During the first two weeks your plants, foliage, and trees
are very sensitive to their new home. Please be aware that
your care and attention given at this time is very important
for the lifespan, health, and beauty of your yard.

It is very important to pay attention to the weather. Please
use discretion when deciding how much your plants need
to be watered and cared for.

things to look for:

Your plants may sometimes go into shock when planted
or transplanted. On occasion the leaves will turn brown and
fall off. Do not be alarmed. Continue watering plant as
instructed, and within two weeks new growth should return
to plant. If this does not occur, please contact us.

If a plant is wilting, water it immediately. Deprivation of
water will result in the death of the plant, especially when
there is hot weather and rainfall is scarce.

If the tips of the leaves turn yellow, then the plant is being
over watered. Do not water for a few days or until soil dries
and water evaporates. If the plant is over watered, the roots
will rot, causing the plant to die.

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WATERING

Depending on the weather, rainfall, and heat, plants will
need to be irrigated at least twice a day if the temperature
continuously exceeds 80F, and once if days are mildly warm.
Please use discretion, and note that the heat index is a factor.

Always water your plants at their base, near the root
structures, ensuring irrigation. Do not spray the leaves and
flowers because they will burn in the midday sun.

For small plants and shrubs:
Water at roots for about 10 seconds.

For larger shrubs and trees:
Water at roots for about 2 minutes.
For large trees, guide your water hose into ground
next to the root ball, and hold for about two minutes.

Alternative: Leave hose on a trickle for 30 minutes.

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CARE OF SOD

Sod must be watered twice daily for the first two weeks.
Two inches of irrigation is necessary each day, weather
permitting. It is not easy to over water sod.

LONG-TERM MAINTENANCE

Pruning:
All newly transplanted plants will not require pruning
or maintenance until the following Spring. If you find this
absolutely necessary, it must only a very light trimming.

Perennials:
Perennials will need to be cut back in Spring. If they are
cut down before the Fall and Winter months you will
decrease the likelihood of the plants survival through the
Winter. Dead foliage protects the plant from harsh
conditions, preserving its longevity and structure.

If you have any questions on the care and maintenance
of your new landscape, do not hesitate to give us a call.

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