Father’s Day is the perfect time to gather the family together and build dad’s dream backyard. So, what can you do to make the day special for the dad in your life?
Why not build the outdoor space that your dad has always dreamed of? You can gather everyone and transform the weekend into a fun project that both celebrates your family’s patriarch while giving him something that he can enjoy for years to come.
Here at Kurtz Bros., Inc, we have everything you need to bring your dad’s dream backyard to life. Read below to see what you’ll need to do to pull this project off.
1. Dad’s Dream Backyard
Before you get started on this project, make sure everyone is on board and ready to go. You can leave Dad out of the loop since you’re planning this as a surprise for him—but make sure to rally the kids, your extended family, or even your friends if you think you’ll need the extra manpower.
Speaking of manpower, be sure to think about ways you can get even the youngest kids in on the action. This will be a beautiful, meaningful weekend to make lots of great memories—and the little ones can always be a part of it by helping with the small tasks, like painting planters, moving mulch, or watering new plants. You can even devote a part of the weekend to making things like cement stepping stones so that the kids can each create a personalized stone in honor of their dad.
2. Design the Space Around Dad’s Favorites
For the next part of the project, you’ll need to design your backyard around Dad’s favorite activities. The ideas below will get you started.
Grill Zone:
For the dad who loves cookouts, a grill zone is essential. To complete this project, you’ll need to do the following:
- Clear a spot large enough to host cookouts.
- Use patio pavers or decorative gravel to create a space for the grill.
- Space and budget permitting, you can create a larger patio area to encompass outdoor seating.
- Speaking of seating, you’ll need tables and chairs to seat everyone comfortably.
- Consider adding a space for a prep table so that Dad has room to prep and serve food.
Patio or Relaxation Area:
Some dads just need a comfortable space to unwind. If this sounds like your dad, then follow these steps:
- Create a comfortable, level seating area using patio pavers or flagstone.
- Add shade with a pergola or a large umbrella.
- Choose a comfortable chair—like an Adirondack chair or a lounge chair—for him to kick back and relax.
- Be sure to pair the chair with a matching end table so that he has a convenient spot to set drinks or whatever else he’d like to enjoy while relaxing outside.
Lush Landscaping:
For some fathers, it’s all about the landscaping. If your dad is the type to keep perfectly manicured grass and beautiful garden beds, then here’s what your Father’s Day project will look like:
- Spread fresh mulch around trees and flowerbeds for a finished, tidy look.
- Use topsoil to level low spots in the lawn or to refresh garden beds.
- If he’s been wanting to plant new trees or create a new garden bed, now is the time to do it.
- You can also take him on a Saturday shopping spree at the local garden center to pick out new plants for the landscape, then spend Sunday helping him plant them.
Kid-Friendly Touches:
Whether you decide to build a grill zone, a spot to relax, or a landscape upgrade, most dads will appreciate small touches that will allow them to spend more time with the kids. Consider trying the following, either in addition to one of the above projects, or as a standalone Father’s Day gift:
- Build a raised garden bed that the kids can help maintain. Consider planting veggies for budding young farmers or pollinator-friendly plants to attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
- Add a bird feeder so that Dad and the kids can have hours of fun watching and identifying local birds.
- Install a small fountain, bird bath, or water feature to attract birds, amphibians, or other types of wildlife.
- Create a stone stepping path where the kids can play. It can lead to a sandbox or serve as the perfect place to skip.
- Build a small fire pit for s’mores nights or roasting hotdogs.
3. Don’t Forget the Finishing Touches
No matter what project you take on for Father’s Day, you’ll need to add some finishing touches to give it a finished look.
- Add decorative edging to garden beds.
- Invest in decorative stones to add texture to landscaping.
- Spruce up the project with new planters to add plenty of color to the space.
These are all easy ideas that can have a big visual impact.
Remember, too, that this project isn’t just for Father’s Day. It’s something Dad can enjoy throughout the year, which is why it’s smart to invest in the future health of your landscaping. If you’re refreshing existing landscaping or building new beds, try a rich topsoil blend to promote strong root development and healthy growth.
Compost is another great addition. You can mix it with soil, perlite, and other amendments to make potting soil for new planters, mix it into soil when you’re planting new plants, or use it to top-dress garden soil or soil around trees and shrubs. However, you use it, as the organic material breaks down, it’ll provide excellent nutrition to support healthy, robust plants.
4. Stock Up with a Stop at Kurtz Bros.
Ready to get started on Dad’s dream backyard? Check in with Kurtz Bros., Inc. first. We have the mulch, topsoil, pavers, limestone, sand, stone, compost, and other backyard essentials that you’ll need to make your vision a reality.
We can also help you figure out exactly what you’ll need to make your project happen. Give us the details, and we can make product recommendations and calculate the quantities you’ll need.
And if you’re unsure exactly what Dad may want for his dream backyard, we offer gift cards, too. Pick one up as a Father’s Day gift, and let Dad decide what will work best to create an amazing outdoor space.
Kurtz., Bros, Inc. Can Help You Make This Father’s Day Special
For this Father’s Day, maybe it’s time to trade the neckties, golf clubs, tools, or other accessories for a different kind of gift. Get the family together for a weekend of teamwork and transformation that results in a lasting gift that will keep giving to your dad all throughout the year. Whatever your Father’s Day landscaping needs, Kurtz Bros., Inc. is here to help you make it happen.
