LANDSCAPING TIPS & SEASONAL GUIDES
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SPRING • BEST TIME FOR NEW LANDSCAPINGList Item 3
Spring Planting & Landscape Refresh
Spring is the ideal season to install Florida-friendly plants, refresh mulch, and redesign landscape beds before Sarasota’s summer heat sets in. New shrubs, groundcovers, and native plants establish stronger roots during this time, leading to healthier growth and better long-term performance. A spring landscape refresh instantly improves curb appeal and prepares your property for Florida’s long growing season.
Key takeaway: Spring is the perfect time to start a landscape renovation or plant installation.
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SUMMER • JUNE–SEPTEMBERList Item 1
Rainy Season Prep
Florida’s rainy season can expose issues with drainage, irrigation, and overgrowth. Checking for low spots, improving bed edges, clearing runoff paths, and adjusting irrigation timers helps prevent washouts, turf fungus, and flooding. Strategic trimming before heavy rains also protects plants and keeps your Sarasota landscape controlled through the peak storm months.
Key takeaway: Preparing early prevents damage and protects your landscape all summer.
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FALL • IDEAL FOR A CLEAN RESET
Fall Mulching & Bed Reset
Fall is the best season to re-mulch landscape beds, restore clean edges, trim back summer overgrowth, and replace tired plants. Fresh mulch protects roots, improves moisture retention, suppresses weeds, and instantly refreshes curb appeal after the intense summer weather. A fall reset helps stabilize your landscape heading into winter.
Key takeaway: Fall is the ideal time for mulch installation and a full landscape cleanup.
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WINTER • Sarasota's COOLER MONTHS
Cold-Sensitive Plant Protection
Even in Sarasota, sudden cold snaps can damage tropical plants, palms, and sensitive ornamentals. Covering vulnerable plants, reducing irrigation during cooler weeks, and avoiding heavy trimming helps prevent shock and long-term decline. Winter is also a great time to reassess plant placement and replace cold-damaged material with more Florida-hardy varieties.
Key takeaway: Protecting tropical plants in winter prevents costly replacements in spring.
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REQUIRED FOR HEALTHY TURFList Item 3
Proper Mowing Height & Consistent Lawn Care
Sarasota turf performs best when cut at the correct height and on a steady schedule. Keeping St. Augustine, Bahia, and Bermuda grass at proper height protects it from sun scorch, fungus, and thinning. Sharp mower blades and consistent mowing cycles promote stronger root systems and fuller, greener turf throughout the year, especially during high-growth months.
Key takeaway: Correct mowing height is one of the strongest defenses for year-round turf health.
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CRITICAL FOR PROPERTY HEALTHList Item 1
Regular Irrigation Inspections
Consistent irrigation checks help Sarasota homeowners catch broken sprinkler heads, clogged nozzles, and improper water coverage before they cause turf decline or plant stress. Monthly system audits ensure water is being distributed evenly, prevent dry spots, and reduce fungus caused by overwatering — especially important with sandy coastal soils.
Key takeaway: A healthy landscape starts with a properly functioning irrigation system.
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BEST PRACTICE FOR SHRUB & HEDGE HEALTH
Rotation-Based Trimming & Pruning
Sarasota landscapes thrive with a structured trimming routine. Rotating through zones prevents overgrowth while avoiding the plant shock caused by heavy, infrequent cuts. Light, consistent pruning keeps hedges full, maintains natural plant structure, and helps reduce pests and fungus — especially in dense plantings.
Key takeaway: Light, consistent trimming creates healthier, fuller, better-looking plants.
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ESSENTIAL FOR ALL SARASOTA LANDSCAPES
Weed Prevention & Bed Control
Weeds spread quickly in Sarasota’s warm, humid climate, making consistent prevention crucial for maintaining clean, attractive landscape beds. Applying a seasonal pre-emergent, keeping crisp bed edges, and doing light weekly hand-pulling stops invasive growth before it takes over. Proper mulch depth, soil structure, and consistent maintenance all help block sunlight and prevent weed germination throughout the year.
Key takeaway: Consistent prevention keeps your Sarasota landscape clean, controlled, and low-maintenance year-round.
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