Landscape Installation in Foley, AL
Planted Right the First Time, Rooted for Years to Come
Alabama Cooperative Extension names fall and winter as the best seasons to plant trees and shrubs, and it warns against digging holes deeper than the root ball. Southern Exposure Landscapes, LLC follows that science on every landscape installation in Foley, AL, preparing and conditioning the soil, setting trees, shrubs, and flowering plants at the proper depth, and finishing beds with mulch, sod, or ground cover on residential and commercial yards throughout Foley, Gulf Shores, and Orange Beach.
Our 22+ years of Gulf Coast planting work are backed by a state permit for the setting of landscape plants, an Alabama nursery permit covering the stock we supply, and certification in ornamental and turf pest control. That means healthy plants, correct handling, and trained eyes on problems before they spread. Designs get followed precisely, job sites stay tidy, and we explain watering needs at the end. Request a free consultation on our contact page to get started.
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Ground Preparation and Soil Conditioning
Sandy coastal soil drains fast and holds few nutrients, so we clear debris, remove weeds and old roots, loosen compacted ground, and blend in organic matter where needed. Beds start with a foundation that holds moisture and lets young roots spread.
Tree and Shrub Planting
Each tree and shrub goes into a hole dug wide rather than deep, with the top root sitting level with the surrounding grade. Careful backfilling, thorough watering, and thoughtful positioning let every plant's mature size fit comfortably in the space around it.
Flower Bed and Garden Installation
We shape bed edges, set perennials and annuals in planned groupings, and space them for mature growth instead of an instant fullness that crowds plants later. Color, texture, and bloom timing follow the design so gardens look balanced through every season.
Sod Installation and Seeding
New lawns need a smooth, prepared base. Our crew grades and loosens the soil, lays sod tightly with staggered seams or seeds at the right rate, rolls it for good contact, and explains the watering schedule that helps it knit in fast.
Mulch and Ground Cover Installation
Mulch keeps roots cooler, slows evaporation, and blocks weeds. We spread about 3 inches in rings and beds, keep it off trunks and stems, and plant low ground covers where mulch alone would wash out on slopes or in heavy-runoff areas.
Drought-Tolerant Plant Installation
For lower-water landscapes, we install drought-tolerant shrubs, grasses, and perennials alongside conditioned soil and efficient irrigation. Once established, these plantings ride out dry stretches between Gulf storms with far less watering, trimming, and replacement than a typical thirsty lawn border.
Why Choose Us for Landscape Installation
Licensed to Set Landscape Plants
Alabama requires companies that set landscape plants to employ a certified operator who passed a state exam. You get a crew trained in planting depth, pruning, and establishment care, not day laborers guessing how deep a root ball should sit in the ground.
Healthy Stock From a Permitted Source
Plants we supply are handled under our Alabama nursery permit, which keeps our stock under state plant-protection oversight. That lowers the risk of bringing pests or disease into your yard and gives every new planting a cleaner, stronger start.
Trained Eyes on Plant Health
Our ornamental and turf pest control certification means we recognize insect damage, fungal spots, and stress symptoms early. Problems caught during planting or the first weeks after are far easier to correct than ones discovered once a shrub row has already declined.
Installation That Follows the Plan
Designs only work when they are built as drawn. Plant counts, spacing, and bed lines match the approved layout exactly, and any site condition that calls for an adjustment gets flagged before a change is made, keeping you informed at every step.
Clean Sites and Clear Finishes
We protect lawns and walkways during work, haul away pots and debris, and blow off hard surfaces before we leave. You come home to finished beds and fresh edges, not a pile of packaging waiting to be cleaned up later.
Guidance for the First Season
New plants need more attention than established ones. Before we wrap up, we explain how often to water, what wilting or yellowing means, and when to call us, so your investment gets through its first summer in strong condition.
Give Every New Plant a Real Chance to Thrive
Plants that are set correctly from the start rarely need to be replaced, and that is where the real value of a professional installation shows up. At Southern Exposure Landscapes, LLC, we bring licensed planting knowledge, permitted nursery stock, and careful soil preparation to each landscape installation we complete in Foley, AL, so your new trees, shrubs, and beds settle in and flourish. Whether you have a finished design or just an idea you want to see planted, we can help you move forward at a pace that feels comfortable. Reach out through our contact page to request a free consultation, and let us know when you would like your new landscape in the ground.
frequently asked questions
When should trees and shrubs be planted in Alabama?
Fall and winter are the best planting seasons statewide, according to Alabama Cooperative Extension. Cooler air reduces stress on leaves while soil stays warm enough for roots to grow, so plants establish before summer heat arrives and demands more water.
How deep should a tree or shrub be planted?
Dig the hole wide but no deeper than the root ball. The uppermost lateral root should sit at or near the soil surface, since deep planting starves roots of oxygen and is one of the most common reasons trees decline.
How much mulch should go around new plants?
About 3 inches of mulch in a ring around each plant works well, with a gap left so it never touches the trunk or stems. Piling mulch against bark traps moisture and invites rot, insects, and disease at the base.
How often should newly planted trees be watered?
Water slowly every day or two at roughly 2 gallons per inch of trunk diameter after planting, then taper as roots spread. Depending on size and season, a new tree may need supplemental watering for 6 months to a year.
Is sod or seed better for a new lawn?
Sod gives an instant lawn, controls erosion, and suits warm-season grasses that establish slowly from seed. Seeding covers large areas with less material but takes longer to fill in and needs careful watering, so sod usually wins for visible areas.
What grass grows best in Foley, AL?
Southern Exposure Landscapes, LLC generally recommends St. Augustine, centipede, or zoysia grass for lawns around Foley, AL, because these warm-season varieties handle heat, humidity, and sandy soil. The best choice depends on sun, shade, foot traffic, and your watering habits.
Why do new plants die after being installed?
Most losses trace back to water, either too little during the first weeks or too much in poorly drained soil. Planting too deep, picking the wrong light, and disturbing roots during handling are the other common causes of early decline.
How should soil be prepared before planting a new landscape?
At Southern Exposure Landscapes, LLC, soil prep for Foley, AL, landscapes starts with clearing weeds and debris, loosening compacted ground, and working organic matter into sandy soil. After 22+ years of installs, we know that step shapes how plants establish.
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