Great yards are a smart investment
You never get a second chance to make a good first impression. Think about that the next time you’re driving around looking at houses. Curb appeal is so important, whether you’re putting your house on the market or wanting a fresh look for your home.
A great yard definitely improves real estate value, and sprucing up your yard doesn’t have to cost a fortune.
A recent study states that houses with tidy gardens, freshly mowed lawns, well-stocked flower beds and one or more trees will sell quicker and for a better price than a comparable one without the green features. If you’re selling your home, you’ll find that everything will be coming up roses (or pansies, or begonias.) if you simply plant some flowers to brighten your yard.
Spring is a great time to plant. Gorgeous flowers in a multitude of colors are available at lawn and garden centers this time of year. Do a little research and choose flowers that will complement your home as well as thrive in your area.
A smart way to showcase your flowers and landscape beds is with a great border. Easy Gardener makes a wide variety of edging. One of their borders that will let any landscape bed shine is Emerald Edge. To install, just hammer it into the ground with a mallet. Emerald Edge comes in easy to handle four foot sections and costs less than $1.50 per foot in most stores.
“Another attractive edging option is Fiber Edge. It is one of the most durable on the market, yet it bends easily and conforms to almost any landscape design. Made of a strong UV- resistant fiberglass, this innovative edging comes in an attractive green color that won’t rust, rot, crack or fade.
“If you’re opting for something ornamental, try Garden Braid Border. The pound-in border’s braided detail beautifully frames any landscape bed. Don’t let its good looks fool you; this stylish border works hard, keeping creeping weeds out of flowerbeds while holding mulch in. Best of all, it is sturdy and maintenance-free.
“If you love the look of clay or stone tile but don’t want to spend a fortune, check out the Villa Garden Tiles. The tiles are easy to use; you just push them into place and compact soil around the bottom for support. The Villa Tiles come in two designs - Terra Cotta and Stone Tile.
“Tidy landscape beds framed by a good looking border make any yard more appealing. Head to your local nursery, pick up some plants and borders and get started today. A more valuable yard is only a flowerbed away.