As the weather cools, outdoor projects may not be top of mind. But fall is actually one of the best times to start planning your next landscaping project. By thinking ahead, you can make the most of the offseason and ensure your outdoor space is ready to enjoy when warmer weather returns.
For all of your landscaping needs, contact Landscape Charlie, proudly serving the greater Shorewood, Excelsior MN area.
Fresh Observations for Your Landscape
Fall is the ideal season to reflect on your outdoor space and identify what worked—and what didn’t—during spring and summer. Ask yourself:
- Do you wish you had more space for entertaining?
- Would you like more color and variety in your plantings?
- Are shrubs and trees overdue for trimming?
- Could your deck, patio, or walkways use an update?
- Would you benefit from exterior lighting or a firepit to extend your season outdoors?
Capturing these thoughts now will help guide your landscape designer in creating a plan tailored to your needs.
Planning Your Outdoor Space
Good design begins with understanding how you’ll use your yard and who will enjoy it. Whether you’re hosting guests, cooking outdoors, gardening, or improving curb appeal, defining your goals is key.
Other planning considerations include:
- Maintenance needs – How much time do you want to spend on upkeep?
- Lighting plans – Exterior lighting adds both safety and visual appeal.
- Budgeting – Landscaping projects can be staged over time, making it easier to manage costs and financing.
By beginning in the fall or winter, you have more time to carefully plan and prioritize each phase of your project.
The Advantages of Off-Season Design
Working with a landscaping company during the fall has its benefits. With greater scheduling flexibility, you’ll have more opportunities to collaborate with your designer. At Landscape Charlie, we’ll:
- Meet with you to review ideas and inspiration.
- Take site measurements and evaluate conditions.
- Develop a preliminary design plan with an estimate.
- Refine the design over the winter months.
This thoughtful approach ensures every detail is covered before the work begins.
Be Ready When Spring Arrives
Starting your landscape design in the fall means you’ll be first in line for spring installations. Once the weather improves, we can begin with site prep, plant removal, and grading. Hardscape elements like patios, pathways, and retaining walls can be installed early, followed by fresh plantings.
By the time summer arrives, you’ll already be enjoying your new outdoor space.
Start Your Landscape Design with Landscape Charlie
If you’re ready to transform your yard, now is the time to start planning. Fall and winter preparation means less stress and faster results when spring arrives.
Contact Landscape Charlie in Shorewood, MN to schedule your consultation and bring your vision to life.
