Planning for an Outdoor Wedding

According to the American Society of Landscape Architects, homeowners should invest up to 10% of their home's value in landscaping. A well-landscaped property can boost the resale value of your home. Here are some ways landscaping can make your home more marketable.

1. Develop a Good Strategy

You shouldn't clutter your yard with plants. Many professionals would say that the ideal landscaping plan features well-thought-out foundation plants coupled with properly designed points of interest. Therefore, you shouldn't merely have a perfect lawn with no landscaping.

You should try and promote diversity. For example, you can have a mixture of perennials and shrubs. This projects a uniform look with diversity. Many homebuyers are looking for a landscape that manages to attain diversity while still keeping the scenery interesting. Don't forget to label each plant so prospective buyers can research the growing needs of individual plants.

2. Improve Your Outdoor Living Space

Another way to add value to your home is by increasing its useable space. The best approach is to determine what buyers are looking for. You might ask your landscaping expert to design a new outdoor space or capitalize on the existing design depending on your target market.

For example, if you're targeting buyers who like hosting parties and inviting guests, you should invest in an outdoor living space where people can relax and get entertained. Some ideas of outdoor living space designs include outdoor bars, outdoor kitchens, and fireplaces. 

Some buyers don't like to hear road noise. For this category of buyers, you should focus on a design that reduces noise. According to NALP, plants and lawns are capable of reducing noise levels by up to 30%. Water features are also good for reducing noises outside of your property and creating a more tranquil sound in your backyard. 

3. Fix Issues

A part of improving your landscape involves fixing issues that will affect the curb appeal of your home.  Prune and remove unsightly plants. When you remove a plant, replace it with another one or use a decorative pot in its stead. This is also an ideal time to pick the plants you want to take to your new home.

Get rid of algae and clean the filters so that the water is clean. If there are issues with your irrigation system, fix them before prospective buyers tour your house. Water features that don't work properly will make your home less appealing to buyers. 

There are many ways you can improve the resale value of your home. These include interior design, reroofing, and other renovations. However, landscaping is one of the best ways to increase the value of your home. Your home's landscape is the first thing prospective buyers will see when they visit your property. Learn more by contacting landscaping services.