Landscaping is an excellent way to enhance the curb appeal of any property. It adds beauty, color, and interest to your space while providing a number of more practical benefits like improved drainage, erosion control, and better air quality. Landscaping is also adds necessary appeal to your home to draw potential buyers if you are selling. But the benefit that I would site as being the most important is that it makes your house more attractive and useful to you. Your back yard should be your escape where you can relax or entertain, play ball with your kids, or with the family dog. Your landscaping should be good for your lifestyle and should be both beautiful and functional.