Why Fall Is the Best Time to Update Your Landscape
Fall is here, and with it comes trick-or-treating, changing leaves and crisp temperatures. It’s also a great time to work with a landscape company to update your yard. Whether you want to do a complete overhaul or just need to improve the curb appeal, fall is the best time to update your landscaping.
As you know, Southern California gets its fair share of sunshine and heat throughout spring and summer. Fall’s more moderate temperatures make it the perfect time to establish new plants.
Here are some reasons why you should consider landscaping this fall:
Less stress on your plants: The cool temperatures of October, November and early December are ideal for your plants. When you plant flowers, shrubs and trees in the dead of summer, the heat and shock can kill them off. In the fall, the leaves aren’t going to be stressed or scorched by the sun. The roots require less water, too. It’s a more pleasant overall experience for your plants, which will have just enough sunshine and water to establish themselves.
Cooler temperatures make work easier: Cooler temperatures also make it easier to do the hard physical labor that comes with landscaping. Whether you’re doing it yourself or working with a landscape company like RainforestLA, Inc., there are more workable hours in the day. That means your landscaping can get done significantly faster.
Lower maintenance and watering: After your plants have been planted in the new yard, you’ll enjoy less watering and lower maintenance. Cooler temperatures mean your plants and trees won’t be as “thirsty” as they would be in the summer. That means less time spent taking care of your garden, and more time to spend enjoying it.
Invest in smaller plants: Another bonus to fall landscaping: you can buy smaller plants. Smaller plants have less of a root ball to unwind, so they’re less likely to suffer from shock when they’re replanted. They’ll be able to establish themselves faster than a larger plant. Plus, they’re easier to move around, and they’re usually cheaper, too.
Wait to plant your trees: Not feeling like you want to plant your trees right away? You can wait several weeks until the leaves fall off. Los Angeles weather allows us to plant trees well into the late fall. If the leaves are already gone, your tree will devote all its energy to establishing the roots.
Easier to see where plants are needed: Finally, fall can make it much easier to see where plants are needed. The foliage is usually less lush, so you can critically evaluate the landscaping. Any “holes” or sparse areas can be replanted with new (smaller) plants.
If you’ve been thinking about landscaping your yard, now is the perfect time to do so. When you work with a landscaping company like RainforestLA, Inc., you’ll get the professional planting advice and services you need. Whatever your landscaping goals may be, we can help you achieve your vision. Get in touch with us today to learn more and schedule a consultation.
