Whether you own a landscaping company or are looking to improve your own yard, a landscaping project can be a major undertaking for anyone. You’ll need to determine the size and scope of the job and what you want to accomplish while considering budget, resources and time.

When Should You Begin a Landscaping Project?

Several factors influence the best time to start landscaping work, but it’s important to consider them all:

1. Time of Year

With sometimes harsh temperatures in the winter or late summer (in Pennsylvania), landscaping is typically best done in the spring, early summer or fall. Both spring and fall are great seasons to plant trees, shrubs, flowers or anything with mature roots. In the fall, roots are typically dormant which allows plenty of time for a tree to develop its roots. In the spring, the weather is not yet too extreme and typically offers sunshine and rain, which help stimulate plant and root growth.

2. Plant Selection and Timing

Additionally, plants oftentimes have optimal planting schedules and vary in hardiness, so picking appropriate plants for the season should factor in when deciding what plants to landscape with. For example, if you are transplanting a mature tree, doing so in late spring might not give the roots enough time to recover.

3. Consider Resources and Budget

Landscaping typically has several phases including digging/excavating, mulching and planting. It’s important to ensure you can access the equipment, plants, tools and staff you need for each phase and allot the correct amount of time for each phase of your landscaping project.

Contact One Call Rentals for Your Landscaping Equipment Needs

One Call Rentals offers daily, weekly and monthly rates. Whether you are looking to landscape your yard for a weekend or own a landscaping company, One Call Rentals can offer a practical solution for your needs. If you’re looking to purchase equipment, Cleveland Brothers offers an assortment of high-quality equipment to make the job easier. Explore our inventory of new, used and rental compact machines, such as skid steer loaders, mini excavators and compact track loaders. Additionally, browse our attachments to enhance the functionality and versatility of your equipment.

Contact us today to learn more about our equipment offerings and how they can add value to your landscaping projects.

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