On beautiful winter days, we may get an urge to start working on our landscapes. But is it safe to landscape in winter? What are some things we can do to start preparing our outdoor spaces for the fun days ahead? https://t.co/zjeyM9JKVD
What Are My Landscaping Must-Dos for Winter? It’s best to turn your focus to tidying up and keeping plants healthy in the cold months. Here are some of the most important winter landscaping tasks:
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What Should I Do If Snow or Ice Damages My Trees? While we may not be able to work miracles with extensive damage, we can often prune trees and shrubs back to health and restore their shape.
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What Fruit Trees Grow Well in Northern Virginia? Not all fruit trees grow perfectly everywhere, so it’s important to know which trees to choose based on the climate and soil conditions in Northern Virginia.
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Do Snow and Ice Damage Trees and Shrubs? Heavy snow and ice can damage trees and shrubs. Improper snow removal can also hurt fragile plants. That’s why preparing trees and shrubs
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Can Hardscaping Projects Happen in Winter? There’s a misconception that hardscaping projects can’t happen in winter because of cold temperatures and weather events.
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What Happens If I Prune at the Wrong Time? Pruning at the right time keeps plants healthy and promotes growth while pruning too early or late can cause problems.
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What Are the Most Popular Outdoor Lighting Options? Pathway and sidewalk lights boost your physical safety and home security. They also protect your landscaping by helping visitors stick to the path.
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When Should I Prune My Plants, Shrubs, and Trees? As the leaves fall and winter approaches, our thoughts turn to pruning as trees grow bare and dormant. Late winter is an excellent time to prune many trees and shrubs.
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What Are the Benefits of Fall Mulching? Fall is an excellent time to apply a protective layer of mulch. It helps your soil retain moisture, prevents erosion, and prevents weeds from popping up when spring rolls around.
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What Happens to Grass in the Winter? Winter is the time to care for and protect your lawn. It helps to know a little bit about what’s going on with those beautiful blades while we’re spending more time inside.
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Can I Start a Landscaping Project in the Fall? While fall can be a quieter season, it’s also ideal for launching landscaping projects. There are tons of plantings and other elements we can start in the fall.
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What Are Some Tips for Tackling Drainage Problems? A well-designed drainage system is your best bet for comprehensive management of runoff issues. However, you and your landscaper can take additional steps to prevent drainage problems.
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What Landscaping Elements are Most Important With a New Home? When landscaping a new home, considerations include your budget and lot size. However, we usually recommend starting with some basics elements:
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What Should I Ask My Landscaper About Fall Landscaping? Summer is winding down. All the growing and blooming, mowing, and weeding will soon slow and stop. But that doesn’t mean it’s time to turn away from your landscape. In fact...
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What Should I Consider When Landscaping a New Build? Many new homeowners aren’t aware that landscaping is almost entirely their responsibility. It presents challenges but also opportunities to shape your own outdoor spaces.
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What Are The Best Yard Drainage Systems? We have several options for yard drainage, and we often use them together as part of an integrated system.
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Landscaping Tips for Your Driveway. When we landscape the entrance to a driveway, we seek to preserve visibility while adding color and freshness. We also look for plants that are low-maintenance and can handle water runoff.
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What Should I Ask My Landscaper About Fall Landscaping? Summer is winding down, and little by little, the leaves are letting go of their branches. But that doesn’t mean it’s time to turn away from your landscape.
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