1. Landscaping can add up to 14% of your home's value.

A drought tolerant garden can still be a lush, vibrant oasis that looks beautiful and inviting. Rather than cacti, succulents and sandy terrain, plant flowers and plants that require little water but still look good such as day lilies, geraniums and gaillardia. For trees, use species that don’t need much watering like the Arizona Ash tree or olive trees. Use native wildflowers to attract birds and insects, this will also create colour in your garden with minimal watering required. Don’t forget rockeries which bring texture and interest without needing additional water to maintain them. With a little planning you can have a gorgeous looking drought tolerant garden!.

Planting trees and shrubs around your home can improve air quality, provide shade, and reduce energy costs.

The layout of a yard can truly have a dramatic effect on the entire experience and atmosphere. With strategic placement of outdoor furniture, foliage, pathways, lighting, or any other element one chooses to include, it is possible to create an inviting and calming space for family and friends to gather. Even if a yard does not have the most luxurious or expensive pieces, just taking the time to create a balanced design that fits the home and lifestyle of its inhabitants can completely change how the space is experienced.

Properly designed landscaping will reduce noise pollution by absorbing sound waves and creating a peaceful environment in your backyard or patio area.