Garden Plantings

Garden plantings, often referred to as softscaping, are an essential component of any landscape project, adding a touch of life, colour, and texture that transforms a property from a plain grass yard into a vibrant and inviting space. They soften harsh lines, create visual interest, and provide a sense of privacy and seclusion.

Plantings can also serve as a natural air filter, absorbing pollutants and releasing oxygen, contributing to a healthier environment. Additionally, planting native plants can attract beneficial insects and pollinators, supporting biodiversity and fostering a thriving ecosystem.

Our designers will choose plants and trees with care, ensuring that your outdoor haven has a variety of eye-catching elements for each season. Blossoming plants offer bursts of colour and aroma, while carefully placed trees can save energy expenses and provide shade. Our experienced and knowledgeable team takes great care when installing plant materials to ensure the best possible results.

There are different types of plant varieties and sizes that can be used for any garden bed. The different varieties and types are listed below.

Annual Plantings

Because of their colourful blooms and varied leaves, annuals are frequently used as filler plants, bringing a pop of color and texture to draw attention to particular areas of a property. Since they are seasonal, they are normally pulled in the fall, when their growing season comes to an end. This makes it possible to introduce fresh annual types every spring, offering a constantly evolving and new look. Begonias, fall mums, and petunias are examples of common variations.

Perennial Plants

Perennial plants offer year-round beauty for the landscape. These resilient, low maintenance plants return season after season, providing a variety of colour and texture. While they may take a few years to reach their full maturity, patience is well rewarded with plants that grow larger and more robust with each passing season.

Hostas, with their captivating foliage, ornamental grasses that sway gracefully in the breeze, and vibrant bulbs that welcome the arrival of spring are just a few examples of the diverse and captivating perennials available. These plants offer a variety of colors and shapes, creating a vibrant and ever-changing garden for years to come.

Evergreens

Evergreen plants retain their leaves throughout the year, providing a constant splash of green against often desolate winter landscapes. They can add a sense of stability and structure to the garden. Adding other plants to the garden bed can provide a vibrant burst of color during the growing season.

Evergreens may be vulnerable to harsh winter weather conditions, especially wind burn and salt damage, which can result in browning and deformity. Burlap wrapping may be required during the colder months, creating a protective barrier against the elements.

Evergreens are a desired feature of winter gardens because they provide a refreshing visual contrast and a sense of life throughout the dormant season.

Popular evergreen choices for garden beds include boxwoods, yews, euonymous, junipers, and cedars, each having unique textures and shapes.

Shrubs

Shrubs are incredibly adaptable plants that fall somewhere between ground cover and tree. They may be used in a variety of ways to give a landscape garden bed personality and visual interest. Shrubs, which usually have a height of 2 to 10 feet, provide a unique combination of color, texture, and form.

They can form boundaries or act as focal points because of their versatility. The choice of shrub depends entirely on the project’s specific needs, whether it be a burst of color from a flowering dogwood clump, the fragrant blossoms of a lilac bush, or the delicate beauty of serviceberries.

Trees

When it comes to landscaping, the size and type of trees vary depending on project specifications. Whether a client desires the vibrant seasonal changes of deciduous trees like maple, magnolia, or oak, or the year-round greenery of evergreens, we can tailor the selection to their needs.

The location of the tree plays a crucial role in determining its size; a towering oak might be perfect for providing shade and privacy in a large yard, while a smaller dogwood could be ideal for adding visual interest to a smaller garden.

Beyond aesthetics, trees serve functional purposes as well. They can be strategically placed to create natural screens, blocking unwanted views or providing a sense of seclusion.

Our goal is to work collaboratively with clients, understanding their vision for their property’s future. By carefully considering the size, type, and placement of trees, we can create a landscape that is not only visually appealing but also contributes to the overall functionality and enjoyment of the space.