The Importance of a Landscape Plan

Joanne Mohan • November 20, 2024

The importance of a landscape plan when starting to design your own garden

When you embark on the journey of creating your own garden, it is essential to give careful attention to crafting a detailed landscape plan. This plan should not only encompass the layout and positioning of flower beds, pathways, patio areas, trees, and shrubs but also account for specific considerations such as the amount and direction of sunlight, the natural patterns of water drainage, and the quality of the soil.


By developing a comprehensive landscape plan, you can ensure that your garden is not only visually stunning but also fully functional, meeting the diverse requirements of different plant species. Having a well-considered plan in place can save you time and resources by avoiding costly mistakes and the need for major revisions, resulting in a more effective and successful garden design process. Dedicating the necessary time and effort to create a thorough landscape plan is crucial for realizing your vision of a captivating, well-designed garden space.


When venturing into the exciting endeavor of designing your own garden, it's crucial to place significant emphasis on a detailed landscape plan. It's vital to also account for specific factors such as orientation, water drainage patterns, what is happening around your site and the quality of the soil and existing vegetation. Choosing native plants in landscaping and gardening can lead to reduced water usage, as they are already adapted to the local climate and soil conditions. Protecting native plant species is vital, as they face various challenges and threats in the modern world. Conservation efforts and initiatives aimed at preserving native plants are essential for maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem health. Native plants play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of ecosystems. They have adapted to local environmental conditions and provide essential habitat and food for native wildlife. Our gardens offer an opportunity for us all to plant more native plants and be part of the solution to increase pollination and biodiversity. Designing areas for lawn alternatives, groundcovers and encouraging more sustainable practices on our properties offer benefits for us and our community.



The implementation of a well-constructed plan can effectively save you valuable time and resources by averting costly errors and the necessity for extensive revisions, ultimately streamlining the garden design process for maximum efficiency and success. Investing in the landscape plan phase is important in realizing your vision of a functional and aesthetic garden.


By Joanne Mohan August 18, 2025
Unplug, Disconnect, Bloom!
By Joanne Mohan August 18, 2025
During the winter months, it's completely natural and acceptable to adopt a more laid-back attitude toward your garden. As temperatures drop and snow begins to cover the ground, most plants enter a state of dormancy, making winter a time when many gardeners can take a well-deserved break. This is an opportunity to appreciate the unique beauty that winter brings to your outdoor space. The skeletal branches of trees can create striking silhouettes against the crisp, clear sky, while winter-blooming plants, like hellebores and winter jasmine, add unexpected pops of color. Consider how the landscape transforms, with the quiet stillness allowing for reflection and rest. Instead of worrying about weeding or pruning, embrace this season of inactivity. You can enjoy cozy moments indoors, perhaps with a warm beverage, while dreaming of the vibrant blooms and lush greenery that will return with spring. Allow yourself to recharge and relish the tranquil beauty of your garden during this quieter time, knowing that it will soon awaken to life again. Winter gardening offers a unique opportunity to engage in a variety of activities that can enhance both your garden and your gardening skills. One enjoyable task is to create a winter garden plan, where you can research and select plants that thrive in colder months, such as evergreens and winter-blooming flowers. You can also take this time to prepare for spring by organizing your gardening tools, cleaning pots, and starting seeds indoors for future planting. It’s a great time for winter pruning of certain trees and shrubs, which promotes healthier growth in the spring. The winter months provide a valuable opportunity to prepare and organize for the upcoming spring and summer seasons in your garden. This is the ideal time to assess your needs, set clear goals, and create a comprehensive plan. Consider reaching out to professionals for ideas and designs. Many companies are still working and scheduling work for early Spring. If you hope to have landscaping completed for Summer, start planning now and call Parklane Landscapes at 705-327-0064 or visit our website parklanelandscapes.ca