Fall is here and will soon be over. So, if you're planning to sell your home during the fall months, you will need to spruce up your lawn. In any market condition, the yard catches every potential buyer's attention. And, you want yours to stand out in a good way, not a bad one. Having an attractive lawn will help get buyers into your house.
Fall is the best time of year to spruce up your lawn. It's the easiest time to repair any summer damage and get it ready for winter. It will also bring a spectacular lawn in the spring. According to several University studies around the nation, a good looking landscape will increase a home's value up to 11 percent.
There's no question that your grass is the largest component of your landscape. So, start there. You can find many great pointers on how to get a lush, green lawn and I have found some great ideas myself to share with you.
Begin by loosening the lawn's air flow. Grass needs air to grow. So, for those who have leaf coverage, rake it up and remove it. Many areas around the nation see drought damage to their lawn. If you're one of those, the best thing to do is fertilize it once every eight weeks, using a slow release fertilizer. Fertilizer will turn your grass greener as it gives your grass the proper nutrients needed to grow. And, make sure you water it well everyday for at least a week or the fertilizer will burn the grass and kill it off.
Fertilizers also winterize the lawn. Northern states are recommended to fertilize their lawns at least twice in the fall, while Southern states recommend to fertilize about four weeks before the first frost.
And, last but not least, over-seed the lawn. The over-seeding process will dramatically improve the lawn's appearance and will help keep it healthy. Fall is also the best time of the year to treat weak spots in your yard. The soil is warm in the Fall, which promotes rapid seed growth. Remember to never cut your lawn too short. The shorter the grass, the weaker it becomes, and it will die quicker.
Don't forget other items in your yard like trimming your bushes. Planting seasonal flowers is always a welcoming sight for potential buyers.
Following these simple ideas will really be an eye catcher when selling your home.
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