This front yard with curb appeal and habitat for pollinators in Lincoln Del Webb is filling in nicely. Renovated in October of 2024, the homeowner just sent me these photos this week. We also show how it looked 6 months after it was built; the photo was taken for the Lincoln Del Webb Garden Tour in April 2025. The last photo shows what we started with beforehand. Notice how we moved the steps to be central to the yard, instead of next to the driveway. We deleted lawn and the only average plantings. And of course, the curved colored stamped concrete steps are the cornerstone to the yard. The purple pots add a flash of shine that attracts the eye.
Besides updating the hardscape, the front yard was designed to provide wildlife habitat for pollinators. The different shapes, colors, and forms of the flowers attract a wide variety of bees, hummingbirds, butterflies, beneficial insects, and birds. Abundance and quantity are important in providing food for these beneficial species. When planting, one must install at least 5 plants per species in order for the pollinator to find (see) them. Variety is also important. Different pollinators are attracted to different colors and flower forms; they all have their own niche. For more info, read our article on how to make your yard a wildlife habitat: Attract Pollinators to Your Yard.
Key Takeaways
- The renovated front yard in Lincoln Del Webb enhances curb appeal while providing a habitat for pollinators.
- The design includes central steps, curved colored stamped concrete, and purple pots to attract attention.
- To support pollinators, plant at least 5 of each species to ensure they can locate them easily.
- Variety in shape, color, and form of flowers attracts diverse pollinators like bees and butterflies.
- For additional insights, check the article on creating a wildlife habitat for attracting pollinators.
