Most of us know which items in our home are worth a few bob, and which wouldn't even be worth the postage cost on eBay.
But have you ever thought about what the plants and trees in your garden are worth?
If you haven't, it might be worth having a look at what's out there as some could be worth thousands of pounds.
According to online garden management platform Shootgardening.co.uk in partnership with Tendercare.co.uk , certain trees could increase the value of your home by up to £8,500.
The most valuable tree is a Chinese Magnolia, which are known for their large, fragrant blossoms, thick, dark green leaves and striking seed pods.
Up next is the Evergreen Yew, Oak or Portuguese Laurel topiary (2.5m), which could be worth up to £1,900.
In third place is a multi-stem Flowering Cherries, which could get you an extra £1,800.
The Cut Leaved Japanese Maple can cost you £1,500 if it's between 3m and 3.5m tall.
The Evergreen Magnolia Grandiflora can also get you £1,500.
The Chinese Windmill Palm, Olive Tree and Weeping Birch are also on the list.
If you're not sure if you have one of these plants in your garden, Tendercare has put together a list of tips on how to check.
Shape – Some trees have a very distinctive appearance and shape, such as an English oak or a weeping willow, which can make them easy to identify. Shape is a key factor when identifying both deciduous and conifer trees.
Leaves – Leaf type, appearance, texture, colour and shape are all clues when identifying trees. They can also be the most obvious feature, particularly in the spring and summer months. Broadleaves usually signal a deciduous tree and will fall into one of two categories: simple (whole leaves that are not divided) or compound (a leaf with two or more distinct leaflets). Needles or scales will likely point to a conifer and will usually present all year.
Bark – A tree’s bark is one of its most obvious features, but if you look closer at the texture, colour and markings, it may give you key information. Does the bark have peeling flakes? Is it white, red or green? Does it look smooth and shiny, or does it have a pattern of ridges? Don’t forget that bark develops as a tree grows, so younger trees can have different bark compared to mature trees.
Flowers – Identifying flowering trees is a task best undertaken when they’re in bloom! Flowers will bloom in all shapes, sizes arrangements and colours depending on the species of tree – all features that will help you to identify your tree.
Fruits – At the right time of year, fruits and even seeds provide useful clues to help identify trees. Look at the colour, texture, shape and size, and consider opening the fruit to get a closer look.
