Landscape Care Guide
Landscape Care Guide
Simple, practical guidance to help your landscape establish properly and stay looking its best long-term.
Your landscape is designed to look great and perform long-term, but like any investment, it needs the right care—especially in the early stages.
This guide covers the key things to focus on so your plants establish properly and your landscape continues to look clean and well-maintained over time.
The First 30–60 Days (Critical)
Proper watering during the first 30–60 days is the most important factor in how your landscape establishes.
The first few weeks after installation are the most important part of your landscape’s long-term success.
During this time, plants are adjusting to new soil conditions and establishing their root systems.
Consistent, proper watering is critical.
Too little water can cause stress or loss. Too much water can be just as harmful, especially in areas with poor drainage.
We will provide guidance specific to your property, but the key is consistency.
Newly installed plants are spaced for growth — proper watering during this stage is critical.
Watering Guidelines
Water deeply and consistently—avoid light, frequent watering that doesn’t reach the root system.
Watering should be deep enough to reach the root zone, not just the surface.
Light, frequent watering often leads to shallow root systems, which makes plants more vulnerable over time.
Instead, water thoroughly and allow the soil to absorb moisture properly.
Adjustments may be needed based on:
- weather conditions
- sun exposure
- soil type
Water should reach the root zone, not just the surface, to help plants establish properly.
Plant Establishment & Growth
Plants may not look full immediately—growth and filling in takes time.
Newly installed plants are not fully mature.
It takes time for them to grow, fill in, and reach their intended appearance.
Spacing is intentional and allows for proper growth over time.
Overplanting may look full initially, but often leads to overcrowding and higher maintenance later.
Plants are spaced intentionally to allow for proper growth and long-term balance.
Rock & Mulch Maintenance
Proper spacing and maintenance keep rock and mulch areas clean and manageable.
Rock and mulch areas are designed for both appearance and function.
Over time, minor maintenance such as removing debris, occasional touch-ups, and managing plant growth will help keep these areas looking clean.
If spacing was done correctly during installation, long-term maintenance is significantly reduced.
Proper spacing and installation keep rock areas clean and manageable over time.
Long Term Care
Routine maintenance keeps your landscape looking clean, balanced, and consistent over time.
As your landscape matures, periodic trimming, cleanup, and plant management will help maintain its intended shape and appearance.
This is not daily maintenance, but it is ongoing.
A well-designed landscape is easier to maintain—but it is not maintenance-free.
Routine maintenance keeps the landscape looking clean, balanced, and consistent.
Common Mistakes To Avoid
Most issues come from overwatering, overcrowding, or inconsistent care early on.
The most common issues we see are:
- Overwatering or underwatering
- Adding too many additional plants
- Ignoring spacing and growth patterns
- Expecting immediate fullness
- Assuming the landscape is maintenance-free
Avoiding these early mistakes makes a significant difference in long-term results.
Overcrowded planting may look full at first, but often leads to higher maintenance and long-term issues.
