If you have a long walkway or the same thing leading up to your property, create some symmetry by planting colorful plants on both sides. On some paper, map out space ahead of time. Then you'll have a good notion of how many plants you'll need and how to put them together for the first time.
40. Hidden AC Unit
Even if they're on the side of your house, those big machines can be unattractive, so hide your massive but necessary air conditioner with some strategically placed "fence." It will be indistinguishable from the rest of your house., and your visitors will have no idea.
