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Is Fall Planting Better for Trees & Shrubs

Is Fall Planting Better for Trees & Shrubs

Most people believe that spring is the preferred season to start planting trees and shrubs, for good reason.…

Sep 17,2019

Most people believe that spring is the preferred season to start planting trees and shrubs, for good reason. The generous rains of March, April, and May nurture plants well but there are cons for spring planting as well. Too much rain can make planting difficult especially if drainage is poor and the drastic heat of the summer can be too much for plants to endure. These issues have led people to think about planting in the fall season. At Sesmas Tree Service, we like to look at the whole story. So, here are some of the pros and cons of fall planting for trees and shrubs.

Is Fall Planting Better for Trees & Shrubs

Pros of Spring Planting

Most people consider springtime to be the best time for planting because of the warm weather and steady supply of rain. The plants then get soak up the sun during the long days of summer. Spring planting is also great to have your garden at its best when most people are on break during the summer. Having a healthy and beautiful garden is also helpful during the spring and summer days when home sales are generally highest.

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Cons of Spring Planting

Winters have been less and less predictable with chances of snow stretching into the beginning of spring. Overly generous rains also make planting difficult as the soil is drenched, especially if there is poor drainage. This can force you to plant deeper into spring, leaving your baby plants vulnerable in the harsh heat and dryness of the summer.

Pros of Autumn Planting

The days are still relatively long during the beginning of fall and the temperatures are moderate and fairly steady. Further, soil temperatures and moisture levels during fall weather promote rapid root development.

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3 large Leyland Cypress trees removed near front of our home. Excellent service, professional crew, very competitive pricing for superior work! Rolando provided the initial estimate and the  follow up and was the best in terms of customer relations. I'd both use this company again AND highly recommend them.

Susan Hitchcock

This is the 2nd time we have used Sesmas Tree Service. They are a wonderful company to deal with. They were on time, professional, and very thorough. They cleaned up prior to leaving and went out of their way to protect our plants and landscaping. And they kept to their proposal with no hidden cost or add ons. Definitely a five star experience!

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Wow!  I deal with tree services in my professional work and I can honestly say Sesmas is by far the most professional, best equipped, efficient, safety conscious, and communicative service I've ever encountered.  Their price was very reasonable and they even went so far as to include additional work without increasing the price.  Call them!  Now! They are very quick to respond.

Scott McLendon

We've used Sesmas several times and have always received excellent service.  Estimates are quick and easy and the crew is efficient and leaves the property clean of debris.  Recently we needed a tree removed next to a heavily landscaped area.  Sebastian went over everything with me in detail and listened to my concerns.  The crew did an excellent job in removing the tree with minimal disturbance to the surrounding area.  We are pleased and will consider them again in the future for pruning and tree removal.

Tonia Griswold

Sesmas Tree Service was amazing! I had two dead trees cut and a lot of trees that were already down on my property removed. Sebastian came out and sent the quote in writing within 24 hours. We were in the process of scheduling the service when a slot opened up sooner snd I was able to go ahead and get the work done. Everything was explained ahead of time for what to expect. The crew was very efficient and professional.  All of the work and cleanup was done in one day. I would recommend Sesmas for your tree cutting/cleanup needs.

LaDora Woods

I hired Sesmas to cut down a very tricky tree that was hanging over my house as well as a few large limbs. They did a great job and had the machinery to get the job done right.

Perry Hartman

Great experience with Sesmas. They were meticulous with my tree removal, safe and efficient. David’s communication throughout the process was much appreciated. Highly recommend!

Lindsay Ellenburg

Great experience with Sesmas Tree Service. The arborist who came out was a Board Certified Master Arborist, and you could immediately tell he knew his stuff. He took the time to explain what needed to be done, gave us clear options, and helped us feel confident from start to finish. The whole process was easy and professional. We’ll definitely use them again.

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Cons of Autumn Planting

Waiting too long into the fall season can expose your plants to the harsh weather of the winter. Slow to establish species of plants and shrubs are therefore at great risk if planted in the fall. Early October is generally a good deadline to work with. Planting after this date puts your plants at risk. Tree Trimming in Johns Creek

Plant Selection

Is fall planting better for trees and plants? Unfortunately, there is no yes or no answer to this question. It depends on the species that you want to plant and the amount of care that you are able to provide. The timing also depends on your areas climate. Naturally, the winters will be much harsher and more difficult to endure for those planted in northern states while southern states will experience more tolerable weather in the winter and more severe heat and dryness during summertime.

Slow to establish plants are best planted in the springtime. These plants include magnolias, hemlock, sweetgum, tulip trees, willows, and more. Trees better suited for fall planting include buckeye, maple, sycamore, pines, spruces, and more.

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