A well-designed landscape doesn’t just look good in one season—it evolves beautifully throughout the year. In the Pacific Northwest, and especially in Seattle, incorporating seasonal colors into your garden design creates visual interest no matter the month. With thoughtful plant choices, you can enjoy vibrant spring blossoms, lush summer greenery,...
Preparing for the Rainy Season
In the Pacific Northwest, the arrival of fall means one thing—rain. For gardeners in Seattle and surrounding areas, preparing for the rainy season is essential to keep plants healthy, soil balanced, and landscapes looking their best. With a little planning, you can protect your garden from excess water while ensuring...
Fall Planting Guide for Trees and Shrubs in Seattle
If you live in Seattle and are considering adding trees or shrubs to your landscape, fall is the ideal season to plant. Our region’s mild temperatures, steady rainfall, and relatively frost-free conditions provide the perfect environment for root development. By planting in fall, you’ll give your new trees and shrubs...
Finding a Landscaper for Summer Installations
As winter fades and spring shows up, the days get longer and homeowners start thinking about spending more time outside, and upgrading their own outdoor spaces. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to find a qualified landscaper to help with improvements. Heck, it can even be difficult to get a...
Street Trees and SDOT Requirements
Autumn marks Seattle's ideal tree planting season, with cooler weather and rainfall creating perfect conditions for newly planted trees to thrive. Discover SDOT's street tree requirements, including soil amendments, root barriers, and helpful resources to ensure your trees grow strong while protecting sidewalks and the environment.
January is for Planning
Planning for the Year Ahead January can be a slow time of year for gardening and landscaping, with the days still short and the temperatures low. Less time digging outside allows more time for planning. Keep yourself warm during this rainy season by thinking about your projects for the coming...
Winter is Coming
The weather has cooled off and the sun is going down much earlier here above the 47th parallel. Irrigation systems are winterized, fall maintenance is finished up, and the holidays are coming soon. Winter is just around the corner, but our yards don’t have to look dreary during the coming...
Tree Planting Season in Seattle
When is the Best Time for Planting? A tree is likely the most important planting in any landscape project, not to mention the most expensive. It pays to give it the best chance possible to thrive in its new setting. Transplanted trees need plenty of water, so the height of...
