Make the Most of Seasonal Color
Category: Real Estate Trends
Published: Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Purchasing a Murrieta foreclosure or Temecula bank home is an exciting thing, particularly for first time home buyers taking advantage of record low prices and affordable interest rates. You know there will be cosmetic repairs necessary because of months of neglect or abandonment and hopefully you arrange for a professional home inspection before escrow closes to identify any major home repairs that are necessary. Depending on the amount of repairs necessary, you may wonder where to invest your home improvement dollars first and some people naturally think the interior projects should be priority one. But one of the casualties of foreclosed homes is typically the landscaping, the first impression that creates the curb appeal for your new home. Here are some tips for using seasonal color plants to quickly and affordably improve the overall appearance of your Murrieta bank home:
Island Paradise
Carve out a section of distressed lawn and replant with tropical grasses, drought tolerant shrubs and tiny spots of seasonal color. For a few dollars more you can include a low growing palm, such as Sego or Robellini varieties. The grasses will provide moveable bursts of green and blue and plum, while low growing flowers such as petunias and begonias in the spring, or pansies in the winters add colorful focal points that draw visitors' attention and makes your home more inviting. Quick Tip: Use upside-down spray paint commonly used in marking utilities on pavement to outline the island area on your lawn. Found at home improvement centers, this paint works wonders for marking grass and is very forgiving if you find you want to change the shape or placement of your "island".
Walls of Beauty
Take advantage of existing garden structures such as retaining walls or long walls of the house with few windows. Trellises provide terrific visual interest to any yard and when planted with flowering vines such as star jasmine or morning glories you will enjoy beautiful springtime blossoms that accent the appearance of your home. If you have a low growing wall or porch railing, consider climbing roses to cover the space. There are several varieties that are drought resistant and these hardy blooms will fill your yard with fragrance and color throughout the spring, summer and fall. Quick Tip: don't be afraid to fill tiny nooks and crannies with four inch "color spots". These miniature plants are the most affordable and come in countless colors. Designed to last only one season, these bargain beauties add color and style to your landscaping without breaking the budget.
Containers
If you want to add quick color to your yard without making a major financial investment, try a few large containers such as urns or pots. These miniature gardens allow you to dramatic displays of color and style but require less financial investment and can be changed more readily. Quick Tip: Containers dry out faster than planted beds or lawn so be sure to water regularly. Pinch spent blooms off whenever you pass by, a process called deadheading, and you will enjoy renewed bursts of color throughout the season.
Choosing seasonal color is the perfect way to spice up your Murrieta short sale or Temecula foreclosure, without worrying too much about cost. For as little as $25 you can add a few color spots to the garden and perk up the curb appeal of your new home in no time.
Contact the foreclosure specialists at Oak Tree Realty Group Murrieta today at 1-877-226-4800 for information on how you can purchase a Riverside County foreclosure before it's too late!
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