Planting

Planting is the process of establishing trees, shrubs, flowers, or vegetables in your landscape to enhance curb appeal, create privacy, or grow your own food. Whether you're designing a perennial garden, adding foundation shrubs, or starting a backyard vegetable patch, the right approach makes all the difference. Angi helps you find local pros and practical guidance to bring your planting vision to life.

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Planting Articles and Advice
Jess Lynk  •  Jun 15, 2026
Balcony Planting Ideas: 7 Ways to Start a Garden in a Small Space
Looking for balcony planting ideas and inspiration? Breathe life into your outdoor space by planting a balcony garden. We’ve collected seven helpful hints on how to use pots and plants to inspire the small space of your dreams.
Caroline Gilbert  •  May 22, 2026
Charming Butterfly Garden Ideas to Refresh Your Yard
These adorable butterfly garden ideas, plants, and design tips will help you bring colorful winged visitors to your garden year after year. Then, use our printable coloring pages and garden log to get the whole family involved in your garden.
Mariel Loveland  •  May 22, 2026
How to Plant Bamboo: Care, Cost, and Containment Tips
Learn how to plant bamboo for beauty or privacy—or both. Find out how much sun these plants need, if it’s invasive, and how much it costs.
Mariel Loveland  •  May 22, 2026
The Ultimate Late Garden Planting Guide for Wherever You Live
If you think you’ve missed the planting season, think again. Late garden planting is a delicate art, but it’s possible with the right know-how.
Katy Willis  •  May 22, 2026
How to Choose Perennial Flowers So Your Garden Flourishes
Use our expert guide to choose the right perennial flowers for your home, whether you want to create a manicured space or a traditional cottage garden.
Mariel Loveland  •  May 22, 2026
7 Climbing Plant Combinations for a Stunning Landscape
Sometimes two is better than one. These climbing plant combinations are better in pairs, from clematis and climbing roses to hydrangea and Virginia creeper.
Ginny Bartolone  •  May 22, 2026
Go Green: The Best Plants for Every Room in Your Home
Want to add more plants to your home? Here are the best plant types for each room—from the bathroom to the bedroom.
Alison Kasch  •  May 22, 2026
Here’s What You Need to Know About Planting Flowers in Mulch
Think about bringing in a new addition to your flower bed? Don’t let a layer of mulch dampen your plans for planting. Find out how to plant flowers in mulch.
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Common Planting Questions

You should exercise care when deciding how to landscape over a leach field for your septic system. You typically want lightweight materials that won’t damage the drain field’s perforated pipes. When adding plants to the area, select plants with shallow roots, such as grass or flower gardens. Trees with deep roots could damage the pipes in the field.

The best time to plant a privet hedge is autumn, ideally October or early November. Fall is the best time to plant privet hedges because young plants need plenty of water to jump-start their growth, and it typically rains more during this season. However, you can also successfully plant privets in the spring.

The bottom of a window box is all about proper drainage. Start by drilling some holes in the bottom to help accomplish this. Once you are finished, choose between stones, gravel, pea gravel, or simple pebbles. Pile 1 to 2 inches of your preferred material on the bottom. These materials allow water to filter through the soil before being pushed out of the bottom.

DIY home gardening can be relaxing, joyful, and cost-effective. From mowing your lawn to planting your own flower beds, there is a wide variety of gardening tasks that you can do yourself to make your yard look beautiful. If you’d rather spend your time not in the dirt, or if you’d like someone to take care of your plants for you, calling a professional gardening service is best. They can give you a workup of what services you’ll need and how often to schedule them.

Monkey grass is easy to care for and extremely hardy. It grows slowly and tolerates a wide range of sunlight and soil conditions, so it’s not likely to require fertilizer. The most notable maintenance step is annual pruning in the late winter to early spring, which will help manage its length and keep it healthy and thriving.