New Landscaping is a great way to add curb appeal to any home. After making the decision to invest in your home it is vital to take the next steps to insure that your landscaping lasts for years to come!!
Watering
The most Important thing to remember with any kind of landscaping, especially new plantings is WATER!! Different factors such as wind, rain, and heat can affect the frequency and amount of water that your new shrubs and trees will need to grow. After planting, it is important to heavily water the plants. This should continue the first two weeks to make sure that the root systems are able to be established. A sprinkler and rain alone will NOT be enough water for your new plants when they are first planted. The proper way to water is leaving the hose at the base of the plant for a few seconds before going on to the next. Larger shrubs and trees will require a longer watering time due to the depth of the root ball.
- The soil should be moist at all times, not soggy or dry
- A sprinkler will NOT be enough water for new plants
- The first two weeks are crucial for deep watering
- Deeper watering = deeper roots
- Larger shrubs/trees require more water
After the first two weeks of watering you should still maintain some sort of a watering schedule. We would recommend around 2-3 times per week depending on the amount of rain and heat. However, during the first full season you should never let your plants fully dry out. Once the roots systems are fully established (1 year) a regular sprinkler will likely work for your entire landscaping. It is important to monitor weather conditions and continue to water plants in the case of a drought or dry weather.
Fertilization
Fertilizer is very important for the longevity of your new landscaping. However, it is best to hold off on any kind of fertilizer for the first season. Your new shrubs are currently in shock and fertilizing them right off the bat will worsen their situation. The first season allows your new plants to begin establishing their root systems in their new home.
After the first season, fertilization will be very important to maintain the health of your landscaping. It is best to fertilize once in the spring and then once in the fall. Do NOT over fertilize your plants as this can be very harmful to their root systems. Please consult with a fertilization specialist to discuss the best fertilizer and process to take for your specific landscape!
Insect & Disease Prevention
Now that your home looks terrific with your new landscape you do not want to lose your precious investment to bugs or other diseases. It is always a good idea to look into treatments for damaging aphids or other insects or diseases. Instead of your new landscaping only lasting for a few years, a small investment into the protection of it could add decades on to its life span! We strongly recommend consulting with a disease professional to ensure the longevity of your landscaping!
Routine Maintenance
Here at Double A Landscaping our goal is to ensure that your home brightens the entire neighborhood for years to come! Weeding, mulching, and pruning are vital to the health and longevity of your shrubs! Mulch is especially important because it holds moisture in the soil that shrubs desperately need to thrive in their environment. We would love to help keep your landscaping looking great through one of our many maintenance programs. Reach out out to us to see which program would be a good fit for your specific landscape! 716-598-9933
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