Planning and Consultation* Guide

*A yard consultation can involve

the entire yard or one specific area.

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Planning:

   

How big is the project?

Selecting the right plants for the area.

[sun/shade  wet/dry]

Placing decorative walls and retaining walls

Determine the style, the look and the feel desired

Is xeriscape a viable option or a necessity?

Planning for seasonal color.

Where do I start?

Are special gardens desired?

Laying out flower beds

Locating patios and pathways

How will this project be irrigated?

Plant identification is important.





How and when to prune


What ground covering should be used?


Should some plants be replaced?

Evaluating existing landscape:

   

This is not a  yellow snapdragon!

Dalmatian Toadflax Linaria dalmatica

It is classified as a noxious weed or weed seed.

Plant problems:

   

Systemic plant problems


Insect problems


Moisture problems


Rodents

Weather  Issues:

   

Privacy Issues:





Yard and Pets:






Developing Special garden areas:





Attracting Critters:

   

Delivering needed water in summer


Snow removal


Drainage problems


Winter damage


Hedge vs shade trees


Screening with fence


Controlling foot traffic


What plants will they leave alone?


Plant protection


Pet protection


Flower cutting garden


Vegetable garden


Rock Garden


Bird cover


Attracting hummingbirds and butterflies