Budget-Friendly Solutions To Cover Backyard Dirt Eyesores

If there are patches of dirt scattered around your backyard, growing new grass to repair these bare spots may seem like the only option that's available to keep it looking its best. However, sowing new grass seeds can take a lot of effort and it will be a while before the entire backyard starts to look uniform again. You'll also need to take good care of the grass by watering and mowing it regularly. 

Fortunately, there are other budget-friendly solutions you can use to cover up patches of dirt and make your backyard look amazing again. Covering up backyard dirt can be done by adding a ground covering, such as mulch or gravel, or by installing a new outdoor feature on top of it. There are quite a few things you can do without breaking the bank and that require less maintenance than new grass, so carefully consider your options to find a solution that will make your backyard look and feel its very best.

To cover backyard dirt on the cheap, you may want to consider simply adding a ground covering besides grass. Simply spreading mulch or gravel on top of dirt is a great option — these coverings won't require much care or attention. Similarly, you can also add artificial grass to these spots. Artificial grass or turf will look similar to grass but won't require nearly as much time and attention to maintain. Aside from growing grass in the dirt spot, you can also grow other ground coverings. Adding grass alternatives such as Corsican mint, clover, moss, or other popular ground cover plants can be a great solution — these ground covers can help your backyard feel alive, while at the same time, being easier to take care of.

If you want to go a step further when covering dirt eyesores in your backyard, consider starting a new project or making use of some interesting backyard landscaping ideas. You may want to consider covering a dirt spot with an amazing backyard feature. Although a backyard project will likely be more costly than adding mulch or another ground cover, installing a beautiful pond, a wooden deck, raised garden bed, or stone path can be well worth it — especially if you'd love to have one of these backyard features anyway.