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Transform your landscape into a year-round masterpiece with strategic planning and thoughtful plant selection. A four-season garden ensures your outdoor space remains vibrant and engaging throughout the entire year.
Spring Splendor
Early Bloomers:
• Crocus
• Daffodils
• Tulips
• Hyacinths
• Cherry blossoms
• Forsythia
• Rhododendrons
Spring Maintenance:
• Soil preparation
• Mulch application
• Early pruning
• Pest prevention
• Fertilization
• Weed control
• New plantings
Summer Glory
Heat-Loving Plants:
• Hydrangeas
• Black-eyed Susans
• Lavender
• Daylilies
• Roses
• Ornamental grasses
• Butterfly bushes
Summer Care:
• Regular watering
• Deadheading
• Pest management
• Pruning schedule
• Fertilization
• Weed control
• Disease prevention
Fall Features
Autumn Stars:
• Japanese maples
• Burning bushes
• Chrysanthemums
• Asters
• Ornamental grasses
• Sedum
• Virginia creeper
Fall Preparation:
• Leaf management
• Plant protection
• Soil amendments
• Bulb planting
• Pruning
• Clean-up
• Winter prep
Winter Interest
Cold-Weather Heroes:
• Evergreens
• Red-twig dogwood
• Holly
• Winterberry
• Witch hazel
• Ornamental grasses
• Birch trees
Winter Protection:
• Anti-desiccation
• Snow protection
• Wildlife management
• Structure maintenance
• Ice prevention
• Plant monitoring
• Damage control
Design Principles
Year-Round Planning:
• Layered plantings
• Succession blooming
• Texture variety
• Color coordination
• Height variation
• Focal points
• Seasonal transitions
Structural Elements
Permanent Features:
• Hardscaping
• Garden structures
• Water features
• Lighting design
• Pathways
• Seating areas
• Art elements
Maintenance Schedule
Seasonal Tasks:
• Weekly routines
• Monthly checks
• Seasonal transitions
• Equipment needs
• Resource planning
• Weather response
• Special care
Plant Selection Tips
Key Considerations:
• Climate zone
• Soil conditions
• Light requirements
• Growth patterns
• Maintenance needs
• Color combinations
• Bloom times
Color Throughout Seasons
Strategic Planning:
• Spring pastels
• Summer brights
• Fall foliage
• Winter berries
• Bark interest
• Foliage contrast
• Flower succession
Wildlife Attraction
Year-Round Benefits:
• Bird-friendly plants
• Pollinator support
• Winter food sources
• Shelter options
• Water access
• Native species
• Habitat creation
Creating a successful four-season garden requires careful planning and plant selection. The key is combining plants that offer different types of interest throughout the year, from early spring blooms to winter architectural elements.
Ready to transform your garden into a year-round showcase? Contact us for professional design and installation services that will ensure your landscape remains beautiful in every season.
Remember: A well-designed four-season garden isn’t just about plants – it’s about creating an outdoor space that offers beauty, interest, and enjoyment throughout the entire year.
