- #1 - Cut your irrigation costs
- #2 - Freshen up what you have
- #3 - Plant plenty of trees
- #4 - Mix it up
- Bonus: One renovation to avoid
Even though winter has just past and the air is getting warmer, that does not mean that you can’t start planning your next landscaping project. If you’ve missed it, next summer will arrive faster than you think and you want to get the most out of those long lazy days.
Landscape experts have noted that keeping up with your grounds could add to a massive 28% of the resale value of your home when you decide to sell.
t totally makes sense that you need to boost the curb appeal as much as possible.
Have a look at these landscape renovation suggestions:
#1 – Cut your irrigation costs
If you want to sound very fancy, then cut to xeriscaping.
It might sound like a mouthful but all it means is that your garden won’t require any water.
With xeriscaping, drought-tolerant plants like cacti and other plants that require very little water, are planted around the yard.
This is an environmentally-friendly solution and will definitely help you save money on your water bill in the long run.
One-third of household water usage usually goes to landscaping – imagine how much that is costing your per month. Xeriscaping is a great way to attract buyers as it screams low maintenance.
#2 – Freshen up what you have
Before you run to the hardware store and start looking at the latest trends in landscaping, rather freshen up what you have at home.
The chances are that your yard just needs a little clean up in order for it to look amazing.
Prune the trees, trim the shrubs, and make sure you whack those weeds before they start spreading. Experts have noted that gluten pre-emergent herbicide works great for killing weeds before they form roots.
You can also grab a rake and fluff your mulch around a bit to give your yard an earthy look.
#3 – Plant plenty of trees
If you are lucky enough to have a lot of space you can afford to plant trees.
Trees are one of the few things that appreciate over time and you can buy cheap saplings at the nursery.
Planting trees is a great investment in the long term, but if you want to maximize the value of your home then consider planting bigger trees instead of smaller ones. The trees you plant will depend on the area and which plants thrive there.
Do your research and speak to your local nursery to find out more information.
#4 – Mix it up
Sure, pretty flowers are beautiful and they make your garden pop with colour, but unfortunately, they are annual, which means that they only live for one year.
So, unless you want to repeat the process and spend even more money on flowers, rather mix it up with perennials that survive for years.
You really don’t want to put a lot of effort into your garden every year and landscaping takes up a lot of time and money.
Be sure that you pick a variety of flowers that bloom at different times and showcase different textures and colours.
Bonus: One renovation to avoid
Everyone always wants a house with a swimming pool but no one wants to maintain it.
While it is a cool and refreshing addition to your house, it is a terrible investment to make. According to experts, only 39% of the upfront investment is returned after the sale.
If you really want to add a pool to your home, then do it because of your personal preference and not because you think it will add a lot of value to your home.
Landscaping does not have to be a stressful and expensive venture. With these few tips, your yard should be blooming in no time.
