When is the best time to plant?

• <div><p>The best time to plant is between spring and autumn. Springtime weather is typically mild and is when nurseries start to bloom. When the summer weather arrives and it’s hot out, it’s best to avoid planting bare-root plants, but you can still plant many in-container varieties. The first sign of fall is another great opportunity to plant biennials if you live in southern states, or a lovely vegetable garden up north.</p></div>

What kind of plants can I place under my rain chain or downspout?

• <div><p>Unless it only rains once in a blue moon where you live, you’re going to want water-loving plants in your garden bed or pot. A few ideas for plants that aren’t super fast-growing (meaning they’re good in pots or near foundations) and can handle a lot of standing water include: </p><ul><li><p>Acorus (Sweet flag)</p></li><li><p>Colocasia esculenta (Taro or elephant ear): In many climates, these are annuals, making them less desirable because you need to adjust the chain again after each replant.</p></li><li><p>Equisetum scirpoides (Dwarf horsetail rush): non-dwarf varieties of horsetail are fast growers and can take over quickly.</p></li><li><p>Juncus effusus (Curly rush)</p></li><li><p>Osmunda regalis (Royal fern): Royal fern can grow quickly but can also handle being crowded, making them good container plants.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: How do I slope water away from my house?

• <div><p>The soil around your foundation should slope down and away from your home, not toward it. If the grading drops the farther you are from your home, you can enhance the slope by removing more soil. Mark off a few feet from your house and dig up some of this soil. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-do-i-regrade-around-my-house-foundation.htm">Regrading around your fountain</a> should encourage water to flow away from your home and not collect or &ldquo;pond.&rdquo; </p></div>

Q: How long does it take to establish a moss lawn?

• <div><p>Moss attaches to the ground but doesn&rsquo;t have roots, so it can take four to six weeks for establishment to begin. It takes between 12 and 18 months for full coverage, and maximum thickness takes about two years. Keep your moss moist and debris-free to ensure it establishes itself well.</p></div>

Q: Will foundation planting affect the drainage around my home?

• <div><p>As with anything you do near your foundation, you&rsquo;ll want to ensure proper drainage when you plant your foundation beds. Your drainage should run downhill from the highest point against your foundation to avoid water intrusion and incurring expensive <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-foundation-repair-cost.htm">foundation repair costs</a>.</p></div>

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Jake was very professional and detailed. He explained what branches needed trimming and maintained the beauty of our old tree. Super friendly guy and trustworthy! Youâ ll be in good hands with Element Landscaping!
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Reviewed in April 2024
Chris and his crew have been working with me for 3 years. They have performed many projects including hardscape, landscaping, tree removal and stump removal. I recommend them to everyone! He and his team always work hard and go above and beyond for their customers.
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Reviewed in August 2019
We’re extremely pleased with the beautiful job Delanson Gardens did on my mother’s grounds. She had had past negative experiences with two other local so-called “landscaping” companies, who only wanted to mow and dump weedkiller so they could go on to multiple other jobs the same day, but...
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Reviewed in March 2013
Chris and Chris were wonderful to work with, and I will call them again if I need any landscape lighting done (their real specialty I'm told). Chris answered my very first call, was able to come by to give me an estimate in less than 24 hours, and scheduled and completed the work 2 days after...
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Reviewed in June 2012
Peter Pesta at New Wave Landscaping is a great guy. He called right back and came by to look at the place before he gave me a quote. He is very professional.
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Reviewed in March 2009
Bud was extremely knowledgeable. He has an extened backround in horticulture and gave us a secure feeling with his designs and plant choices. The most important factor is that he was prompt and the job was completed as specified in a good timely manner...I would recommend this company for...
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