Once winter is over, the first thing many homeowners want to do is to work on the exterior of their property, ensuring their yard survived the heavy winter snow and maybe even start gardening again. However, there are a few things you should do in order to prepare for spring before you can start landscaping.
It can be exciting to look outside and realize all of the snow is gone. But that doesn’t mean you should start landscaping right away. Come up with a specific plan for your yard, and identify some key areas that you want to work on. Do you want to completely change your yard? Or do you want to simply maintain it? Are you looking to upgrade it with some new lights or a garden? These are all questions you should ask yourself before getting started.
If you are going to plant any new flowers, shrubs, or even trees, make sure you do it at the correct time. The beginning of spring is typically fine for most plants, but not all of them. Learning how to plant, grow, and maintain each type of specific plant you have in your yard is extremely important if you want them to last.
Another thing to consider is how your landscape looks when contrasted with the exterior of your home. You don’t want to be planting flowers that clash with the primary colors of your house. You should also avoid planting too many large shrubs or trees near your home, because you don’t want your house to become completely obscured behind leaves and branches.
Take advantage of these tips when you begin the spring landscaping process, and remember to contact us any time you need new lights for your property!