Late December is a quieter time in the garden, but it’s one of the most important planning windows of the year for homeowners and property managers thinking ahead to spring planting. As the growing season winds down, winter offers a rare opportunity to step back, evaluate your landscape, and make thoughtful decisions about trees and shrubs that will shape your property for decades.
Ivandale Farms has long been a trusted destination for high-quality trees and shrubs, and this time of year is ideal for researching varieties, understanding spacing needs, and identifying long-term goals like privacy screening, shade, ornamental interest, or fruit production. Trees are a lasting investment, and winter planning helps avoid rushed decisions once spring demand peaks.
By starting the process in late December, you give yourself time to consider soil conditions, drainage, sun exposure, and mature tree size so your selections thrive rather than struggle. Many experienced gardeners and landscapers use winter to map out planting areas, flag underground utilities, and prepare sites so that when spring arrives, installation can happen efficiently and with less stress. Ivandale Farms’ deep inventory and knowledgeable staff make it easier to find the right tree for the right place, whether you’re enhancing curb appeal, restoring a property, or creating a natural buffer from neighboring roads or homes. Planning now also increases the likelihood of securing preferred species and sizes before early-season demand limits availability.
Late December may feel far removed from planting season, but it’s actually when the best landscapes begin — with careful thought, good information, and a trusted nursery partner ready to help turn a plan into a thriving spring reality.