As the weather cools, spending time outside might not be top of mind. However, fall is an excellent time to plan a landscaping project. For all of your landscaping needs contact Landscape Charlie serving the greater Shorewood, MN area.
Fresh Observations
Reflect on your outdoor space from the spring and summer. Did you wish for more space to entertain, more color, or notice that your deck is aging? Perhaps your shrubs and trees need trimming, or you’d like an exterior light or firepit to extend your outdoor season into cooler nights. Capture these ideas while they’re fresh in your mind, as they will guide your designer in creating the perfect outdoor space.
Planning Takes Time
Consider how you’ll use your outdoor space and who will use it. Whether entertaining guests, cooking meals, gathering around a fire, starting a garden, or enhancing your home’s curb appeal, think through your needs. Also, consider your preferred level of yard maintenance and whether your landscape could benefit from an exterior lighting plan for added safety and visual interest.
Start roughing out a budget for your project, and consider financing options if needed. Unlike interior renovations, landscape projects can be done in stages. By planning in the fall or winter, you can focus on different areas over time.
Off-Season Advantages
Fall often provide more scheduling flexibility for landscape design firms. At Landscape Charlie, we’ll work closely with you to sketch a plan based on your vision. We’ll discuss your ideas, review inspirational pictures, and visit your home to take measurements and assess the site.
After visiting, we’ll create a preliminary design plan and provide an estimate. Over the coming months, we can refine the plan to meet your exact needs and coordinate with contractors to ensure everything is set.
Ready to Roll
Starting your landscape design means you’ll be ready to go when the weather improves. In spring or fall, we can begin by removing any unwanted plants or structures and grading the site for hardscaping features like patios, pathways, or walls. Once these are in place, we can bring in plants, allowing you to enjoy your new landscape as soon as possible.
If you’re considering a complete transformation of your landscape, we’d love to hear your ideas. Contact Landscape Charlie to set up a consultation and start bringing your vision to life.
