Luckily, curbside appeal doesn’t have to cost a fortune.

“Perennialsand native plants return year after year, providing long-term beauty and sustainability,” she says.

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A white and black painted bungalow in a desert climate, with cacti in mulch beds and stone edging

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“Organic mulches like bark, wood chips, or compost enrich the soil as they decompose.”

you could enhance your outdoor ambiance in an instant withlandscape lighting,Lichtenstein adds.

“There are many DIY options available that are affordable and easy to assemble.

Perennial flower garden with white, pink and purple flowers surrounded with trees

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The sound of trickling water can enhance the peaceful ambiance of your garden without requiring a significant investment.”

Mulch in a garden bed

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Wood edging surrounding a garden bed

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A white house with a black roof, beige front door, cacti by the entry, and patterned tile patio

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A sunny patio with black and white furniture and string lights in a gazebo

Design byDana Lee Creative/ Photo by Gianna Christina Photo

water feature garden edging

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terracotta pots painted white with floral print

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