Landscaping Mistake: Not researching your plants

Be sure you know how to adequately care for the plants you bring into your landscape design. The most important thing is to pay attention to the best climate for the plants you want before you plant them on your property to prevent any future issues.

Not knowing how to care for the plants you bring into your yard can kill your plants, create ugly brown spots, and ultimately waste your money. Don’t make the mistake of forgetting to do your research before you start this project.

Landscaping Mistake: Not creating holes that are spacious enough

A wise gardening saying goes: “Plant a $5 plant in a $50 hole.” Many pros have learned this the hard way. If you skip smart soil prep practices, including supplying plenty of compost, you’ll regret it later.

A good rule of thumb to go by is: the hole should be about 2 and a half times the width of the plant root ball.