There are five easy ways you can beautify the exterior of your home. Upping your home's curb appeal is easy with a little effort and some well-thought-out landscaping. Try these five simple ways to up the appeal of the exterior of your home.

1. Potted Plants

Potted plants on the front porch near the entry door add a fresh feel. The “thrill, fill, and spill” professional landscaping technique is an easy way to add a dazzling potted plant display. Fill your pots with bright colorful flowers to add a visual enhancement. You should also add greenery to fill your potted arrangement. Finally, add some plants that will trail over the side of the pot for the spill effect. You can get a lot of value with potted plants. You can expect to spend less than $100 for plants and materials, according to Home Light.

2. Consider Hardscaping Areas

Hardscaping is landscaping with hard materials such as rocks, pebbles, and boulders. If your green thumb leans towards the brownish side, consider creating a landscaping display with hardscape materials instead of plants. Hardscaping is very popular in hot climates where growing things can be very challenging.

3. Grab a Can of Paint

Add some interest to your home by painting your entry door a contrasting color. For example, if your house is cream-colored, consider painting your entry door a deep chocolate brown. A little paint can go a long way in not only ramping up your exterior, but choosing the right color can make your landscaping pop as well.

4. Clean It Up

You can have all the landscaping you need to improve the exterior of your home, but if your exterior is dirty and unorganized, the effort will be lost. Rent a pressure washer and clean your sidewalks, driveway, and the exterior of your home. Deep cleaning of outdoor surfaces will have a positive impact on how your home looks.

5. Add Some Focal Points with Landscaping

A flower garden along the walkway to your house could be just the detail you need to improve the exterior of your home. Creating focal points with landscaping throughout your front yard can have a tremendous effect.

Hiring a trusted landscaping company is your best bet for improving your property. The professionals know what works and can get it done in an efficient manner. Call us today if you need landscaping services!