Just as updating or staging the interior of your home can be useful, so spending a little time on your garden can make a world of difference and greatly boost your curb appeal.

You don't have to go to huge lengths though; there are some very simple and straightforward ways to make a huge difference. Most buyers will certainly appreciate a garden that looks open, attractive, neat, and easy to care for. Here are the main steps you need to take to get your garden ship shape:

Tidying: Remove any garden debris, perished trees and shrubs, broken or tired looking furniture. Rake up leaves, prune and dead head your shrubs.

Trimming: Make sure all trees and shrubs are trimmed back away from gutters and windows. Give your hedges and shrubs a nice sharp trim and if you have trees or shrubs along your driveway make sure they are trimmed back as much as possible so the driveway and paths feel more spacious and open.

Weeding and Mulching: Weed all garden beds and if possible cover with a nice thick layer of bark or mulch. This will not only keep the weeds away for longer, it really neatens the look of a garden, making everything look fresh, tidy and healthy.

Lawns: A freshly mown lawn is a must, while a wild unkempt lawn just makes buyers think of lost Sunday afternoons.

Cleaning: Give decks, paths and driveways a good wash or water blast. Now is also a great time to check for repairs to hard assets such as decks, fences, and retaining walls.

Additions: If your outdoor furniture is tired, broken or non existent it would be good to buy or borrow a nice fresh set, so buyers can envision themselves relaxing in their new home. Add a simple pop of colour with some seasonal flowers, or adding an outdoor mirror or sculpture can really finish off an entrance or make a gloomy corner much brighter and more inviting.

If you’d like help getting your gardens ‘sale ready’ get in touch with Amanda and the team.