Plant SelectionGuide
Selecting Plants for Site Conditions
A practical framework for matching plant material to light, soil, water, and exposure.
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- Plant SelectionGuide
Selecting Plants for Site Conditions
A practical framework for matching plant material to light, soil, water, and exposure.
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Plant CareArticleEstablishment Care Essentials
Core watering, mulching, and monitoring practices for newly installed plant material.
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TreesGuideTree Staking and Guying Basics
When and how to stake trees during establishment without restricting healthy growth.
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ShrubsReferenceShrub Spacing Reference
Quick spacing guidance for hedges, screens, and foundation plantings.
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ShrubsArticlePruning Windows for Common Shrubs
Seasonal timing considerations for maintaining form without reducing performance.
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PerennialsChecklistSeasonal Color Planning Checklist
A checklist for sequencing color programs across seasons and procurement windows.
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HardscapeChecklistHardscape Base Preparation Checklist
A field checklist for base prep, compaction, edge restraint, and finish-grade readiness.
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HardscapeGuidePaver Pattern Planning Guide
Pattern planning notes for walks, patios, and drive courts before material ordering.
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Natural StoneGuideFlagstone Installation Overview
Overview of base, setting, and joint approaches for flagstone walks and terraces.
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IrrigationGuideIrrigation Layout Planning Guide
Planning guidance for zone strategy, coverage, and component selection.
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DrainageGuideSurface Drainage Decision Guide
Decision guidance for common surface drainage approaches by site condition.
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Contractor OperationsChecklistJobsite Coordination Checklist
A checklist for sequencing deliveries, crew readiness, and site access.
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EstimatingGuideMaterial Takeoff Basics
Foundational takeoff practices for landscape material estimating workflows.
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EstimatingReferenceWaste Factor Reference
Reference ranges for common waste factors used in outdoor material estimating.
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Mulch Calculator
Mulch volume from bed size and finish depth.
Bed area200 sq ft
Bulk mulch1.9 yd³
With 7% settling2 yd³
Or 2 cu ft bags25
3″ is the standard finish depth for beds. Mulch and soil settle after spreading; the 7% figure allows for it.
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Base Material Calculator
Compacted base for patios, walks, and courts.
Area180 sq ft
Base material2.7 yd³
Includes a 20% compaction allowance. 4–6″ depth is typical for foot traffic.
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River Rock Calculator
Rock coverage for beds and drainage accents.
Area100 sq ft
Volume0.7 yd³
Approx. weight0.8 tons
2″ depth suits decorative cover; use 3″+ over drainage.
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Plant Spacing Calculator
Plant counts for beds and mass plantings.
Bed area200 sq ft
Plants needed89
On-center spacing, square grid. Use 12″ for groundcover, 18–24″ for perennials and small shrubs.
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Retaining Wall Calculator
Block counts for grade-change walls.
Wall face60 sq ft
Wall blocks189
Cap blocks30
Includes 5% extra for cuts. Walls over 3–4 ft usually need engineering.
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Paver Calculator
Paver counts for patios and walkways.
Area180 sq ft
Pavers needed891
Waste covers cuts and breakage — 5% for running bond, 5 to 10% for 90° herringbone, 10 to 15% for 45° or diagonal patterns.