Sassing your curb appeal is a great strategy when selling your home. An awesome first impression is a slam dunk for any owner determined to get top dollar.
With summer moving into full swing, there’s no better introduction to your home than a front yard packed with the color of flowers and shrubs.
As an experienced agent in our neighborhood, I’ve known buyers to take one look at a messy property and drive away without stopping. So, sprucing up your front yard is essential.
But who has time to invest in a garden when there’s a mile-long list of other tasks to prepare your home for sale?
One approach for your front yard is to plant a drought-tolerant garden that will minimize your workload and appeal to any buyer who doesn’t have a green thumb. It’s also environmentally friendly because it requires less water than other gardens.
Not all drought-tolerant gardens feature desert plants and rockeries. Below, I’ve listed four popular plants that will add color without requiring constant attention. And why not go to your local garden store and get more inspiration?
In the meantime, if I can help you sell your current property, or find your next dream home, please do not hesitate to contact me. We can discuss price trends, buyer preferences and marketing ideas to maximize the value of your current home.
Butterfly Weed
A magnet for butterflies, you’ll find its orange flowers will bloom until September. It’s a perennial that likes well-drained, sandy soil and requires minimal water.
Coneflower
Also known as Echinacea, this is a beautiful, bright purple daisy. It withstands hot and dry conditions. Even if you ignore it, coneflowers will add a wonderful splash of color to your front yard.
Rosemary
A hardy bush of green and silver leaves; you can plant these and walk away. Even better, you can use rosemary in your cooking. Its leaves are especially delicious on roasted potatoes and wedges.
Sage
While usually found in a vegetable patch, sage is an incredibly tough plant that has a purple flower with edible green leaves. It attracts pollinators, such as the hummingbird.