Planting bedsbuilt for our climate
New beds dug, amended and planted with shrubs and perennials chosen for hot, dry summers and cold winters.
How a new bed goes in
Most failed plantings come down to the soil and the first summer's watering. We deal with both.
Bed preparation
Old sod lifted, soil loosened and amended with compost before anything goes in the ground.
Plants that suit the spot
Drought-tolerant shrubs and perennials such as juniper, potentilla, lavender and coneflower for sunny beds.
Mulched to finish
Bark mulch spread 5 to 8 cm deep to hold moisture in and keep weeds down.
Watered in
Every plant soaked on the day, and a written watering schedule for its first summer.
Planting through the year
Some seasons are better than others for getting roots established.
Spring
Beds prepared and planted once the ground has thawed and dried out.
Summer
Annual displays and planters refreshed. Larger plantings wait for cooler weather.
Fall
The best window for shrubs and perennials: warm soil, cool air and less watering.
Winter
Planting plans drawn up and plants reserved for spring.
Can you plant things I've already bought?
Yes. We'll plant nursery stock you've picked out, and tell you at the estimate if a plant won't suit the spot you have in mind.
How much will I need to water?
New plantings need deep watering two or three times a week through their first summer, less in cool weather. You'll get a written schedule on planting day.
Do you remove the old plants and sod?
Yes. Removal and disposal of old sod, plants and roots is part of bed preparation and is listed on the estimate.
Get in touch
Tell us what your yard needs this season. We'll walk the property, measure what matters and send a written estimate. We reply to estimate requests within one business day.
How it works
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Call or send a message
Phone 250-555-0142 or use the estimate form. Tell us the address and what you have in mind.
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We walk the yard
We visit, look at the lawn, beds and driveway, and send a written estimate with a start date.
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Work goes on the schedule
You get a regular visit day for lawn and snow contracts, or a booked date for one-off jobs.