MG Landscape
Plantings succeed when each plant suits its site, from the light and soil to the drainage and the care it will receive. We help choose shrubs, perennials, and trees suited to western-suburb conditions, prepare the soil properly, and space each plant for its mature size. Every plant is set at the right depth, watered in, and left with clear aftercare instructions, so the beds continue to look right as they grow in.
A one-time project. Many clients add the new beds to an ongoing maintenance plan afterward.
On site: A few hours for a small bed refresh. Larger planting plans, or projects that include trees, can take several days.
What The Visit Includes
- A review of sun, shade, soil, and drainage
- Plant selection suited to the site and your preferred level of care
- Planting holes prepared and amended as the soil requires
- Plants set at the correct depth, with roots loosened
- Spacing planned for mature size
- Watering in, with clear aftercare instructions
- Optional mulch finish around the new plantings
How We Handle The Details
- Heavy clay is amended, and drainage considered, before anything is planted.
- Soil and mulch are kept off the root flare of trees and shrubs.
- Utility lines and irrigation are located before any large bed is dug.
- Plants near drives and walks are chosen to tolerate road salt, and deer-resistant varieties are suggested where deer are common.
Questions Before You Book
When is the best time to plant?
Spring and early fall give roots the best start before summer heat or winter cold. Summer planting is possible with careful watering, but it is less forgiving, and we may suggest waiting for cooler weather.
Are the plants guaranteed?
Any warranty depends on the plant, the season, and the aftercare. Whatever applies will be written into your estimate.
Why are the plants spaced so far apart?
Because they will grow. Close spacing looks full at first but quickly becomes crowded. Proper spacing may look open for a season, then looks right for years. We'll walk you through the layout before planting.
Can you plant something I have already bought?
Usually, if it suits the spot. If a plant is wrong for deep shade, heavy clay, or a wet corner, we'll let you know before it goes in the ground.