When selling your home, do everything you can to make it move-in ready on the inside and low maintenance on the outside. With dry climate landscaping and Colorado-friendly plants, your yard will not conjure up images of all-day weeding marathons or high water bills. According to an article by bankrate.com, some popular landscaping projects help sellers get four times their money back. Although buyers love outdoor fireplaces, you will likely on recoup 60 percent of the cost. By planting trees, shrubs and flowers, on the other hand, you recoup 100 percent. Experts estimate home owners typically spend $7,000 on 25 shrubs, 5 trees and 60 flowers. When creating dry climate landscaping, opt for native trees and plants that naturally grow in Colorado. Some people refer to dry climate landscaping as “xeriscaping.”

Saving the environment

Many home buyers love the fact that a seller cares about the environment. According to Xeriscape Colorado, a WaterWise program, home owners use 50 percent of residential water to water their lawns. Switching to native plants reduces water and maintenance expenses by 60 percent. Experts with Xeriscape Colorado say home sellers that apply the xeriscape principles often boost their resale value by 15 percent.

Embracing the concept

Some people have misconceptions about dry climate landscaping. To get started, visit a plant nursery that sells native Colorado plants. Come up with a plan and design that includes practical turf areas. Use mulch and compost such as wood chips. Amend the soil if necessary. Experts say xeriscaping is not dry-only landscaping but includes limited spots that need watering. In addition to native plants, feel free to incorporate Colorado-friendly plants or ones that are non-invasive.

At Team Lassen, we advise clients interested in listing their Colorado homes. For more tips on how to create sustainable landscaping in dry climates, please contact us.