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A scattering of leaves won’t pose a problem through the winter, but a thicker layer of leaves may not decompose before the first frost and can instead weigh down your grass and harbor mold or fungi. A thick layer of leaves also cuts off light and air that grass needs to grow. That’s why we suggest removing thick leaf layers within several days if possible. If your lawn goes dormant over the winter and snow has already caught up with you, then remove the leaves in early spring before your grass-growing season starts so your lawn can thrive.

The best way to add value to your home is by making your lawn look more attractive. This alone can come with an ROI of over 200%. Routine lawn maintenance, like edging, weed whacking, and mulching, can provide an ROI of slightly more than 100%. Upgrading your front walkway and planting trees can also have a big impact on value compared to the cost. Outdoor lighting, fire pits, decks, and patios have below a 100% ROI in most cases, but they can improve the enjoyment of your home in addition to the value.

Typically, landscaping costs about $3,500 on average. Several factors cause the price range to vary from as low as $200 to as much as $14,000. For example, major cost factors include your geographic location, yard size, project size, materials you choose, site preparation, and type of landscaping, among other factors. Keep in mind that labor costs will range from $50 to $100 per hour for a professional landscaper.

If you are xeriscaping a lawn from scratch, your best bet for preparing the lawn is to work with a xeriscaping specialist in your area. The most common first step to making the transformation, however, will be to remove the turfgrass from your lawn. The subsequent steps will often include amending the soil to support new plants and installing low-drip or drip irrigation systems.