A good curb appeal landscaping company can significantly increase the value of your house. Money Magazine estimates that a landscaping job can yield a return on investment of up to 100%. You can also add value to your property. According to the U.S. Department of Energy homeowners can reduce their energy costs by up to 30% by using energy-efficient landscaping such as adding trees. Dense trees can block 95% sunlight from reaching the ground. This protects your home from 75% heat.

How can you decide what to do in your yard? First, find a reputable curb appeal landscaping company. They will work with you to design your landscape and meet all your requirements like finding the right area in yard for planting. They might even share some of their lawn care and landscaping tips with you.

Next, decide what you want to do in your space. Are you clear about your needs? Are you a parent with children that will require a play area? Perhaps you are looking to install a swing set, or a pool. These factors will determine what landscaping services you can or cannot do. Ask about backyard landscape packages and see what extras can be included.

It is also important to know the layout of your space. What time of day do the different areas get direct sun? This could change the location of your patio or deck. This will have an impact on the plants you plant. It is important to plant plants that can thrive in the environment. This will make it easier to maintain the landscaping work of your landscaping company.

Your landscaping company should be open to your suggestions as to what to include in backyard landscape packages. Talk openly with your landscaping company about what you want and need. However, they may be experts in landscaping and know what plants will thrive in which areas and the best area in yard for planting. 

If you’re new to gardening, it is a good idea to start small. Although it is great to return to a large garden, too many plants can be overwhelming and require a lot more work. Keep your pace! If you’ve never gardened before, this is a marathon and not a sprint.

Landscaping can be a very valuable part of your home. You might be able to bring out hidden features in your home, or you may have highlighted an important feature that was not obvious before. This will increase the home’s resale potential and make it more comfortable for you and your family.

Please leave a comment if you have any questions about landscaping. We are always open to your thoughts, questions, and ideas.