Looking for ideas for low maintenance landscaping for rentals

[Jim Kalish]

I think first impressions can make a big difference.  So when a perspective tenant pulls up to one of our properties the curb appeal has an immediate impact.  We put a lot of effort into the condition of our homes for rent and have even helped neighbors make their properties look better.  But we are absolutely terrible at coming up with an attractive, low maintenance landscape design that is repeatable.  We tried a couple of local guys but it gets expensive and the end results aren't the best.  If anyone has any resources or suggestions other than talk to local landscape maintenance guys I would be very grateful.

Thanks