Landscaping can help your property increase in value by an average of 8%. Listed below are simple steps to ensure a good design towards low maintenance of your garden and improve its value.

Set Lawn Edges

A simple and basic task is to set edges on your to provide a clear definition when mowing. An easy method to achieve edging is to use a sharp spade or use a physical barrier such as timber, brick or stone. Edging creates the appearance of a low maintenance lawn which can help improve the properties value.

Understand your garden

Shade, light and soil this will help you select appropriate plants or herbs. Plants and herb are very practical and can also address issues you may have regarding nosy neighbours or busy roads.

Mulch
Mulch can help keep you garden appear low maintenance and well kept. Pine bark or forest fines are best choices rather than lucerne or sugar cane, also try to avoid dyed woodchip. Prior to laying mulch pull up weeds and lay soil to assist in any plants that have been placed and prevent weeds regrowing.
 Plant species

Try to limit the variants of plants within the garden, this will assist making the garden easier to maintain and a more completed look. Try to have seasonal plants that contain greenery and colours throughout the year and are suitable for the soil and sunlight or shade.
Lay Lawn

Good lawns make homes very attractive. Kikuyu is a popular choice if budget is very important rather than Buffalo grass. If the lawn is good but just patchy then applying lawn seed on the patches can help thicken up and green the lawn.

Colour the Entrance

Flowery plants are an excellent feature to be placed near entrance ways. This can achieve a pleasant first impression when entering the property.

 Pruning

To help achieve a well maintained and cared for garden, pruning and tidying up plants and trees helps achieve great results. When pruning Use a clean, sharp pruner, cut at a 45-degree angle about 1/4 inch above outward-facing bud and remove all dead or dying canes