When we see the front yards, we always notice the trees. Sometimes the trees are just right--they are shaped nicely, they're healthy, and they're the right size for the house and yard. In this case, the tree is an asset.
Sometimes, though, the trees really detract from the house, really bringing down the curb appeal. Trees that are unhealthy, or badly pruned, or too big or too small, or just plain ugly are not an asset to a home. They are an eyesore.
I offer you my first photos of Seattle area houses. Are the trees an asset? Or are they an eyesore?
The following photos were taken in the same Mukilteo cul-de-sac.
House #1
Beautifully landscaped yard with a lovely variety of trees and bushes . . . except for . . .
this cherry tree by the front door. What an unattractive pruning job!
House #2
This house is quite beautiful and large. But what is the centerpiece of the yard?
What is that? An umbrella tree? I don't know, but it's far too small for the house. Plus it in unnatural, misshapen, and unhealthy. Time to remove this sad little tree and re-plant.
House #3
What do you think of these three trees? Asset? or Eyesore?
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