As an Atlanta rental property owner, you probably know that it can sometimes be challenging to find the ideal landscaping for rental properties. To have a profitable rental property in Atlanta, a balance must be struck between having a beautiful property and the time, money, and effort required to maintain the outdoor space. Below are some ideas for low-maintenance landscaping for your rental properties:

Hardscaping as a Replacement for Grass

Using hardscaping features is a great idea for achieving low-maintenance landscaping. Essentially, hardscaping involves taking out plants and replacing them with borders, patios, walkways, sitting areas, or other hard surfaces. The goal of hardscaping is to create less surface area for living plants to facilitate general upkeep and maintenance.

Plant Perennials

Planting perennials around the rental property can yield a remarkable return on your investment of money and time since they spring back to life year after year. A number of perennial plants can endure a draught, Atlanta’s summer heat, or even a heatwave. Think about the increased curb appeal when it is time for those tulips and daffodils to bloom. Aside from flowers, many types of shrubs and trees come back with lush greenery every summer, and some with beautiful blossoms in the spring.

Native and Xeric Plants

Xeric plants are essentially drought-resistant plants that will survive and even thrive in low-moisture environments. Another low-maintenance landscaping method is using native plants whenever possible. Native plants can be low-maintenance plants since they are best suited to thrive in your local climate and soil. They have a level of durability that can cut down on the death and replacement of plants. Whether xeric, native, or both, using low-maintenance landscaping plants can help you save money and time and also help to keep your rental property looking sharp.

Dwarf Shrubs

These shrubs need little to no pruning and grow quite easily. They bring variety to the garden and when placed beneath the windows, they can be off-putting to would-be invaders.

Evergreen Bushes and Trees

Evergreen bushes and trees such as myrtles and gold thread cypress are drought tolerant, provide shade, and are almost effortless to maintain.

Ornamental Grasses

Ornamental grasses are some of the most low-maintenance plants in the US, making them ideal for rentals. It should be noted that ornamental grass generally requires pruning once or twice per year to keep it visually appealing.

Moss and other Ground Covers

Moss and other ground covers can be remarkable grass alternatives. For instance, as a ground cover, clover is a low-maintenance landscaping choice as it does not require frequent mowing. Moss is an evergreen, can withstand moderate foot traffic, and can look stunning throughout the year.

Note

One thing to take into consideration before changing up or doing some new landscaping is the neighborhood’s HOA rules and regulations if there are any. Most HOAs prefer each home’s landscaping to be similar to increase the neighborhood’s curb appeal. Some HOAs may not allow for a moss lawn or a yard with a lot of hardscaping, so make sure you read up on the neighborhood requirements before making any major landscaping decisions.

Here at Specialized Property Management Atlanta, we handle all your property management needs. If you are new to property management or just want to change things up between tenants, we can help you decide what would be best for your property. Call us at 404-596-8429 or contact us online for a quote today!