A Calgary seasonal landscaping calendar (what to do, and when)

A Calgary seasonal landscaping calendar (what to do, and when)

Early spring (snowmelt → soil workable)

• Inspect grading/drainage (catch pooling early)

• Plan projects and order materials early

• Prune where appropriate (species-dependent)

• Hold off on tender planting until frost risk drops

Late spring (planting + installs ramp up)

• Soil prep and amendments

• Sod/seed (watch watering rules—new sod/seed has different restriction allowances)

• Perennials, shrubs, trees (mulch + deep watering strategy)

Summer (growth + maintenance + storms)

• Adjust irrigation to restrictions/stage changes

• Weed control and mulch top-ups

• Watch for heat stress + hail damage

• Keep mower height higher during dry stretches

Fall (the make-or-break season for next year)

• Aeration/topdressing (where applicable)

• Tree/shrub care before freeze-up

• Clean-up without stripping all protective organic matter

• Winterize irrigation systems (if installed)

Winter (planning + protection)

• Protect vulnerable shrubs from desiccation/wind

• Be cautious with de-icers near concrete and plantings

• Start design/planning so you’re ready the moment spring hits