Your home entrances should be designed to provide easy access through your yard and landscaping. First impressions count for a lot, so aesthetic appeal surrounding your landscaping and entryways is important. It’s easiest to start with the highest traffic access area which is usually how you’ll reach your home from your parking area. Next, assess the paths and walkways to and from all access areas of your home. The plants that surround these spots should guide a visitors eye towards your entryways or exits. If you have a side entrance that you use as often or more than your front door, consider those areas as well. Shrubs, colorful bloom, walkways, border and foundation beds, and lighting may be used.
If planting for height, build up towards your house. Start lower and gradually increase the height of your plants as they get closer to the house so as to direct attention to the entrance. Pay close attention here because garden beds bordering a sidewalk or pathway can draw attention away from your entrance. The best I can explain it is that the beginning of your walkway is a starting point leading your entry as an opening leading you towards the door.
