Shrubs & Hedges
You may think that small front yard landscaping ideas are limited, but when you call our team for landscape design services, you are going to be impressed with the wide range of options that you could have for your property. We are the team of experts that can ensure that you have your dream property, and if a landscape garden will not cut it, we are going to provide you with services for shrubs and hedges on your property as well. You may not have considered these plants before for your yard, but when you speak with the landscape designers here at Port St Lucie Landscaping Pros, you are going to be impressed with the options that we have for you.
What Are Shrubs and Hedges?
A shrub is a type of woody plants that can either be evergreen or deciduous. It has many stems and is generally shorter than trees. Most shrubs are no more than three meters (ten feet) high. Meanwhile, a hedge is a plant population growing along a border or on a boundary as a fence or to provide privacy. This low-growing perennial plant can be found along borders, lawns, and beds.
Benefits of Planting Shrubs and Hedges
Growing greenery in your garden has many benefits. As an example, planting shrubs and hedges in your yard has the following advantages:
Increases Resale Value
Landscaping can greatly affect the saleability of your home. More so, it helps increase its value. In particular, properties with established shrubs and hedges are more expensive because it takes time for these plants and trees to mature. Landscaped properties are no doubt more attractive to buyers regardless of price, especially these days.
Beautifies Your Outdoor Space
Adding shrubs and hedges to your property makes it more attractive. You can add flowering plants to your yard to bring more color and make it more pleasant not only for the eyes but also for the native wildlife. Apart from making your outdoors beautiful, they also make the space relaxing and entertaining.
Provides Privacy
Privacy is one of the major concerns of most homeowners living in villages. Having a garden is nice, but lounging outdoors can be a little uncomfortable without privacy fences. Get rid of this problem by planting hedges on the sides of your lawn. Hedges provide natural privacy for your outdoor space. You don't need to spend on expensive fences. All you have to do is let expert landscapers strategically place hedges on your lawn.
Blocks Noise
Another significant benefit of growing shrubs and hedges on your property is its ability to lessen noise. Plants like junipers and hollies have thick branches, which are excellent for noise reduction.
Increase Species Diversity
Having greenery in your property benefits not only you and your family, but your community as well. Planting shrubs and hedges helps increase species richness in your neighborhood. It becomes attractive to birds, butterflies, and other natural elements. Imagine if your entire neighborhood has green and healthy gardens. You will get to enjoy a diverse and abundant nature in your community.
Protection Against Harsh Wind
Strong winds can be harmful to any structure. More so, it can ruin smaller plants in your garden. Good thing there are certain types of small trees that are resistant to wind. Wind-resistant plants have flexible stems. Their stems bend and sway without breaking. Planting these types of plants in your yard can help shield your home from harsh winds, as well as protect smaller plants in your garden.
Creates Wildlife Habitat
Planting shrubs benefits not only human beings. They also are very beneficial to birds, bees, and butterflies. Apart from providing food, these plants also provide homes to these species. More so, they are also perfect for cooling off and nesting. Imagine waking up every day to a garden that is not only rich with greens but also with birds and other living creatures.
Hides Unattractive Elements
If you have an area in your yard that looks unattractive, adding hedges solves your problem. You don't have to worry about it anymore. More so, spend a lot to hide such unsightly elements. Having hedges stationed at the right angles can easily hide imperfections in your garden.
Types of Shrubs and Hedges
There are many shrubs and hedges out there. It is vital to identify the right plants for your garden to ensure you won't be wasting time and money. That is what we are here for. As professional landscapers, you can rely on our knowledge and expertise in determining the perfect plants for your outdoor space.
Shrubs
As mentioned earlier, there are two types of shrubs. They could either be deciduous or evergreen shrubs.
Deciduous shrubs typically lose their leaves during the winter months. These shrubs come in a variety of heights, colors, and forms. Deciduous shrubs are useful for many purposes, such as windbreaks and privacy screens. Among the most popular shrubs of this type are barberries and butterfly bushes.
Meanwhile, evergreen shrubs or bush refers to plant varieties that remain green and functional all year round. Apart from privacy, you can use evergreens to block noise. Some of the popular evergreens include flowering plants like camellia, azalea, mountain laurel, and rhododendron. Other evergreen plants include Japanese holly, inkberry holly, and winter creeper. If you want taller shrubs, there's Siberian cypress, mugo pine, and blue holly.
Hedges
Hedges also come in two types - the deciduous hedges and the evergreen hedges. As defined, hedges are used to provide privacy or as a fence.
Some of the most common deciduous hedges we use are European beech, European hornbeam, and flame amur maple hedges. You may also opt for special variety hedges, which include cornelian cherry, arrowwood viburnum, and royal star magnolia.
As with evergreen hedges, you can choose from arborvitae, boxwood, laurel, and yew. Similarly, there are special varieties available. They are wichita blue juniper and teton firethorn.
Best Planting Season for Shrubs and Hedges
As a homeowner living outside Florida, it is essential to know when to do landscaping projects. While there are plants you can grow any time of the year, there are ones that are best grown on a specific season. Of course, if you hire a landscaping expert, you don't have to worry about these at all. We will be the ones to inform you when is best time to work on gardens. Also, we will recommend the best shrubs or hedging plants depending on your need.
Meanwhile, if you live within Florida. You should feel lucky. Because we have a warmer climate, we can plant throughout-out the year. But, if you want faster growth, it's ideal to grow new plants in early summer or during spring. New growth is slower when you plant during winter or late fall.
Our Shrubs and Hedges Services
We are Port St Lucie Landscape Designers and we know how important it is to have a beautiful yard. That’s why we offer high-quality shrubs and hedges services that will make your home stand out from the rest. Our team of experienced professionals is ready to take on any project, big or small!
The shrubs and hedges services we offer include:
Trimming and Pruning of Trees and Shrubs
Hiring someone to come by for shrub pruning and tree pruning is important. You will count on us to do this work for you. We have been working as landscapers for many years. Thus, we are familiar with the healthiest way to trim plants. Our team knows that the proper pruning techniques can make a significant impact and the growth and longevity of the plant. We always ensure that we complete this work with a lot of care and attention, and provide you with satisfying results.
Planting Shrubs
If you decide it is time to have some shrubs or hedges on your property, you will reach out to our team. Our team will review the different plant options that are going to work well for you. We are also going to pinpoint which kinds are going to be best for your property. Our company will provide you with helpful information and service. More so, we ensure the shrubs are everything that you hoped they would be.
Privacy Hedges
You should take proper care of your hedges if you wish to enhance your level of privacy on your property. You can trust our experts for proper care and maintenance of your hedges. We have been trimming hedges for a while. Thus, we also know how to optimize their health. This means that they are going to continue growing and provide you with the protection that you want to have for your property.
Plant Balance
Having the right balance in your landscape is important. This means that you need to have a range of plants that are going to thrive together. It also means that you need to have the right watering system in place. Our team commits to getting this work done properly, and we will provide you with helpful services right from the very beginning. If you want to have low maintenance plants as well, we can provide that for you too.
Why Hire Us
It is difficult to find a reliable landscaping company for your shrubs and hedges needs. Good thing you found us. At Port St Lucie Landscape Designers, you can be confident you are working with the experts. Apart from that, you will get to enjoy benefits like:
Licensed Landscaping Company
Port St Lucie Landscape Designers is a licensed business located in Port St Lucie, FL. We have been in the landscaping industry for years. Thus, you can rest easy knowing your project is on experts' hands. As a licensed company, we follow all local codes and standards set by the landscaping industry. We guarantee high-quality results in every project we do.
Professional Landscaping Experts
If there is one thing that makes us really stand out from the rest, that would be our people. We have landscaping and plant experts on board. You can never go wrong with our years of knowledge and skills. Our landscape architects and designers, together with our plant specialists, work hand-in-hand to deliver top-of-the-line results. In addition, we are up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in the landscaping industry. We apply whatever new methods we think will work depending on the project.
High-Quality Plants and Other Materials
On one hand, you can count on us for quality shrubs and hedges installation or any other service you may need because we only use high-quality materials from trusted suppliers. With us, you can be confident your plants will grow strong roots so they stay healthy longer. On the other hand, we have a dedicated team that sources quality plants to grow in your lawn. Having reliable suppliers ensures all the plants we plant in your yard are in great condition.
Many Varieties of Shrubs and Hedges
At Port St Lucie Landscape Designers, we offer a wide selection of plants to choose from. In most of our projects, we choose the plants for landscaping. But, there are certain projects wherein customers have specific requests in mind. In that case, we can assure you we have whatever plant requests you have. Our company has reliable suppliers to provide us with what we need.
Affordable Pricing
Port St Lucie Landscape Designers have the most competitive pricing in town. We believe that landscaping, while it requires expertise, need not be expensive. Thus, we have a team working hard to keep our prices competitive. We work with almost any budget, too. Inform us ahead so we can work things out based on what you can afford.
Free Consultation
We want to help you come up with an informed decision. That is why our company offers free consultation services. Regardless if you are a potential, new, or existing customer, you can enjoy this free service. Our team will be more than happy to answer questions about the services we offer. You may also ask us for expert advice regarding your landscaping plans.
Free Cost Estimate
Apart from providing free consultation services, you can also take advantage of our free quotations. Our expert cost estimators are available daily to receive free cost estimates request. All you have to do is provide us with details so we can come up with a realistic quote. You don't have to worry about anything, as these free services need no commitment. We are very confident about the quality of our work and our prices. We know you will still choose to work with us in the end.
Contact Us Today
Looking for a beautiful, lush landscape? Look no further than our team of experienced landscape designers. We can provide you with high-quality shrubs and hedges that will transform your property into a stunning oasis.
Imagine sitting on your porch or patio, enjoying the view of your well-manicured garden. With our help, you can make this dream a reality. Contact us today to schedule a consultation! Our phone lines are open daily during business hours. You may also reach us via the form on the Contact Us page. We will be more than happy to answer your calls and inquiries.
