Just
because it’s fall doesn’t mean you can’t make use of your landscaper. We’re
brimming with ideas about how to make your landscaping design beautiful and
sustainable throughout the entire year. So with the cooler months fast, approaching, we thought you might like to know
what kind of questions to ask your landscaper — and what types of tips and
tricks we have for maintain your space.
1.
Ask about credentials first. Not all landscaping companies have
the right experience for your space. So when you’re looking into professional
landscaping, ask how many customers they have in the area. You want someone who knows the soil, the
water table, the types of local plants and trees, and so on.
2.
Ask about yearly services. Sustainable landscape design is
about the long haul, not the short term. When you work with a landscaper, ask
him/her what kind of services the company offers for fall plantings and
maintenance, not just what the contractors will do in the spring.
3.
Ask about fall lawn care. When the rains fall, you could get
puddles on your lawn. This puddling will rot the roots of your grass. So ask
your landscaper about aeration services, as well fertilization and seeding
services. Even though it seems odd to
seed your lawn in fall, since the winter months will soon be here, but a thick,
healthy lawn begins long before the growing season.
4.
Ask about bulbs. Not every flower that blooms in
spring should be planted in spring. If you’re a fan of spring bulbs, talk about
incorporating them into your landscaping design in the fall. Then you can be
sure that they’ll spout right in time.
5.
Ask about your shrubbery. Some flowering shrubs need extra
TLC in the winter, because they’re a bit too delicate for colder weather. If you’re unsure whether you need to wrap
your shrubs, ask your landscaper. Better
yet, see if there are landscaping companies that are willing to wrap them for
you as part of your yearly service package.
6.
Ask about your hardscaping. Just because your patios and
walkways aren’t alive doesn’t mean they don’t need some care, too! For a sustainable
landscape design, see what preparatory services your landscape contractors
offer for retaining walls, decks and driveways. You might only need a power
wash — or you might need a coat of sealant.
7.
Ask about tree trimming. Overreaching boughs and branches
are not only unattractive, but they can cause a safety hazard. Ask your landscaper
about removing unwanted branches and limbs before it gets too chilly, so you
can avoid potential damage during harsh winter storms.
Your landscaping
design doesn’t have to hibernate this fall: let us help you keep your home
beautiful throughout the entire year! For more landscaping design ideas, give
Jersey Landscaping, LLC a call. We’ll help you plan the right course of action
for your yard, so that you’re all ready for spring. And if you’re looking to
increase your time outdoors into three seasons, we can help there too. Ask us
about our outdoor landscaping designs involving fire pits, outdoor kitchens and
brick ovens. From lawn care to remodeling, we’re always ready to help!
