Sep 15–Oct 15
The main planting stretch
Layout and planting while the soil is workable, with time to establish a watering routine. This part of the 2026 window has passed.
Fall 2026
Roots first.
Then winter.
Cooler days can be a good time to plant. The condition of the soil matters more than a date on the calendar.
The fall window
Oct 16–Nov 15
Check before we dig
Our current late-fall window. We check soil moisture, frost and plant availability before agreeing to a start. A request does not hold a date.
After Nov 15
Plan for spring
New garden requests move to spring planning. Winter visits can discuss layout when the ground is visible; digging waits for suitable conditions.
If the ground says wait
We do not plant into frozen or waterlogged soil. If weather closes the window early, we discuss a spring 2027 start instead. We agree on a new plan before buying plants.
The first season is hands-on
Rain alone may not establish new plants. Check the soil and follow the watering notes, particularly through dry spells. Keep the mulch clear of plant crowns and remove weeds while they are small.
Before the first freeze
Empty the barrel and set the diverter to its winter position. Clear the screen and leave the tap as directed in the care sheet. We walk through these steps at installation.
Read the installation scope and pricesStart with one corner of the yard.
Tell us about the downspout, the space beside it and the kind of planting you enjoy.