Transform Your Landscape

by | Feb 15, 2022 | Landscape Services

Did you know that aside from location, curb appeal is one of the greatest contributors to your home’s value? In fact, a study carried out by the Virginia Cooperative Extension of Virginia State University stated the perceived value of a home with and without landscaping varied from 5% to 12% attractiveness.

Whether you have a big yard with room to grow or a small yard, there are numerous ways to transform it. Start the process by creating a plan to help spruce up your landscaping, find resources to help you with the process if needed, and set a budget to help you plan financially. Below are a few tips to help you transform your landscape this spring.

Spruce it up

Basic lawn care maintenance such as mowing the lawn, weeding and pruning the bushes can make all the difference in your home’s curb appeal. If you plan on turning your home into a showpiece by planting flowers, it’s important to determine what zone you reside in. To help you locate your zone, use the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map. A plant hardiness map is beneficial to help determine which plants will most likely thrive in different environments.

Once you have an idea of what flowers are best suited for your zone, it’s time to consider a bigger landscaping project, such as an irrigation system. Water irrigation systems are an artificial application of water to the soil through various systems of tubes, pumps, and sprays. Irrigation management is beneficial to the environment because it ensures the soil is always at the perfect moisture level, especially if you live in an area where rainfall is irregular or drought is expected. Although irrigation management services can be pricey, they are highly recommended to help meet your landscape’s expectations.

Hire a professional

If you’re a beginner or just don’t have the time to take care of your lawn, don’t stress. The good news is, there are various resources to help you. First, try finding a landscaping professional near you who offers the services needed to help with your landscaping plans. Hiring a company to help is beneficial, especially if you are not familiar with how to care for your lawn. Along with getting help from a professional, try finding inspirational landscaping ideas to transform your yard. For example, adding in a stone path throughout the landscape or a new fence are great ideas you may want to incorporate into your landscaping plans.

Set a budget

There are many ways to finance your landscape dreams, whether you think you have room in the budget or not. If you want to go all-in on a larger, more costly landscaping project right away, consider looking into a home equity loan when researching funding options. A home equity loan is tax-deductible when using the money on a home improvement project, and you can get the cash in one lump sum. Because you get the money all at once, this will allow you to get started on the project right away.

If you’re not ready to use the benefits of a home equity loan, consider factoring in the costs of the landscaping tools needed to help with the project. Even if you decide to hire a professional, it’s always smart to have a lawnmower handy along with other gardening tools, just in case. Try finding discounts on tools during the off-season, so you can save a bit of money.

Remember—nothing is permanent when it comes to your landscape, so feel free to try planting different types of flowers, bushes and any other appealing foliage you like. By having a budget and options to help improve your home’s curb appeal, the opportunities are endless for your landscaping plans.

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