Landscape construction is seasonal, but if you do it right, you can make this work to your advantage. As landscape design—at least when done right—takes time, one of the best periods to start these projects is winter. Today, we’re going to make the case that you should consult your landscape contractor now to start landscape design, so next year, once the ground thaws, you can jump right into construction and be ready by summer for use.

Landscape Design in Winter

Once winter starts in New England, landscaping construction projects have a narrow window to wrap before the ground freezes. For landscape contractors, winter proper is the time to break out the plows, stand by for tree removal, and plan out next year’s projects. By reaching out to a landscape design & build company in late fall or early winter, landscape design can wrap, construction supplies can be ordered, and contractor schedules can be made to break ground right after the thaw.

Winter Landscaping Projects

While winter isn’t the time for landscaping projects that include digging or construction, landscape companies can help with certain projects, including:

• Snow and ice services, such as plowing, sanding, and salting.
• Landscape lighting projects that don’t involve digging electrical lines.
• Winter tree and plant maintenance, including dealing with storm damage.

Landscape Construction in Spring

Once the ground thaws, landscape construction can begin. It’s hard to overstate how using the winter season to plan and design can speed up projects in this season. Good landscape design takes time, and by wrapping that aspect up before spring, additional time can be devoted to:

 

• Planning and Scheduling: A landscaping project has many moving parts, including the schedule needed to execute everything on time and in order. Some projects may require coordinating efforts with our third-party contractors or those you employ, so the sooner they can start, the better.
• Landscape Materials and Supplies: While some landscape materials may already be in stock, many materials and supplies, from hardscape stone to backyard mulch, may need to be ordered. Depending on the type of materials and the available space on site, some items may be pre-positioned at your home to speed construction.
• The Work Before Construction Starts: Depending on the type of construction project, work may be required before digging. This includes contacting Dig Safe, the MA hotline, to avoid damaging buried utility lines or pipes, including electrical, natural gas, and water.

At Dolan Landscaping, we have everything you should look for in a landscaping company. Our team is standing by to talk to you, answer your questions, and start the landscape design process as soon as possible. We perform everything from landscaping design and hardscaping to maintenance and snow removal. If you are interested in recruiting us for your spring project, contact us today while there is still time.