Congrats: You’ve updated the dated kitchen cabinets and KonMari’d your clutter with fervor. But before you list your home to market, consider this stat: The simple task of sprucing up your lawn and landscape can increase your home’s value by 12.7 percent. Why? Well, because first impressions count, right? And when a buyer sees a well-cared-for home, it shapes their gut instinct on the property.
Luckily, it doesn’t take a shmancy landscape architect to make a huge difference. We checked in with Phil Dwyer, Ph.D., turf grass scientist for Scotts Miracle-Gro, for four easy tips that’ll boost curb appeal and help you get maximum $$$.