subject: Fall Landscaping Mistakes [print this page] Do you have an irrigation system, but you"re unsure of how to use it this fall? While it"s obvious to water your plants during the hot, rainless summer months, there are some different rules once the temperature begins to drop. There are many misconceptions about watering your plants and Brentwood landscaping during the Fall.
In the early fall, before all of the leaves have fallen, it is vital to water your plants sparingly. During the transition from summer to autumn, it"s important to slowly wean your plants off of heavy watering. Fall and winter are not a time to water heavily to promote new growth. However, not watering them at all can cause root damage that can have serious effects on your plants as a result of the long, dry fall months.
In late autumn, once all of the tree"s leaves have fallen, it"s important to give your landscape a heavy watering. Make sure to heavily water your lawn once all the leaves have fallen, but prior to the first frost so the water can reach the plant"s roots and encourage heavy growth before the cold winter months.
Evergreen trees are especially important to give attention to in the fall. Since they keep their foliage, they do not have the same dormancy as other plants and require more watering leading up to the fall. The typical "January thaw," is a great time to water your evergreens as well due to the increased temperature.
Make sure you do not forget about your plants this fall and winter. Although they do not require as much as attention, they still need watering in order to guarantee successful growth into the new year. Your Nashville irrigation system doesn"t have to go unused this fall. Use these instructions to see happy plants this Spring!
Have you planted shrubs this fall? If not, it"s not too late! Although the air has become slightly chilly, the ground is still warm and ideal for planting shrubs. Shrubs not only add aesthetic value to your home, they can also be a great filler for privacy or an unused space. Read on to discover why you should plant shrubs this fall at your Nashville home.
While most people associate spring with planting, fall is actually a prime time to plant shrubs. Planting while the ground is still warm can give your shrubs a head start this upcoming spring. However, depending on your region, some shrubs have better luck than others this season. You can ask a TLC expert, what they suggest for your situation. Generally, firs, willows, and magnolias are better suited for the spring.
If you decide to plant shrubs this fall, there are several ways you can guarantee their growth. To start, make sure the plant"s roots are loosened before they are planted. This will give them a better chance of root growth before the first freeze. In addition, insulating your new plant with mulch such as wood or bark can help maintain the soil temperature going into winter.
When planting shrubs in the fall, there are several aspects different than spring planting. For example, you do not have to bother fertilizing the shrubs, because that will promote growth rather than the establishment of roots for winter. Also, the shrub does not need to be pruned. Pruning is another way to promote growth that can take away from root growth. If you decide to plant shrubs this fall, make sure to water them daily until the first freeze. One of the biggest mistakes planting shrubs in the fall is not watering them enough.
If you are wondering what to plant this fall before the ground freezes, put shrubs at the top of your list! The initial effort is worth the head start you will get for spring! Let the experts at TLC assist you with your shrub planting this Fall in Brentwood!
