A great way to breathe some life into your landscape in Nebraska or Iowa is to add new plants. When choosing plants for your landscape, make sure you pick ones that are compatible with the type of soil in your landscape beds. It's also important that you take note of the amount of sun exposure or the lack thereof that your landscape beds receive during the day because different plants require different amounts of sunlight to grow well. The colors of your plants and how well they complement each other is another factor to consider so you can create an eye-catching display in your landscape. Lastly, don't forget to consider how much maintenance you are willing to do to keep your plants in top shape!

Consider the Soil Conditions of Your Landscape & What Plants Will Grow Best

Landscape bed in Omaha, NE, with mulch and plants beside a lawn.

When choosing plants for your landscape beds, the type of soil and its current conditions are important considerations. The plants that you choose will grow in that soil, so it should provide them with an ideal environment where they can flourish. Some soils can be moist while others can be light and airy. There are also soil types that are more prone to being acidic or too alkaline. Some soils tend to be deficient in some nutrients as well that are necessary for healthy plant growth. All these things dictate how well the soil conditions in your landscape beds are.

It's important to be aware of your landscape beds' soil type and conditions. The plants you choose should thrive in that particular soil so they won't have trouble growing and flourishing on your property! Different plants grow well in different types of soil, and you'll want your chosen plants to be compatible with the specific soil environment that your landscape has.

Some soil types can be acidic, alkaline, moist, light, and airy.

The amount of sunlight your landscape beds get is an important consideration when picking plants.

Mulched landscape bed in Omaha, NE, with shade and sun exposure.

No matter the plants you choose for your landscape beds, they all require a level of sun exposure to grow. That's why it's crucial to pay attention to the amount of sun that your landscape beds receive throughout the day when picking plants. Some plants thrive when they receive lots of sunlight throughout the day while some do well in areas with partial sunlight, but some grow best in shaded areas. The plants that you want to add to your landscape should be placed in an area where their sun exposure needs are met so they can grow strong and healthy!

Consider the colors of the plants and if they will work together in your landscape.

Another important consideration when choosing plants for your landscape beds is their color and how they work with each other. Your plants will be focal points, so you want to make sure they look great together! Choosing a color palette will create a cohesive look for your landscape. Plants with different shades of blue and purple create a cool and relaxing aesthetic, while red, yellow, and orange plants add a lively vibrance to your yard. You can also mix and match plants with different colors! However, it's important to ensure the colors complement each other, and that the plants are arranged properly to achieve an appealing aesthetic for your landscape.

Choose Plants That Meet Your Tolerance for Maintenance

Each plant has a different level of maintenance required to stay in tip-top health. Some plants require lots of upkeep to grow well, while some don't need much to thrive. Because of this, you'll want to consider your tolerance for maintenance, which is how much work you're willing to do to take care of your plants. Native plants are low-maintenance and won't need much attention because they are already well-adapted to the environment in your area. When you choose them for your landscape, you won't need to worry too much about your plants' upkeep!

Call us today to enroll in our plantings and softscapes service!

If you want to spruce up the look of your landscape, add fresh and beautiful plants to it! Here at Clear Creek Landscapes, we create stunning landscapes with our plantings and softscapes service. Whether you need new landscape beds on your property or want your existing ones to be refreshed, we will get the job done. Some of the popular plants that we usually add to landscapes include hostas, lavender, salvias, hydrangeas, and more. Our plantings and softscapes service is offered to commercial and residential properties, as well as HOAs, in Omaha, Elkhorn, Millard, NE, and other nearby areas, including surrounding communities in Iowa. Call us at (402) 677-7652 to enroll!