• The entirely landscaped rear lot: This plan is devoid of any lawn. Instead, extensive plant material and pathways pervade the rear property. This strategy appeals to the extreme horticulturalist. Families with small children or outdoor pets usually prefer the play area provided by an open space. Homeowners should supply the buyer with a landscape map, which lists the materials used, and their care instructions.
  
  
• The multi-treed lot: Many homeowners don't want wide garden expanses so they plant an abundance of trees on the property. While maturing trees give shade and protection to the home, buyers may associate disadvantages (such as having to deal with weather-damaged limbs, leaf removal and the prospect of removing dead or undesirable trees) with this type of plan. Many tree species aren't conducive to having plants grow near them due to their overshading and secretions. The types of trees on the property, their heights at maturity and their maintenance requirements are helpful information for any prospective buyer.
  
  
• Natural landscaping: Some homeowners choose to naturalize their landscape by fostering native plants and selective weeds on the property. This is not a garden strategy that appeals to most buyers or neighbors. (The homeowner may often be subjected to weed control calls from the municipality.) However, this plan should not be mistaken for an overgrown and overrun lot, since it's usually based on a defined plan. Still, many buyers have a negative view of it and respond by offering a lower purchase price.
  
  

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