Monday, July 28, 2014

Another warm week...

 
Going to be another Super warm week - here's a crafty idea for the ones we love....
Frozen chicken stock with dog toys.

Friday, July 18, 2014

SAVE on Landscape Maintenance. In our current drought we need all the tips we can get:

Nourish efficiently

To stay green, your lawn requires a lot of water and fertilizer. Reduce these costs by:

  • watering your lawn only one to two inches per week;
  • keeping mower blades sharp and clean to trim grass for maximum moisture retention;
  • mowing your lawn to no lower than two to three inches to reduce root exposure and water evaporation; and
  • investing in a self-mulching lawn mower and letting the cuttings fertilize the lawn.

Plant effectively

Reduce the size of your lawn or remove it altogether to cut costs. Less lawn does not mean a less vibrant yard.
Make your yard green and cost-effective by planting:
  • drought resistant plants;
  • seeds or young plants as they are cheaper than buying full grown plants; and
  • trees and plants native to your area to eliminate the need for extraneous watering, a practice known as xeriscaping.
Balance out your yard beautification costs by planting fruit trees and a vegetable garden. Growing food reduces grocery costs while adding color and greenery to your yard.
Create a beautiful yard with low maintenance costs to attract potential buyers.
Want more advice on how to get your yard and house market ready? Give me a call. I’ll help you get the most out of your home sale!