It took long enough, but the spring weather is finally here! The warm weather always makes me anxious to get outside and spruce up my yard. Landscaping is a great way to get exercise, add curb appeal, and increase the value of your home.. talk about a productive activity! Below are some tips to consider before getting your hands down in the dirt:
- You want to redo your landscaping but aren’t sure on a budget, well consider this… About 10% of a homes value should be in its landscaping. So let’s say you have a $200,000 house, about $20,000 of that value should be in the plants, walkways, trees, etc. That $20,000 isn’t just product, also consider labor expenses.
- Okay I have the budget, but how big should I go? When designing the front of home, your landscape design should extend half the distance of the height of your home. For example, let’s say you have a 30 foot Colonial, your landscaping should extend 15 feet from the foundation into the front yard. A landscaped yard following these specs will add curb appeal and provide for a grand look.
- Curves and winding paths are in.. straight lines and rigid corners are out! I come from a family of engineers and they find this concept hard to grasp. Having all your little shrubs in a row like soldiers does very little to add curb appeal. In fact it’s more barricading than inviting. Create a more natural surrounding with bunches of flowers and a winding walkway. Kidney shaped flower beds and soft curves create a more park-like setting. Experiment with pavers and add curves for a softer more welcoming feel.
If you’re feeling a little overwhelmed or would like a professional I do have resources who can provide landscape designs and estimates. Happy landscaping!
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