09 May From Concept to Creation: Sun Valley’s Process for Crafting the Perfect Summer Container
Is your backyard in need of a vibrant makeover? Are you dreaming of a picturesque display of flowers but don’t know where to begin? Let Sun Valley Landscaping take the reins with our summer color container services!
Our skilled designers will curate stunning arrangements of lush foliage and vibrant blooms, resulting in breathtaking displays that are sure to impress. Just don’t be surprised if your neighbors stop and stare in admiration!
Our Design Process Starts With You
Before we even start dreaming of all the gorgeous summer colors we can plant, we sit down with our clients and have a consultation. This involves assessing the location, size, and layout of the area where the summer color will be installed. We also take note of the existing landscape elements, such as trees, shrubs, and other plants, to ensure that our design complements the property’s overall look and fits within our client’s unique tastes.
When designing summer color, our team carefully considers the amount of light and orientation of the area to select plants that will flourish in the environment. We also evaluate the existing irrigation systems and natural drainage of the area to ensure proper hydration and also offer additional irrigation services to ensure your plants receive the necessary water during every season.
Seasonal Flower Container Options
As we move through the design process with our clients, the next most important thing is container sizes. The size of your container determines the pricing of our designs, and we offer a range of sizes including 12”, 16”, 24”, and 36” containers. This allows us to work with your existing containers if you have them and stay within your budget.
Don’t have a container yet? Let our team take care of that for you! We work with trusted providers to find the ideal container to complement your plants. No need to stress about the search, just sit back and enjoy the beautiful results.
Summer Plant and Flower Selections
Now, for the real stars of the show – the plants themselves! Our designers will whip up a perfectly balanced container with a mix of stunning flowers, charming trailing plants, and a centerpiece that’ll steal the spotlight. And don’t worry, our plant picks are tough as nails and thrive in the unpredictable Omaha weather.
Some of our favorite summer selections are:
- Coleus – This popular shade-loving plant has brightly colored foliage that ranges from deep reds to vibrant greens and yellows, and can be upright or rounded. They provide both texture and color to a summer container.
- Begonia – The possibilities are endless in Begonia as they come in all types of shapes, sizes, and colors. Their large, showy blooms in shades of pink, red, white, and yellow easily make a statement in any container while providing a glossy sheen with their green or brown leaves.
- Lantana – A triple threat of beauty, color, and fragrance! Its stunning shades of pink, yellow, and orange are matched by a refreshing citrus scent.
- Sunpatiens – These heat-tolerant plants have colorful blooms that come in shades of pink, red, and white. Their mounding habit is best used as a focal point or to fill in the space of a seasonal color container.
- Impatiens – This classic flower offers shades of pink, red, white, and purple and is great for those who have a shadier space.
- Zinnia – Saying Zinnia loves the sun is an understatement! These bold and beautiful flowers come in pinks, yellows, oranges, and reds and their upright habit makes them a perfect eye-catching flower in a container.
- Snapdragons – With their tall spikes of colorful flowers in shades of pink, red, yellow, and white, snapdragons can add height and interest to a summer container.
- Sweet Potato Vine – This fast-growing trailing plant has delicate leaves and small white to purple flowers that add a pop of color to a summer container. Its trailing habit makes it a great “spiller” or trailing plant for some movement in a container.
- Creeping Jenny – This is another great trailing plant that provides delicate, rounded leaves with a pop of bright green color.
For centerpieces, we utilize colorful, bold, and hardy plants to anchor your container design.
These include:
- Canna lily – This tropical plant makes a perfect centerpiece with its tall height and comes in shades of red, orange, yellow, and pink.
- Palms – This large tropical plant provides movement and texture to a container piece and prefers bright, indirect light.
- Hibiscus tree – This tropical shrub has large flowers in shades of pink, red, orange, and yellow and can get up to 10 feet tall making it a perfect focal point!
- Snake plant – Also known as Sanseveria, is a unique choice for the adventurous homeowner looking to make a statement with their sword-like variegated leaves in dark green and yellow.
If you’re a true flower fanatic who can’t get enough of the blooms, you’re in luck! Sun Valley Landscaping offers seasonal color services for all four seasons: spring, summer, fall, and winter. Whether you’re a summer-loving sunflower or an autumnal mums fan, we’ll keep your garden looking gorgeous all year long.
Installation of Annuals
Once we’ve designed a container that’s tailored to your taste, our crews will swoop in with all the materials needed for a flawless installation. Our expert landscape designers will be on-site to ensure everything goes smoothly, and they’ll make any necessary tweaks to ensure your container is nothing short of perfect. It’s like having your very own glam squad for your plants!
And once the season is done, the Sun Valley crew comes back during fall clean-up services to remove any summer color left behind so you don’t have to worry about lifting a finger!
Seasonal Color Container Maintenance
We understand how important it is to keep your container plants healthy and happy all season long, and proper watering is key. While we don’t offer watering services for our summer containers, our expert landscape designers at Sun Valley Landscaping are happy to share their insider tips and tricks on when and how frequently you should water your containers.
Plus, if you’re looking for a more hands-off approach, we also offer additional irrigation services to keep your plants thriving!
Summer Colors with Sun Valley Landscaping
Don’t settle for a dull backyard this summer, let Sun Valley Landscaping bring your vision to life. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and get started on your summer container design!