Tips For a Successful Home Landscape Plan

Many people claim to want quality when they look to have work done - landscaping is no different.

The basic requirements for a successful landscape job is no different for hired work or for the do-it-yourself landscaper.

Here are some tips to install a landscape for success at planting and into the future.

• Pick the Best plants! Hand pick and tag the plants for your landscape - No Exceptions.
• When installing plants (yes you do install plants) plant at the proper depth. Remember the old saying… “Dig a 20 gallon hole for a 10 gallon plant.” Do not bury the root ball or plant below grade.
• Always use the right planting mix or existing soil if healthy for the plants and acceptable.
• When trees and palms are planted prop and stake as necessary
• Water in all plant material thoroughly. Watch out for air pockets on large trees and palms make sure the air pockets get filled with soil
• As required fertilize all newly planted material
• Avoid using “Red Mulch”! Planting beds need to be mulched to the proper depths and specifications.
• Pay attention to detail. Trim and prune as necessary
• Double check the irrigation system for coverage and watering times.
• If the job is commercial do a walk through with the designer, landscape architect, or approved representative to make sure the “finished” project meets the plans and specifications. If the job is a DIY ask your spouse for a good critical eye.

All jobs large or small can benefit from following these simple tips. Now go landscape!

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