BED CREATION
Landscapes are always changing and often bed creation is the right creative solution. Plants grow old and die, irrigation fails, or expanding shade kills the lawn. There is usually something happening outside that may prompt you to make changes to your yard to compensate.

There are usually several options on how to deal with your changing landscape, and many of them include the creation or modification of bed spaces. Most people can recognize when something needs to change. It is harder to figure out exactly what to do.

How do I make my yard better?
The first thing to do as a homeowner is to figure out exactly why you want to modify your landscape. Having a purpose shapes the changes you are about to make and results in a better-finished product.

You may be looking for added privacy, an improved view, added color, or a solution to something in the yard that isn’t working. It is common to have struggling plants in a harsh sunny portion of the yard or a deeply shaded corner. There are landscape solutions for all these needs and problems.
If you are having trouble identifying what is not working with your yard, it helps to talk to someone with experience. It can be a knowledgeable friend or neighbor. There are even active landscape communities online. But often talking to a professional will help not only identify the issues, but they can help you move on to solutions as well.

Picking the wrong solution can sometimes lead to bigger problems down the road. Fast-growing trees or shrubs close to buildings can quickly become a maintenance headache. Constant trimming and even tree removal will follow. If you do not know exactly what you are doing, one problem will lead to another.

Reach out to a knowledgeable source to find the best solution. Often, the best source of information are professionals that have been dealing with landscape needs daily for years. Chances are, they have seen your issue before, and they know several good solutions to fill your needs.

Can I get my landscape done on a budget?
For a good designer, a budget is a challenge (the good kind of challenge). There are limits. Landscaping is typically much more expensive than people initially expect. But, given a reasonable budget, a good landscaper can typically find a solution. Sometimes a better solution is available with a bigger budget, but that does not mean you have to settle for a bad solution.

How do I make my yard low maintenance?
Most high maintenance yards are simply the result of poor design. Shrubs do not need much trimming when they are given plenty of space to grow. The lawn grows better when it is not shaded by poorly placed trees. Plants need less care if they are native or adapted to our area. Choices made early in the design process can impact your life for years or even decades afterward. A low maintenance yard is often just as lush and as beautiful as a high maintenance yard.

BED CREATION SERVICES
✓ Consultation & planning
✓ Cleanup of old plants/weeds and debris
✓ Planting new flowers & plants
✓ Soil amendments as necessary
✓ Grading & proper ground prep
✓ Edging Installation – Natural Edge or Steel Edging are our most popular options!
✓ Mulching – Pine Straw, Pine Bark, Hardwood, Dyed, Rocks & More!

We would love to help you fix up your yard and make it better!

WALKWAYS AND ROCKS
Rocks and stone are a great way to improve your landscaping for years to come. They can add form and function to any yard . . . and they’re a great way to save water!  Rocks can help improve shady areas, get rid of muddy spots, reduce foot traffic damage, and improve drainage.

Other ways we can use rock include extending the sides of driveways and eliminating muddy areas in side yards that get too much structural shade.

Why not grass?
Despite your best efforts (and even our professional help), some areas are just not well suited for grass.
High-traffic areas can quickly create ruts, paths, and bare spots. People and pets are hard on grass. They compact the soil and make it tough for grass to grow. Core aeration can help this compaction, but sometimes it’s better to go with the flow and create a path with stones or pavers. Shady areas are also tough on grass. You can shed a little light on the situation by opening up your canopy with tree trimming. Sometimes you might need another type of grass altogether. If that doesn’t cut it, shady areas can be a great place for a patio, sitting area, or rocky groundcover.

Upgrade your lawn with rocks, gravel, and more!