Will plants from a landscaping company actually survive?

They should, if species fit the site and care is consistent. Survival hinges on three things: right plant/right place, correct planting technique, and proper establishment watering. Your landscaper should match plants to sun, wind, and soil, set root flares at grade, and loosen circling roots. After that, follow an establishment schedule: more frequent deep soaks at first, tapering as roots expand. In Utah, most reputable firms provide a written one-year plant warranty—common exclusions are neglect, animal damage, and extreme weather. Ask for the company’s care guide detailing watering, mulch depth, and when to call for help. Contact them early if a plant wilts, yellows, or stalls; small adjustments (watering, staking, pest treatment) often reverse decline. With the right species, soil prep, and a simple care routine, first-year survival should be high and growth noticeable by the second season.