FAQ Category: Design & Features
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Will work from a landscape company look good and last long?
Looks come from detailing; longevity comes from prep. Non-negotiables: compacted base layers, correct edge restraints, proper drainage, matched plant-to-site conditions, and quality irrigation parts at correct pressure. Ask for manufacturer install guides and have the crew follow them. That’s what…
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When will my landscaping look like the renderings?
Hardscapes match immediately, but living elements need time. Expect a year of establishment and noticeable fill-in by year two. Perennials and shrubs typically reach “design presence” in 12–24 months; fast growers can fill sooner, while slower species may take longer.…
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Why is the landscaper asking for the next payment when the phase looks incomplete?
Most landscape contracts in Utah use milestone-based billing, where payments are tied to phases of work rather than waiting for the project’s final completion. For example, you might owe a payment after irrigation and grading are complete, even if plant…
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Why does my finished landscaping look smaller or larger than the plan?
It’s common for finished landscapes to feel different from the plan. A design drawing is scaled, but human perception changes once you’re standing in the actual space. Early installations often look smaller because plants are young; shrubs and perennials usually…
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Am I watering too much or too little?
Both overwatering and underwatering are common in Utah. In Salt Lake and Davis Counties, clay-heavy soils hold moisture differently than sandy soils, so irrigation needs extra attention. Lawns typically do best with 2–3 deep watering sessions per week, not daily…
