Cost-Effective Landscaping Tips for Duplex!?

[Miranda Obermiller]

Hey Y’all! My partner and I bought a ranch style duplex last fall and are looking forward to adding value through DIY landscaping. We don’t really know where to go from here though- we’re two first time homeowners!

How would you landscape a property to minimize maintenance and cost, while maximizing the curb appeal? 

Anything from which bushes/ plants to put in, mulch vs rocks, what preventative care we should be doing, maintenance, etc.. 

Thank you all SO MUCH for your input!

[Joseph Guzzardi Jr]

Depends on what your budget is. For me, I actually just try to get rid of any landscaping/maintenance as much as possible, thus reducing my costs monthly. Utilize rocks/stone/black top and getting rid of grass and trimming trees to reduce leaves etc..  You can do this in phases too, especially if you are the one who is cutting the grass. From the add value, take a look at higher selling comps in your neighborhood and see what those properties had. This can get you an idea on what could work.