Maintaining Healthy Landscaping

by Amelia Gray

Though a beautiful lawn can mean a big difference to the market value of your home, it's possible to maintain beautiful landscaping on any budget. Lawn care doesn't necessarily mean a major remodeling project. Learn what your lawn needs during every season, and decide where you can splurge on extra care to make life easier for you and your yard.

Summer Lawn Care
Regular watering is a year-round essential, but when it's hotter and less likely to rain, you need to keep a close eye on your watering schedule. Watering early in the morning gives moisture a chance to soak deep into the roots without evaporating. For maximum coverage and water efficiency, avoid windy days and sprinklers that throw water into the street. Contact a lawn care service for advice on the best sprinkler for your lawn size.

Fall Lawn Care
If your lawn suffered during the hot summer, fall is the perfect time to improve your home's market value by re-seeding and fertilizing your lawn. A lawn care service might be the best bet for a major remodeling project like whole-lawn aeration and fertilization, but it's often possible to rent lawn aerators from hardware stores and do the work yourself.

Spring Lawn Care
After the dormancy of winter months, a fertilized lawn will experience new growth in the spring. Rain may take care of your watering schedule, but mowing a healthy lawn is just as important. If you don't use a lawn care service, be sure to mow in different directions each time to maintain lawn health.

Major Landscaping Project Ideas
If you're ready to increase the market value of your home, a major landscaping remodeling project can revitalize your lawn. Call in a lawn care service for landscaping or weed control. Installing an irrigation system is a major remodeling project that requires periodic maintenance. A lawn care service company may provide a free estimate, and if it's within your budget, an irrigation system could have immediate benefits for your home's overall market value.

Whether you're trying to sell your home or just dreaming of a healthy yard, maintaining your lawn and landscaping can boost your home's market value as you enjoy the benefits.

About the Author
Amelia Gray is a teacher and freelance writer in San Marcos, TX. Amelia earned a Bachelor's Degree in English Literature from Arizona State University.