You may have heard that real estate is experiencing a sellers’ market, where homeowners are getting top dollar for their homes due to a lack of supply on the market and high demand. In fact, a recent report on the state of real estate from the experts at HomeLight found that an overwhelming 97 percent of agents are seeing this situation in their markets.

If this news has you thinking about selling, it’s time to get your home looking its best. When it comes to your front yard, low-maintenance can be the way to go because it’s appealing to buyers who don’t want to spend every weekend tending to their garden. We have you covered with some ideas that can improve your “curb appeal” (real estate agent’s speak for how the front of your home appeals to buyers), with some low maintenance yard upgrades that can also help you sell a home fast. 

Less is more

A number one strategy to get started with is to go for a clean yard layout. That means trimming weeds and hedges and removing any debris that is “cluttering” the front of your home. If you have large trees or roots that need to be tended to, hire a professional to get the job done, so you don’t have to stress about it. You also want to assess your walkway and if pavers need to be repaired, you’ll want to replace them before you start adding anything new. 

Lawn be gone?

An overgrown lawn is one way to send potential buyers running, instead of going inside your house to take a closer look. If you already have a perfectly-maintained lawn, there’s no need to change it, as it will certainly help your home shine. However, if your lawn has seen better days, there are some ways to improve it that will curb buyers’ fears about spending every weekend mowing. Bare patches in lawns can become decorative elements with a low-maintenance rock garden. If you have more space to work with, moss or mulch can be other additions to keep your yard looking lush. The bottom line is to replace any empty patches with intentionally selected landscaping features. 

Conserve water

Knowing that a yard needs a lot of watering can be a deterrent to potential homeowners, but you can put them at ease with water conservation strategies. Other than setting up your greenery with an irrigation system, you can also add plants that will naturally need less watering. In Maine, some drought-tolerant choices are salvia, lavender, and bigroot geraniums. Less watering not only will mean low-maintenance, but also lower water bills and being kind to the environment, which will be selling points for buyers.

If you are unsure about what yard upgrades are best for your home and landscaping, consult a professional (Site Structures Landscape) who can advise you about options that can withstand every season. You’ll find that some carefully selected greenery can go a long way in helping your home put its best face forward.

Until next time,

Leigh Lessard, Director of Landscape Maintenance, and the Site Structures Crew 

To schedule a consultation, please email Leigh Lessard at leigh@sitestructureslandscape.com or call Site Structures at (207) 438-9995.