One of the most strategic landscape design decisions is what types of shrubs, hedges, plants and trees you should include and where you should place them. Earthco professional landscape designers can help you determine what saplings are best for your property and where you should put them.
When most people think about landscaping design, they’re picturing the beautiful work of tree and shrub installation. All the hard work and creativity that gets poured into your landscape design pays off when you finally get to choose the specific types of trees and shrubs that will look best and thrive around your property.
Earthco can help you choose the best trees and plants for your property, and our crews will see to an expert installation that sets everything up to bloom perfectly.
Types of Tree, Shrub & Hedge Plantings
The absolute last step in any design process is choosing the trees and shrubs. All plants have simply been visualized as having a certain form, texture, color and size. Choosing from the variety of trees and shrubs available in the local market can be exciting and exhausting at the same time.
We all have our favorite types of plants, such as ferns, ground covers, flowering bushes, evergreen shrubs, and the many native trees in Michigan. For landscaping purposes, we can also categorize trees and shrubs by purpose:
- Privacy Plantings: Living fences created with tall hedges or trees to subtly obscure the view or create privacy.
- Shade Trees and Flowering Trees: These serve a specific purpose while adding visual intrigue and colorful surroundings to your outdoor space and views.
- Foundation Plantings: Evergreen plants hide a foundation or crawlspace and create a natural design that lasts year-round.
- Accent Plantings: Here’s your chance to choose your favorite trees and shrubs for variety, color, and pleasant surroundings throughout the yard.
Considerations for Adding Trees and Shrubs
As a starting point, we typically look at plants that are native to Michigan or known to thrive in our hardiness zone.
Of course, what looks good and takes hold well on a property down the street might not have the same success on your lawn, against the backdrop of your home architecture. Earthco helps you pinpoint the best selections for trees and shrubs.
We’ve planted trees and shrubs of all kinds to put the finishing touches on our landscaping designs across our area of operation. The main considerations include:
- Your local microclimate
- Soil pH and conditions
- Drainage and irrigation concerns
- Insect and pest issues
- Upkeep and manicuring needs
- Spacing and full-grown sizes
- Best times of year for planting a particular species
- Current availability of high-quality seedlings and young tree
Tree & Shrub Installation
At Earthco, our experienced installation team knows how to produce vibrant landscapes that reflect your personal tastes. Our goal is to find and plant the best trees and shrubs in Michigan for your particular property, with immediate and lasting good looks.
Serving Macomb, Oakland, St. Clair and Lapeer Counties in Michigan.
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Retaining, Seat, Accent Walls & Steps
Tree and Shrub Planting
Seasonal Flower Displays
Mulch and Stone
Landscape Lighting
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