Most of our customers are asking when the best time to plant plants is.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fall Planting in Calgary
Q: When is the best time to plant trees, shrubs, and perennials in Calgary?
A: The best time is late summer and fall until frost. Planting during this period allows roots to grow in warm soil while plants go dormant above ground, ensuring a healthier start the following spring.
Q: Why is fall planting better than spring planting?
A: Fall planting gives your trees and shrubs almost an extra season of root growth. By the next summer, your plants are larger, healthier, and better prepared to handle Calgary’s dry weather.
Q: Do plants need a lot of care if planted in autumn?
A: Not at all. Plants require very little watering and fertilizing because they are preparing for winter dormancy. Snowfall through winter naturally nourishes and strengthens their root systems.
Q: What kinds of garden work are best done in the fall?
A: Fall is ideal for:
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Moving trees and shrubs
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Dividing perennials
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Planting bulbs
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Pruning most trees and shrubs
Q: Does Vivid Garden guarantee fall plantings?
A: Yes! We guarantee all fall-planted trees and shrubs for 2 years, giving you peace of mind and confidence in your investment.
Learn about Vivid Garden’s landscape design and construction process and start your fall planting project right away.
With decades of hands-on experience in gardening and horticulture, Vivid Garden helps homeowners avoid costly landscaping mistakes. Our expert team designs and develops gardens that your family can begin enjoying almost right away.
When it comes to planting trees, shrubs, or perennials, location matters most. Choosing the right spot ensures plants thrive and your landscape remains both functional and beautiful for years. At Vivid Garden, we carefully select trees and shrubs best suited to Calgary’s climate and your property’s unique conditions. The result is a garden that’s not only sustainable but also perfectly aligned with your family’s lifestyle and vision.
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Along with expert garden installations, we also provide irrigation system installation, repairs, winterizing, sprinkler blowouts, and professional drainage solutions.
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Best of all, you and your family can enjoy your finished project without paying for it right away. We accept all major credit cards and offer custom-tailored financing plans (o.a.c.) for every landscape construction and home improvement project.
Watch this video testimonial to see what other professionals in the garden industry say about fall planting benefits.
🌿 Key Benefits of Late Summer & Autumn Planting
With decades of experience in gardening and horticulture, Vivid Garden ensures your project is done right the first time — saving you costly mistakes.
✅ Fall and late-summer planting gives trees, shrubs, and perennials an early start on root growth.
✅ Autumn planting has the biggest impact on your landscape the following spring.
✅ Every garden is a custom design tailored to your family’s needs and lifestyle.
✅ All trees and shrubs supplied and installed by Vivid Garden include a 2-year warranty.
✅ Seniors always enjoy No G.S.T.