Landscaping Terminology

verb to expose to the action of air or to cause air to circulate through

• It is important to aerate the soil in order to improve its drainage and oxygen levels.
• I heard that aerating your lawn can really help it stay healthy and green.
• Yo, don't forget to aerate the compost pile before adding more scraps.
• Sometimes we need to aerate our thoughts by taking a step back and gaining some perspective.

noun a stretch of open, grassy land, especially one closely mowed, as one around a residence or in a park

• The gardener meticulously manicured the lawn to ensure it was perfectly trimmed.
• I love having picnics on the lush green lawn in my backyard.
• Let's chill on the lawn and soak up some sun.
• The lawn of knowledge needs to be constantly watered with new information to thrive.

adjective describing something that is soft and wet, like a marsh

• The marshy terrain was difficult to navigate through.
• I sunk into the marshy ground while trying to take a shortcut.
• Let's avoid that marshy area, it's a real pain to walk through.
• Her mind felt like a marshy swamp, filled with confusing thoughts.

noun a young tree, especially one with a slender trunk

• The forestry department planted several saplings in the park to promote greenery.
• I saw a cute little sapling growing in our backyard.
• Hey, check out that tiny sapling over there!
• The new business is just a sapling right now, but with proper care, it could grow into a successful company.

noun a view or picture of a scene

verb to escape or avoid something

• The cityscape of New York is truly breathtaking.
• I love the seascape at the beach, it's so peaceful.
• Let's go check out the skatepark later.
• She painted a beautiful dreamscape on the canvas.

noun a collection of shrubs or small bushes, especially when growing in a designed area such as a garden or park

• The landscaper carefully pruned the shrubbery to maintain its shape and health.
• I love how the shrubbery in our garden adds a touch of greenery to the space.
• Let's hang out by the shrubbery and have a picnic.
• The secrecy surrounding the deal was as thick as the shrubbery in the garden.

noun a section of grass-covered soil held together by matted roots, typically cut from a larger area for transplanting

verb to cover or provide with sod

• The sod was carefully laid down to create a pristine lawn.
• I can't believe how expensive it is to buy sod for the backyard.
• Let's go hang out on the sod by the park.
• He felt like a sod, stuck in a job he hated.

noun the action or practice of supplying water to land or crops to help growth

verb the act of giving water to plants or land

• The act of watering the plants should be done early in the morning.
• I'll be watering the garden later today.
• I'm gonna go do some watering in the backyard.
• Her words were like watering a dry soul, bringing life and nourishment.

noun An area of enclosed ground adjoining a building or house.

• The yard of the mansion was meticulously maintained with lush green grass and vibrant flowers.
• Let's have a barbecue in the yard this weekend!
• I'll meet you in the yard for a quick chat.
• She had to work hard to make sure her yard was in order before inviting guests over.

noun a person who works in a yard, such as a railroad yard or a lumber yard

• The yardman meticulously tended to the gardens and lawns of the estate.
• The yardman is always out there working hard in the yard.
• My buddy is the best yardman in town, he can make any yard look amazing.
• She was the yardman of the group, always taking care of everyone's needs and making sure everything was in order.

noun a method of supplying plants with fertilizers through irrigation water

• Fertigation is a method of applying fertilizers through irrigation systems in precise amounts.
• I learned about fertigation from my neighbor who uses it in his garden.
• Some farmers swear by fertigation for maximum crop yield.
• In business, fertigation can be compared to strategically injecting growth opportunities into a company's operations.

noun a type of tree that produces bright red or pink flowers resembling coral

• The coral tree in the botanical garden is a sight to behold with its vibrant red flowers.
• Hey, have you seen the coral tree blooming in the park? It's so pretty!
• That coral tree is lit, man. The flowers are popping!
• The coral tree stood tall and strong, a symbol of resilience in the face of adversity.

noun aaron's-beard - a type of plant or flower, also known as St. John's Wort

• The garden was filled with beautiful flowers, including aaron's-beard.
• I can't believe how big aaron's-beard has grown in the backyard!
• Check out the aaron's-beard in the park, it's so cool!
• The moss hanging from the tree branches looked like aaron's-beard in the misty forest.