Outstanding

Breaks in the weather have enabled me to take notice of the local landscape.... my own yard! Goodness gracious, what Winter can do to our little plot of land we call home! As I view my neighbors' yards, it is obvious that we have been hunkered down a bit too long indoors. While my closets, cabinets & files are tidy and well purged, not so much my yard!
While driving through country back roads, I see local nurseries are advertising their best winter-proofed colorful plants, beckoning for my attention. The bursts of sunshine squeezing through the cold days entice me to get out there and give some loving attention to my flower beds.
It is a perfect time for sellers to take a moment to evaluate what others will see when they pull up to their home. Has the winter's harsh elements left some debris? Do your bushes and plants need some trimming?
If you find you don't have much time or interest to devote to your 'curb appeal' consider using some inexpensive potted plants in strategic places, whether in pots on the porch or along the front walk. If you really want to 'cheat' and have your yard look nice for the exterior RMLS pictures, you can put the plant with the cardboard container directly into the ground, making sure to cover the carton well. It will buy you a little time until you can devote more effort.
A few thoughtfully placed plants, some simple pruning and your yard will be photo ready! After all, who wants to buy "ho-hum" when you can have 'outstanding?"