5 Landscaping Tips to Improve Your Home’s Value
Low-Maintenance Landscaping
No question that shrubs and colorful plants will add curb appeal to any home, but when shopping at your local garden center, make sure that you "think green." Purchase plants that are native to your region or plants that are drought-tolerant; these require less water and maintenance, which means more savings to you and more green in your wallet.
Add New Mulch
Mulching can help create healthy lawns but also has an aesthetic value. Choose colored mulch that complements the exterior colors of your home in the brick, stone, stucco and siding. Brownish/red pine mulch goes well with brick houses, using dark mulch can contrast with flowers, improving your landscape design. Mulch also can be used to enhance your landscape theme and setting.
Edge Your Lawn
Few things look nicer than a healthy, vibrant, carefully maintained lawn — except for a lawn that is all of those things and neatly edged. The confined look of an edged lawn gives it an easy-to-maintain look. In other words, no weed whipping or weeding required. Edging along driveways, sidewalks and garden beds also shows prospective buyers how meticulous you have been concerning the property’s upkeep. They’ll know that if you’re willing to keep the edges of your yard looking nice, the rest of the property is likely in pristine condition, too.
Plant a Tree
If you aren't planning to sell your house today, plan for the future with a landscaping improvement that will mature over time. Plant shade trees — not only will mature trees make your home more desirable but a fully grown, properly placed tree can cut your cooling costs by as much as 40 percent. Mature landscaping is also good for the environment, providing a necessary habitat for wildlife while adding valuable curb appeal to your home.
Power wash the driveway/front entrance
Ok this one is not really a landscaping tip but it can go along with way with a first impression. Ensure the exterior of your home looks clean & fresh. If you are on a budget consider investing in a leaf blower to blow the dirt away. Not only will it produce great results it takes half the time as sweeping!