Prelude:

If you have not followed this series from the beginning, I Highly recommend that you go back and read Part 1 and Part 2. This particular series is set to be  20 to 30 parts long and will cover the exterior and interior of the home and also the yard. In today's article, we will be discussing the use of "yard art" and how it can add value to a property. The thing to remember here is that adding value by some of these methods is a more long term project as opposed to a quick fix.

Yard Art:

Back when I was in Landscaping, one of the things that I would address for a customer is the need for yard art. Well, first, we might want to talk about what yard art is. It can be something simple from adding a few huge rocks or boulders to adding a water fountain. Another thing to think about is adding borders to you flower bed. Now, in most cases, these are not things that one would think about taking with you when you leave. Therefore, it gives an aesthetic value to the property. Below we will discuss how each help.

Water Features or Fountains:

When looking at adding a water feature, you have to always keep in mind that you do not want to go over board with this feature. In the past I have seen huge fountains that just overtake the yard. Or what is worse, I will see someone that has dug a mote through their 1/4 acre plot.

Also, another thing to consider is to keep the water feature in good taste. Just remember that if you want some value out of it, people have to view it as an asset.

Boulders:

Typically, this is something that I always would recommend for the larger yards that would have a huge flower garden. You would be surprized how much a boulder here or there will do to the aesthetic value. Most of these boulders are 300 to 500 pounds, so you do not have to worry with someone running off with one of them. Once again, do not over do it. Less is more.

Borders:

When making a garden or flower bed, I am all for defining the space. With that said, you want something that will compliment the home. I have viewed homes before that have these big borders that just look like it swallows the bed as well as the yard. In the case of needing to define the edges of a bed, I recommend going with a stone, brick, or cement construction type material, but the choice is up to you.

About the Author

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