Making money is easy? - Aug 08, 2011
A recent survey has found that a well kept garden can increase the value of your house by a massive 12%. The report said "homeowners would receive an average 3.6 times more than the amount invested in it, if sold". It is already well documented that a garden will make you feel better but now we have proof that it will make you richer too.
Since the drought many home owners have lost interest in their gardens. Lawns have been left unmowed until they get over taken by weeds. The gardens have also not been mulched so the weeds end up taking over these gardens too.
Your lawn and garden are the first thing people see when they come to buy your house so all could be lost before they even enter your house.
The good news is a front garden can easily be brought back to life. Weeds are an indication that you have lost control of your garden.Get help from your local garden centres horticulturists to find out the best sprays to kill your weeds safely.
These will need to be sprayed twice for best results. Once the weeds have died they can be wiper snippered back to ground level and then covered with mulch. I always use Termite resistant mulch on my gardens.
Seek advice now on what plants will do best in your area. Ask your horticulturist to help you choose plants that will look good together. Their advice is free so take advantage of their experience.
Tim Pickles is a CNP Horticulturist and director of Tim's Garden Centre 2 Queen St Campbelltown. 46267022.