We refer to this service as "care" because we are giving custom, proactive fine gardening care to each plant and your landscape, as a whole. Earthly Sites creates a plan based on the seasonal needs of your garden and the specifics of your site, plantings, microclimate and all other characteristics that impact your garden including recent weather conditions (rainfall, smoke etc). This approach provides for the horticultural needs of the garden to be met proactively, sustainably and with great success. All practices are horticulturally driven and Bay-friendly.
PERENNIALS, VINES, SHRUBS, TREES (< 10'H)
• Trim and shape plants in a manner appropriate to the individual plant (natural), and with priority consideration for health and desired future growth (fruit, blooms, etc). Dead wood, dead bloom and dead leaves will be removed from plants. Some plants may be cut back significantly to generate new
growth, or to manage and manipulate existing shapes, depending on plant variety. Climbing plants will be trained and pruned as necessary.
• Regular inspection and treatment for insects and diseases (natural, organic treatments).
• Removal of weeds and dead leaves / debris from the ground
• Organic fertilizing as needed to maintain healthy growth
• Organic lawn care: mowing (push or electric), organic feeding and periodic dethatching
• Sweeping pathways & walks
• Seasonal plantings and top mulching can be done at additional cost.
• Debris will be left in your municipal green bin (or 3 cy paper bags) for pick up.
IRRIGATION
• Review zones for leaks; visually inspect components throughout the season, and complete basic repairs as needed.
• Monitor and adjust programs as needed, preferably in conjunction with a smart controller.
• Annual flushing of the lines
LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTING
• Lighting systems will be checked periodically. Bulbs can be replaced (bulbs not included).
WATER FEATURES
• Fountains and other water features will be inspected and cleaned.
• Pumps will be cleaned
COSTS for organic fine gardening may initially be higher than “mow and blow” gardeners. However, over a short time, you will see that this model of care is actually less expensive because your garden will thrive and your investment is protected.
• Your plants will be healthier, producing more flowers, fruit and foliage, and their lifespan will be maximized as well, requiring fewer replacements.
• We’ll visit when horticulturally useful and you will be charged according to the actual time spent. Visit frequency will be scheduled based on need (your plants + yours), with the duration based on the completion of deep care.
• Plans will be offered based on optimal and basic care. Plant care is always the priority. Plans may also be designed to include a collaborative effort with Client.
NOTE: 1X Visits may be available depending on our schedule. Minimum 16 hours @ $1000, not including materials or debris hauling.