When deciding what to do with your property, it is important to consider all of the elements of hardscape, softscape, water features and irrigation as unique layers that require individual attention. It is equally important to understand the maintenance needs of any design.
Many homeowners choose to get help from professionals like landscape architects and designers as they work to create the perfect design for their property. Taking time to make a plan with the help of experts can save you thousands of dollars and ensure that you get exactly what you want out of your investment.
Visitors to your property will immediately be greeted by a powerful sense of style and tone. The story told by your carefully designed property will speak of the health, wealth and happiness of you and your family. A beautiful landscape can change your life in many wonderful ways.
We offer the following landscape services. Click the links to the left to discuss our services further.
Our services include:
- Seasonal Color
- Landscape Design & Installation
- Grading & Soil Preparation
- Mulching
- Tree Planting & Removal
- Over-seeding & Aeration
Pre-installation
New sod care starts before it is even installed. The soil on which you are going to install the sod must be watered well prior to installation. Dry soil could remove all the moisture from the sod, making it harder for it to take root. It is also a good idea to treat the soil with a pre-plant fertilizer before the sod is installed.
Sod has a short shelf-life and cannot be stored in your side yard or garage for a long time. The Florida heat would build up and damage the roots and surface of the sod. Sod should be installed as soon as it is delivered, especially in humid subtropical regions like Florida.
Post-Installation Measures
First Day:
Immediately water your new sod after it is installed. Liberally irrigate it until the water penetrates at least a few inches into the soil—it will feel soggy to walk on. Check the sod every few hours. If the ground does not still feel soggy, water it again. It is nearly impossible to overwater new sod.
First Two Weeks After Day One:
New sod has small roots, so it can only absorb so much water at a time. Thus, you should irrigate the sod multiple times a day for short periods of time. Schedule watering in the morning and afternoon hours. If you water it in the late evening or at night, there is more chance of a fungus problem arising.
Depending on the temperature, you should water it 2 to 6 times a day for 4 to 6 minutes at a time. The hotter it is, the more you should water it. The goal is to keep the sod and soil underneath moist, but no longer soggy, throughout the day.
Try to stay off the sod for the first two weeks. The roots need time to take hold and dig in. It will not be ready to mow until around the 14-day mark. Ease up on the watering schedule the day before you plan to mow, as this will allow the soil to firm up. Set your mower’s cutting level to high. You do not want to cut more than the top one-third of the blades of grass.
Troubleshooting Tips:
- If the sod does not take root within 14 days, gradually adjust the watering schedule. Water the sod less frequently, but for longer periods. Keep in mind that shady areas may take longer to root.
- If the sod begins to turn brown or shrink to where you can see gaps at the seams, it needs more water! Increase the frequency of watering cycles or the length of each cycle. Also, make sure that the sprinklers are reaching that area. It is also a good idea to hand-water the problematic areas until its health status improves. If any edges are raised, press down on them with your foot after watering.
After Two Weeks
Now that you’ve mowed it for the first time, gradually decrease the number of times you water per day but increase the length of time for each cycle. Now that the roots are well established, they can handle larger quantities of water. Keep repeating this process of reducing the frequency of watering gradually over the next few weeks until you are irrigating the grass once per day and eventually only one to three times per week, depending on the season.Troubleshooting Tip:
- Again, if the sod begins to turn brown or shrink to where you can see gaps at the seams, it needs more water! Increase the frequency of watering cycles or the length of each cycle. Also, make sure that the sprinklers are reaching that area. It is also a good idea to hand-water the problematic areas until its health status improves. If any edges are raised, press down on them with your foot after watering.
Rock is by far one of the greatest ways of adding a piece of yourself to your landscape, and given rocks propensity for durability, it may just last forever.
Landscaping rock comes in a variety of colors, sizes, and materials. It is great when used as a compliment to existing style and design, and even works well when started fresh.
In order to lay landscaping rocks so that they will outlast even the home they are designed to beautify, follow this quick guide:
1. Measure where you plan to lay your landscaping rocks. This attention to detail will allow for the proper amount needed.
2. Use a tool like an edger to create a rough barrier around the perimeter of your outline. Then, use a hoe to remove the turf where your landscaping rocks will lay.
3. Dig only as deep as the amount of stone you plan to lay. The landscaping rocks you pour in should sit a few inches above ground level, alongside the remaining turf, to allow for settling.
4. Tamp down the soil where the rocks will go. This will impede future settling and stop you from having to add more landscaping rock later.
5. Before pouring your landscaping rock, lay landscape fiber or newspaper to stop weed growth.
6. After you pour the rock, use a rake to even it out. Kneel down to look for peaks and valleys. Correct any issues with your rake.
7. Rinse your new landscaping rock feature with water to remove dust and dirt and to bring out its natural beauty.
8. Enjoy your work by adding potted plants for interest, or by setting up patio furniture for a relaxing (and interesting) lounge spot.
It’s that easy!
To discuss your Rocks Design Installation plans or needs, or to request an estimate, call us at (305) 930-3125. We look forward to working with you.
We specialize in Contemporary Landscapes, Using Native And Tropical Plants.
Services Available:
- Landscaping & Designing.
- Major Cleanups.
- Quarterly Landscape Maintenance
- Free Estimates.
Landscaping Installation
When deciding what to do with your property, it is important to consider all of the elements of hardscape, softscape, water features and irrigation as unique layers that require individual attention. It is equally important to understand the maintenance needs of any design.
Many homeowners choose to get help from professionals like landscape architects and designers as they work to create the perfect design for their property. Taking time to make a plan with the help of experts can save you thousands of dollars and ensure that you get exactly what you want out of your investment.
Visitors to your property will immediately be greeted by a powerful sense of style and tone. The story told by your carefully designed property will speak of the health, wealth and happiness of you and your family. A beautiful landscape can change your life in many wonderful ways.
We offer the following landscape services. Click the links to the left to discuss our services further.
Our services include:
- Seasonal Color
- Landscape Design & Installation
- Grading & Soil Preparation
- Mulching
- Tree Planting & Removal
- Over-seeding & Aeration
Sod Installation
Pre-installation
New sod care starts before it is even installed. The soil on which you are going to install the sod must be watered well prior to installation. Dry soil could remove all the moisture from the sod, making it harder for it to take root. It is also a good idea to treat the soil with a pre-plant fertilizer before the sod is installed.
Sod has a short shelf-life and cannot be stored in your side yard or garage for a long time. The Florida heat would build up and damage the roots and surface of the sod. Sod should be installed as soon as it is delivered, especially in humid subtropical regions like Florida.
Post-Installation Measures
First Day:
Immediately water your new sod after it is installed. Liberally irrigate it until the water penetrates at least a few inches into the soil—it will feel soggy to walk on. Check the sod every few hours. If the ground does not still feel soggy, water it again. It is nearly impossible to overwater new sod.
First Two Weeks After Day One:
New sod has small roots, so it can only absorb so much water at a time. Thus, you should irrigate the sod multiple times a day for short periods of time. Schedule watering in the morning and afternoon hours. If you water it in the late evening or at night, there is more chance of a fungus problem arising.
Depending on the temperature, you should water it 2 to 6 times a day for 4 to 6 minutes at a time. The hotter it is, the more you should water it. The goal is to keep the sod and soil underneath moist, but no longer soggy, throughout the day.
Try to stay off the sod for the first two weeks. The roots need time to take hold and dig in. It will not be ready to mow until around the 14-day mark. Ease up on the watering schedule the day before you plan to mow, as this will allow the soil to firm up. Set your mower’s cutting level to high. You do not want to cut more than the top one-third of the blades of grass.
Troubleshooting Tips:
- If the sod does not take root within 14 days, gradually adjust the watering schedule. Water the sod less frequently, but for longer periods. Keep in mind that shady areas may take longer to root.
- If the sod begins to turn brown or shrink to where you can see gaps at the seams, it needs more water! Increase the frequency of watering cycles or the length of each cycle. Also, make sure that the sprinklers are reaching that area. It is also a good idea to hand-water the problematic areas until its health status improves. If any edges are raised, press down on them with your foot after watering.
After Two Weeks
Now that you’ve mowed it for the first time, gradually decrease the number of times you water per day but increase the length of time for each cycle. Now that the roots are well established, they can handle larger quantities of water. Keep repeating this process of reducing the frequency of watering gradually over the next few weeks until you are irrigating the grass once per day and eventually only one to three times per week, depending on the season.Troubleshooting Tip:
- Again, if the sod begins to turn brown or shrink to where you can see gaps at the seams, it needs more water! Increase the frequency of watering cycles or the length of each cycle. Also, make sure that the sprinklers are reaching that area. It is also a good idea to hand-water the problematic areas until its health status improves. If any edges are raised, press down on them with your foot after watering.
Rocks Design Installation
Rock is by far one of the greatest ways of adding a piece of yourself to your landscape, and given rocks propensity for durability, it may just last forever.
Landscaping rock comes in a variety of colors, sizes, and materials. It is great when used as a compliment to existing style and design, and even works well when started fresh.
In order to lay landscaping rocks so that they will outlast even the home they are designed to beautify, follow this quick guide:
1. Measure where you plan to lay your landscaping rocks. This attention to detail will allow for the proper amount needed.
2. Use a tool like an edger to create a rough barrier around the perimeter of your outline. Then, use a hoe to remove the turf where your landscaping rocks will lay.
3. Dig only as deep as the amount of stone you plan to lay. The landscaping rocks you pour in should sit a few inches above ground level, alongside the remaining turf, to allow for settling.
4. Tamp down the soil where the rocks will go. This will impede future settling and stop you from having to add more landscaping rock later.
5. Before pouring your landscaping rock, lay landscape fiber or newspaper to stop weed growth.
6. After you pour the rock, use a rake to even it out. Kneel down to look for peaks and valleys. Correct any issues with your rake.
7. Rinse your new landscaping rock feature with water to remove dust and dirt and to bring out its natural beauty.
8. Enjoy your work by adding potted plants for interest, or by setting up patio furniture for a relaxing (and interesting) lounge spot.
It’s that easy!
To discuss your Rocks Design Installation plans or needs, or to request an estimate, call us at (305) 930-3125. We look forward to working with you.
Major Cleanups and more
We specialize in Contemporary Landscapes, Using Native And Tropical Plants.
Services Available:
- Landscaping & Designing.
- Major Cleanups.
- Quarterly Landscape Maintenance
- Free Estimates.
Still Dreaming About The Perfect Landcape Job For Your Property?
Let's Make Your Dream Come True
Still Dreaming About The Perfect Landcape Job For Your Property?
Let's Make Your Dream Come True