Seven Affordable Landscaping Ideas For Your Yard

Beautiful yards are more than just nice to look at, they also sell for anywhere from 5% to 12% more than other homes, according to research at Virginia Tech.  However, professional landscaping can be costly, upwards of $3,000! The good news is that there are several things you can do to improve your yard while still staying within a comfortable budget.  Keep reading for seven affordable landscaping ideas and find the full article here.

1. Show your lawn a little TLC

While overgrown plants and weeds can make a home look run-down, a well-manicured lawn signals to prospective home buyers that the house is maintained well inside as well. So start by cutting the grass, trimming shrubs, and pruning hedges.

Buried in weeds? Cherie Lowe, blogger and author of “Slaying the Debt Dragon,” recommends a homemade weed killer: Mix white vinegar, 1 to 2 cups of salt (table or Epsom), and a small squeeze of dish detergent.

“It takes one to two days for it to activate, killing off unwanted weeds, and costs a fraction of the price,” Lowe says.