Posted: February 19, 2020 by Sebert
There’s no doubt about it: It’s been another unusual winter in the Midwest.
It’s about this time of year when people get tired of being indoors; they want to get outside. They’re through with the stark white piles of intermittent snow, frozen patches from the icy rain, the dormant dullness of turf, and gray tree trunks with barren branches. Everyone is ready for vibrant, thriving green — and the revived moods and spirits that come with it.
March 20 is the spring equinox and its right around the corner. Although there are reminders that spring is on the way, its not too convincing when yet another polar vortex–influenced storm may blanket us in another layer of white. We promise you spring is coming. In fact, it’ll be here before you know it.
That’s why landscape planning now can make a world of difference for commercial property managers. Unfortunately, only 15 percent of Illinoins and Wisconsin businesses plan ahead when it comes to spring landscaping, which means 85 percent are missing out on the benefits of spring strategizing opportunities, including dedicated time on a landscape professional’s schedule, as well as the first pick of available summer color.
Here are three steps to a beautiful commercial landscape this spring (hint: it all starts with planning).
Spring Landscape Step #1: Schedule Now For Fewer Headaches Later
Landscape professionals create their March and April commercial maintenance schedules in February and early March. Commercial property managers looking for a landscape maintenance partner can interview businesses now and get a prime spot on the schedule so their maintenance needs are met throughout the season.
This eliminates headaches and ensures they get their first choice of schedule time and day preference.
Spring Landscape Step #2: Be The First Property With A Fresh Layer Of Mulch
When thinking of the true signs of early spring, the sight and scent of mulch rank second only to the eruption of colorful bulbs from the ground. Like a new coat of paint, fresh mulch wakes up the landscape. Which means every commercial property manager wants a fresh spread to liven up their properties at the first sign of warm weather.
But by the time spring arrives, landscape professionals can be as many as six weeks out on their mulch work. This can be frustrating for commercial property managers who feel the warm weather and want their landscape needs addressed immediately.
Know you’re going to want mulch this spring? Call your commercial landscape professional now for a guaranteed spot on the schedule — and a chance to be one of the first properties with fresh mulch.
Spring Landscape Step #3: The Colors of Your Choice
While prime scheduling is a key benefit to planning early, another is getting the best selection of summer flowers. Nurseries plan the flowers they’ll have available in advance, growing a specific amount of varieties for the season based on their expectations for what consumers will want to purchase.
So, it’s inevitable that the most popular colors and varieties will go fast. To guarantee the specific hues and flowers they desire, commercial property managers can have a color conversation now with their landscape professionals so these vibrant varieties can be reserved for their properties.
Put a Spring In Your Step
Hang in there! Time goes by quickly, and spring will be here before you know it. Take advantage of the time you have now to plan ahead for a colorful, meticulously maintained spring landscape.
Give us a call at 630-497-1000 so we can discuss your landscape plans.
www.sebert.com (Illinois) and www.sebertwi.com (Wisconsin)
