Increase the Value of Your Property!
Maximise Your Value in a Rising Market
I expect this spring will be the biggest spring in many years on the real estate market because already lots of people are buying & selling. Interest rates are falling and house prices have risen every month for the last five months, and they are expected to rise strongly with the next two expected interest rate falls.
One of the ways to maximise your value in a rising market will be to have the garden looking great when people pull up at the front of your place!
Here’s some ideas about how to get your garden looking great.
One of the great ways to deck your garden out with great plants is to shop all the incredible sale prices for plants in our Growers Direct Flash Sale! We have lots and lots of really great specials.
We also have a Free Weeping Cherry offer going right now when you spend over $300 in-store or online at Hello Hello.
We have Free Delivery over most of Victoria. Spend over $300 with us and get free delivery to Metro Melbourne and central Geelong, Bendigo, Ballarat, Shepparton and Traralgon.
You can also get a Free Garden Design with us. You just pay a small deposit, and then when you buy your plants that deposit comes off your price so you get it back. This could be just what you need to get your house looking great to go on the market in springtime.
The other thing we recommend is to work out what date you’re going to go on the market and then start preparing the garden long before that date. A garden design is a really good way of starting out, but start preparing the garden well before the date. Because so many people are going on the market, our garden designs are going to get booked up so get in early by booking here now.
Cost of landscaping and return on investment?
It can cost anywhere from $500 to $1,500 for the landscape design of a small garden, $1,500 to $3,000 for the landscape design of a mid-sized garden, and roughly $3,000 to $6,500 for that of a large garden. According to research, good landscaping can add up to 20% to your home’s overall value. That could be $100,000 or more when you sell your property.
Houses with great looking gardens make you feel better and have a greater appeal. It is also worth noting that houses in streets that have many trees on sidewalks also have a higher value.
What is great with landscaping is that it immediately adds value, but also increases the value over time. Plants grow to be more beautiful every year and provide fantastic flower shows, more fruit, or lush foliage.
How to get started?
It is a very easy process. The first thing to know is when are you going onto the market? Second thing is to know is who your potential customers are and what do they like.
Once this is established, setting up your property for success is a 4 step process:
1. Tidy! Take a good look at the garden and remove anything that looks ugly and unfashionable. Some plants are probably overgrown and need a good trim to tidy them up. Let some sunshine and fresh air flow through. Give existing plants some fertilizer to make them nice and lush.
2. Lawn. If you have a sad-looking lawn, fix it! There should be no dead patches. Put down topsoil and grass seed, water it regularly and it will be looking great in no time.
3. Ask the experts. Send us an email at [email protected] with your photos and measurements of your yard. We have a wealth of knowledge about garden design and we can tailor a plan to make your garden pop.
4. Start Planting. Plant your big and cheap plants now for an impressive garden later. Doing this simple process can make all the difference.
There are some tips to consider:
• Privacy – We all want to feel cozy in our backyard, but that is not possible if we have that nosy neighbor always peeking over for a chat. Some tall Lilly Pillies like Neighbours-be-Gone or a Silver Sheen Pittosporum hedge should quickly fix that problem.
• Lawn edging- A neat lawn that looks restrained and tamed, gives the appearance of being easier to maintain and is a popular selling point.
• Mulch and Weed – Keep those beds tidy and mulched with some black, red, or natural mulch, whichever creates the best harmony with the rest of the garden and the house.
• Repetition- Instead of having too many varieties of plants, consider planting a lot of the same plants in clusters for more dramatic effect.
• Trees- Keep in mind that some trees grow quite big. Some are maintenance-free, while others do need some care. Be careful NOT to plant big trees close to structures, pipes, and pools as they might cause damage further down the line. If you are unsure about what trees to plant, reach out to us and we will advise you.
• Instant look- If you want the instant look, be sure to pick out bigger pot sizes with established plants. If you are unsure if they are suitable, give us a call or send us an email.
Our plant recommendations:
The most popular plants that make a big difference are Lilly Pillies, Topiary Box Balls, Maples, and cottage flowers such as daisies, cordylines, and grasses.
• Colourful Flowers – These make the garden pop with life and are too easy to plant!
• Maples – Japanese maples are one of the most popular plants to give a wow factor.
• Topiaries – Standard plants and Topiaries look fantastic and have a great appeal. look.
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• Privacy screens – Here are some of the best fast growing screens for privacy:
• Natives – Native plants have a high appeal and beneficial to the local fauna. Bird attracting plants are great, bringing beautiful birds to the garden.
• Tropical corners – We all love little cosy tropical corners, and those are easy to achieve with giant birds of paradise, palms, and cordylines for colour.
• Rockeries – If you have an unruly little rock corner, you can easily pop in some tough succulents that will suppress weeds and give great color.
• Grasses – Grasses are great for borders, accents, or focal points.
• Box – Perfect for edging, they give shape and structure to gardens.
• Groundcovers – Ideal to suppress weeds and cover some unsightly places.
• Climbers – Some climbers can go up on fences or structures and look fabulous.
• Trees – Some trees have such a striking look that they can transform any garden.
• Indoor Plants – These bring indoor spaces to life and make a house feel like a home.
That is all for the plant suggestions. All the best in transforming your yard. It is definitely a very rewarding effort!
