Gardeners urged to plant five flowers to add £10,000 value to home
A well-kept garden can do more than just enhance your home’s appearance, it could also increase the resale value of your home.
With outdoor space becoming an increasingly sought-after feature for UK buyers, a beautifully maintained garden can make a lasting first impression. From vibrant flowers to structured greenery, the right plants can boost kerb appeal, create a sense of luxury and make your home more desirable to potential buyers.
According to a study conducted by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), homes with appealing gardens can fetch a premium price compared to those without. The garden experts at The Garden Design Co. certainly agree, claiming that a well kept garden can add as much as £10,000 to the overall value of your home.
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While a fully landscaped garden or large lawned oasis may command the highest prices, even an everyday family garden or well-tended patio could still help you achieve a higher price for your home.
With spring just around the corner, its the perfect time to start planning your garden upgrade, using these five top rated, value-adding plants and flowers.
1. Wisteria
Wisteria enhances curb appeal with its stunning, cascading flowers, adding elegance and charm to any garden and more than a hint of the "Bridgerton" era.
Its romantic and timeless beauty evokes a sense of luxury, making the property more desirable to potential buyers.
Easy to maintain while still offering a dramatic visual impact, wisteria can significantly increase the perceived value of your home.
2. Lavender
Lavender boosts your home’s appeal with its vibrant purple flowers and soothing fragrance, creating a tranquil and inviting atmosphere. Its low-maintenance nature and ability to attract pollinators make it a desirable choice for eco-conscious buyers.
The combination of beauty, practicality, and a relaxing scent can enhance your garden’s charm and increase your property’s value.
3. Roses
The classic beauty of a blooming rose garden, creates a sophisticated and welcoming look for any home.
Their timeless charm and romantic associations make properties more attractive to buyers looking for well-maintained outdoor spaces.
Additionally, fragrant rose gardens can elevate the sensory experience of a home, making it feel more luxurious and increasing its perceived value.
4. Hydrangeas
One of Britain's most famous plants, hydrangeas can live up to 50 years. With their large, vibrant blooms, they create a striking visual impact and enhance curb appeal.
Their ability to thrive in various climates and low-maintenance nature make them an attractive choice for buyers seeking beautiful but easy-to-care-for gardens.
With a range of colours to complement different landscaping styles, hydrangeas can make a property feel more inviting and well-kept, increasing its desirability.
5. Evergreens
Providing year-round greenery, evergreen shrubs help to enhance curb appeal and creating a well-maintained, structured garden.
Their ability to act as natural privacy screens and windbreaks makes outdoor spaces more functional and attractive to buyers, and they are often used as the main feature in trendy landscaped gardens.
Low-maintenance and durable, they offer long-lasting beauty that will never decrease in value.