Commercial Landscape Installation

Depending on your soil type and composition, compost and/or other nutrients may be added to the soil to encourage healthy growth. In some cases, a soil conditioner may be used to change the structure and fertility of existing or native soil. They are incorporated into the soil to help improve the vigor and overall performance of plants.

Mycorrhizal fungi are essential to plant growth, but they're often absent in urban settings, especially when soils are moved or compacted, have fertilizer and pH imbalances, or are low in organic matter. Adding these beneficial soil fungi can help improve soils and aid in plant establishment.

This helps plant roots gain better access to the nutrients they need to thrive and grow.

If necessary, we will move, add, or replace existing sprinklers and irrigation lines to accommodate watering needs and improve water management and efficiency. Another important purpose is to ensure excess water is channeled away to stormwater drains and basins.

Depending on the soil condition and type, tilling (a deeper form of cultivation) may be necessary to prepare a new planting bed or when adding large amounts of organic material. Tilling will cultivate the soil 10-25 cm (4-10 inches) deep and is typically used for planting beds that have very poor soil.

We utilize 811, a national call-before-you-dig phone number, before digging, cultivating or tilling. We then note the location of utilities, such as wires, conductor lines, etc., and mark them accordingly to avoid any damage or disruption in service.

Once we have prepared the soil, irrigation, and noted the location of utilities, planting can begin. We typically start by planting trees, large shrubs, perennials, and annuals.

Mulch and/or stone are added around trees and to the beds to control weeds, insulate against extreme temperature changes, and help with water retention/management. It also prevents soil compaction and protects from mechanical damage. In some instances, we may also add beneficial organic material to your native soil to improve it for plants. Usually, this is done by mixing in some compost as we install plants.

Fertilization is an important part of plant establishment, particularly in urban areas where much of the native topsoil is removed during development and subsoil deficient in essential nutrients becomes the new topsoil. We make sure that your new landscaping is properly fertilized and can help you establish a maintenance plan to keep it looking healthy and beautiful throughout the year.

Depending on the size and shape, stakes may be used to support trees and some shrubs and plants. Staking is necessary to hold the root ball firmly in the soil. If the root ball moves in the wind, emerging roots could be damaged and newly planted trees will take longer to establish and grow.

After finishing your installation, our installation professionals will perform a clean-up to ensure your landscape is left better than when we arrived. At this time, we will complete a site walkthrough with you to confirm our installation meets your expectations. Our Neighbourly Done Right Promise^® ensures your complete satisfaction.

We will also provide you with aftercare instructions and answer any questions to help you manage your newly installed landscaping. Pruning of newly planted plants should be limited to removing dead or damaged branches. It is important to allow new plants ample foliage to aid in photosynthesis and plant establishment.

If you have an existing sprinkler system, we will set up the watering programs to ensure your plants are receiving the right amount of water.

We typically follow these watering guidelines with the installation of new landscaping:

• 1-2 weeks after planting, water daily.
• 3-12 weeks after planting, water every 2 to 3 days.
• 12 weeks after planting, water weekly until roots are established.
• Finishing Touches

Once your new landscaping is installed, we can provide the additional features that will help it really stand out.

Edging provides a defined line between areas of your landscape. It can be done in several ways. In clay soils, it can be a simple edge cut using a spade. In situations where the soil is not as compact, steel, plastic, and stone edging will be employed to create clean, defined lines.

Outdoor lighting can also enhance the beauty and features of your landscape design in the evening. A well-designed lighting scheme is both visually appealing and increases safety and security at night.

Our plant warranties vary from location to location due to regional differences. You will receive plant warranty information when you receive your proposal from our design professional.