FAQ General Landscaping

1. What landscaping services does Earth Ideas provide?

Services may include landscape planning, planting, sod, drainage, grading, patios, walkways, fountains, lighting, pergolas, awnings, and solar screens.

2. What is included in a landscaping project?

Projects may include site evaluation, design, removal, soil preparation, drainage, hardscaping, planting, irrigation adjustments, and final cleanup.

3. Why should drainage be addressed before landscaping?

New beds, soil, borders, and patios can alter water flow. Correcting drainage first helps prevent standing water, erosion, and plant loss.

4. Can you renovate an existing landscape?

Yes. Existing plants and improvements can be evaluated to determine what should remain, be relocated, repaired, or replaced.

5. How are plants selected for Houston landscapes?

Selection should consider sunlight, mature size, heat tolerance, soil drainage, irrigation, appearance, and maintenance requirements.

6. Can you create a low-maintenance landscape?

Yes. Properly sized plants, simplified beds, efficient irrigation, durable materials, and reduced lawn areas can lower maintenance.

7. Can landscaping improve curb appeal?

Yes. Coordinated plants, defined beds, walkways, lighting, and focal points can significantly improve a home’s appearance.

8. Can landscaping be completed in phases?

Yes. Drainage, grading, utilities, and hardscaping should generally be completed before planting and decorative improvements.

9. Do landscaping projects require HOA approval?

Some projects do. Homeowners should check neighborhood requirements for visible structures, patios, lighting, trees, and major landscape changes.

10. How much does professional landscaping cost?

Cost depends on size, design, demolition, drainage, plants, irrigation, lighting, hardscaping, structures, access, and restoration.