Are you unhappy with the way your home’s landscaping but not sure where to begin to change it? Do you want to enjoy the benefits of a more beautiful landscape even if you don’t have a ton of time and money to devote to it? Don’t worry. Whether you’re getting ready to sell your home or just want to improve it for your own enjoyment, there are many options available. Including a few that are easy and affordable. And there is plenty that you can do yourself. Read on for some ideas that are sure to increase your home’s curb appeal.
Install Synthetic Grass in Your Yard
Improving your lawn is a great way to upgrade your home’s landscape. But you don’t have to go through a strenuous weeding and replanting process, which can be as expensive as it is exhausting. As it turns out, there’s a better solution out there. More and more people are turning to artificial grass instead.
The benefits of artificial grass are numerous. It always looks perfect, unlike your old grass, with no grooming required. No more muddy piles or dry, brown, or empty patches. It’s also low maintenance. Worrying about lawn diseases, funguses, insects, and pests will become a thing of the past. You won’t have to work hours on end to weed, water, fertilize, mow, and perform regular upkeep. Not to mention, you’ll be able to avoid the financial cost of pesticides, fertilizer, and other treatments, which can also really add up over time.
Synthetic grass also saves a lot of water, which benefits both your bills and the environment. Instead of regularly watering your lawn, you just need a bit to rinse it off on occasion, such as if you have pets. Not using a mower will also be more environmentally conscious. And don’t worry, it’s also perfectly safe. Even safer, actually, because you won’t be using harsh chemicals like pesticides.
Artificial grass is also quite versatile for different areas of your landscape. It can be cut into different shapes and sizes to suit your different landscaping wants and needs. No matter where you use it, the polished look is excellent for improving curb appeal. It will continue to look green, fresh, and lush year-round, while also looking natural. It’s very durable and even weather-proof. Plus, it will last much longer, with the life expectancy typically ranging from 10 to 15 years.
Add a Pathway or Walkway
A path through your yard is a landscape upgrade that you can do yourself. You can use different materials, including stones, garden rocks, gravel, pieces of wood, slabs of concrete, and more.
You can also use artificial grass to surround the pathway to keep the look aesthetically pleasing. That way, you won’t have to worry about unsightly weeds, overgrowth, or dead grass tarnishing your beautiful new walkway.
Add a Garden
Next, a way to improve your landscape that may seem obvious—adding a garden or some flower beds. Not sure which plants or flowers to choose? Look into species that will benefit your yard in addition to looking beautiful. If you live in Oregon, look through the information available on the Oregon State University Extension site to learn more about growing conditions and plants that grow well.
Like the walkway, you can use stones, pieces of wood, or other materials to build a border around your flower beds. Another option is to use artificial grass, as it can be cut into different sizes and shapes for the perfect border.
Putting some flowers into planters will make a lovely display. You can buy them in different shapes and sizes and place them in a variety of locations around your yard. To continue being creative, you can reuse certain items to make your own planters. One popular do-it-yourself option is to reuse old tires as planters. You can even paint the tires to add some extra color to the yard. This type of reusing and recycling is also great for the environment. If you do decide to build a walkway or have one already, placing planters along it will look extra great.
Window boxes are another great way to add beauty to your landscape. And you can make these yourself too. Leftover or reclaimed wood is perfect for building your own. They’re usually pretty easy to maintain as well.
Add Mulch to Your Trees
In addition to improving the look of the trees, mulch is also great for their health. And it will also help you save money since mulch reduces the need for watering and weeding. But if mulch itself is too costly for you, don’t worry. There are more affordable options that still provide great results. These include shredded leaves, the grass clippings leftover from mowing, pine needles, compost, and even newspaper.
If you don’t have trees in your landscape, or think you could use more, planting trees is also a great way to improve the space. It’s pretty easy and inexpensive and will have a lot of benefits. For instance, shade trees can end up saving you money on your summer energy bill.
Install a Fire Pit
This is a great option if you’re interested in entertaining guests. After showing off your improved landscape, everyone can sit by a warm and inviting fire. And if you’re planning to sell your home, a fire pit is a great advantage for that as well. Believe it or not, this is something you can do on your own, without needing to hire a contractor. Consider adding some artificial grass to your new outdoor entertaining space for the perfect finishing touch.
Now that you have a few great ideas, are you ready to get started? If artificial grass is on your list of upgrades for your landscape, then turn to us at Sportech Construction. We have the best experience and expertise in Oregon. You can find more information on our website. This includes a gallery of our past landscape work. And you can get a free estimate on our website as well.
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