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Improving your garden adds value and enjoyment to your home

15/2/2022

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Some people don't like their existing home and yearn to change it, or even move to another house. They sometimes don't even understand what's causing their dislike of their current home. Understanding what's causing the problems with your current home often means that the issue can be fixed, and sometimes without lots of money or effort. 

In our previous articles we looked at some Simple home improvement tips  and we discussed How to make your home feel bigger and Simple Ways to Improve Your House Part 1 - Creating More Space and ​Creating more space in your home with extra storage

In this article we look at improving the outside of your home and easy ways to improve your garden.
​#homeimprovement #homeimprovementtips #homereno
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"Does your garden need help? Small changes can make a big difference."

Improve the garden – creating a new outlook

​Improving gardens can make a difference to your property. This could range from a tidy-up and minimal cost, to a full-on landscape done by experts. Initial easy steps could be:
  • Cutting back overgrown vegetation, even removing large trees that are excessively shading your house and garden.
  • Removing old and tired looking plants, or ones that’ve become excessively woody.
  • Tidying up mess.
  • Installing a shed for garden tools (or even racks in the garage).
  • Removing weeds.
  • Adding mulch to garden beds. It’s amazing how covering garden beds with wood chips or bark can refresh the garden, and it helps retain soil moisture and reduces weed growth.
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"It’s amazing how covering garden beds with wood chips or bark can refresh the garden."
  • Fixing damaged, sinking, cracked and uneven paving. Even install new paving.
  • Planting new flowering plants to brighten up the garden.
  • Installing an automatic sprinkler system.
"Make your garden easy care. Most people do not want to be cutting lawn every weekend!"
  • Making the garden easy care, which could include removing plants that require lots of water, taking out areas of lawn which are difficult to cut, and putting in plants that don’t require regular cutting.
  • Adding a water feature.
  • Removing dead areas of lawn under trees and planting shade loving grass or plants.
  • Installing edging strips around garden beds to keep the lawn out.
"A compost heap is an environmental solution to get rid of kitchen waste and garden cuttings, that will create compost for your garden."
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  • Planning a compost heap. Adding vegetable waste from the kitchen with lawn and garden clippings can make valuable compost which can be added to your garden, reducing your waste and fertilizing your garden. Of course make sure it is vermin proof.

Add, or improve, outdoor living areas – enjoy the outdoors

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"The whole household will enjoy the garden after a good makeover."
Improving the outdoor living area could add immensely to your family’s enjoyment as well as adding value to your property. This could include:
  • Constructing a flat level area which has a paved, tiled or timber deck flooring.
  • Constructing a pergola or covered veranda to provide shade over the area.
  • Adding privacy to this area by erecting screens on one side which have creepers planted to cover the screen. Using other plants to form a screen, or even constructing a timber fence or wall.
  • Purchasing nice outdoor furniture.
  • If you’re feeling more ambitious, then building a barbeque.
  • Installing large doors connecting the house to the outdoor living area.
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"You do not need a large garden to make a welcoming and enjoyable space."

A new garden creates a new home

You do not need a large garden to make a welcoming and enjoyable space. Nor do you have to spend lots of money or expend huge amounts of energy. Garden projects can even be undertaken in phases as time and money is available.

Decide what needs improving. Start with a good clean up and trim back of overgrown vegetation. Plan what you would like. Look for garden ideas in magazines. Visit your local garden centre who will happily give you ideas and suggest plants you could use.

Gardening can be enjoyable and rewarding and it does not have to take hours of your weekend. Be sensible and use simple ideas and easy care solutions. Ask advice from experts, or at an extra cost get the experts in to do a complete garden makeover for you.

​Make more use of your outdoor area. Add value to your home with a great outdoor living area and garden.
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This is an extract from the author's book  'An Introduction to Building and Renovating Houses: Volume 2 - Finding Your Ideal Property and Designing Your Dream Home' 
​© 2022 This article is not to be reproduced for commercial purposes without written permission from the author.

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4 Comments
Tile Contractor link
2/3/2022 11:43:17 pm

I strongly agree with this. Garden improvements and house upgrades like kitchen remodeling can greatly contribute to more enjoyment at home. As a tile installation contractor, I've seen changes like these significantly impacted on my homeowner's lives especially in this stressful time of the pandemic.

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20/10/2022 08:00:03 pm

When you own a home, lawn care is one of the many responsibilities that come with it. Maintaining a healthy and beautiful lawn takes time, effort, and money. However, the benefits of having a well-kept garden are numerous. Not only does it improve the curb appeal of your home, but it can also increase its value. In addition, having a garden can be a source of great enjoyment for you and your family.

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Iris Smith link
8/6/2023 12:02:22 pm

I appreciate you mentioning that composting food waste from the kitchen along with grass and garden clippings will help you produce less trash and fertilize your yard. My mom always complains about wanting to beautify her home. I'll advise her to have residential property additions so she can furnish her home.

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Canopy Lawn Care link
7/6/2024 07:25:25 pm

Thank you for this insightful post, Admin! Indeed, enhancing our gardens isn't just about aesthetics; it's an investment in our home's value and our personal happiness. A well-maintained garden creates a welcoming ambiance, making your home more inviting to guests and potential buyers alike.The satisfaction derived from nurturing plants and watching them flourish is unparalleled. Whether it's planting vibrant flowers, cultivating a vegetable patch, or creating a tranquil oasis with a water feature, every addition to your garden contributes to a more fulfilling living experience. Investing time and effort into your garden is truly an investment in your home and your own happiness.

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