer barbecues to cozy winter gatherings around a fire pit, your outdoor space can become a cherished extension of your home in every season.

Beaver Tree Service specialise in tree care and maintenance and can advise you on the best course of action with any of the trees in your garden. We would love to help you create and maintain an outdoor space you can enjoy all year round.