Updating your yard can be a great creative outlet; it shows that you’re proud of your home. If you plan to sell your property, it’s also a good way to increase its value without a large investment. Increasing your curb appeal doesn’t have to take a lot of time or effort. Anyone can complete these simple steps for a low-maintenance renovation.

How To Choose the Right Plants

For a stress- free yard, choose plants that are easy to grow and that require little water. The plants that are most compatible with your soil depends on where you live. Perennials are an excellent option because they grow back every year, so you need to spend only one season planting them. Popular low-maintenance options include:

• Thyme
• Chamomile
• Daylilies
• Violets
• Yarrow
• Roses
• Lavender
• Rosemary

In addition, dwarf trees and shrubs are easier to plant and can look adorable if landscaped properly. Native plants can also robustly thrive better than non-native varieties. In fact, you might be surprised how the right plants can take care of themselves.

Gardening Techniques for the Novice

You don’t have to be an expert gardener to make your property look great. These tips can help you develop your green thumb:

• Choose Similar Plants: To make watering and fertilizing a breeze, choose plants that require a similar amount of each. That way, you won’t have to switch between different care needs
• Prevent Weeds: You’ll never have to get your hands dirty getting rid of weeds if they don’t grow in the first place. Use a spade to create a dirt edging or install a brick border.
• Don’t Forget the Mulch: Mixing nutrient-rich mulch with dirt prevents weeds and maintains soil moisture
• Use Less Space: If you have a big yard that you don’t know what to do with, change a few elements to make it more efficient. Install irrigation systems for watering or use brick and stone to cover grassy areas you don’t want to maintain.

Rocks Are Your Friends

Rocks are not only affordable, but also a graceful way to decorate your space. It isn’t time consuming to lay rocks among plants; although found in nature, they can also add a boost of sophistication to the exterior of your home. They can make a lovely statement among colorful plants or a brick façade. Garden stores carry many different types of rocks that differ from the typical “boring” variety that comes to mind when many think of rocks. If you want, you can make your rock arrangements as interesting and eclectic as your flowers and shrubs.

Getting fantastic curb appeal doesn’t have to take longer than one weekend of your time. Thinking carefully about your landscaping plan can increase the beauty of your yard while keeping your costs low.