As summer draws to a close, many people start stepping back from their gardens thinking that the season is done. But the truth is, autumn is one of the most powerful times of year to think about creating your dream outdoor space. At The Garden Project Co., we believe this season offers opportunities that can set you up for success when the warmer months arrive the following year.
More Time for Creative Planning
The design process is more than just choosing plants and the required materials; it’s about getting to know you and your space on a much deeper level. Autumn is historically a quieter time in the gardening calendar, and with the busy summer rush behind us, we can dedicate more time to exploring your ideas, talking through how you want to use the garden, and creating a concept that feels personal to you.
This slower pace is important because it allows the space for further conversations, sketches, revisions, and refinements. The best gardens are never rushed, they are shaped by thorough collaboration and care. By starting now, you give yourself and your designer months to think about the details before spring arrives. By the time planting season rolls around, your garden design will be complete, and all that is left is the exciting stage of building it.
Availability
The reality is that garden designers and landscapers are incredibly busy during spring and summer. Many projects booked months prior are in full swing, and designers are often tied up on site. Autumn, however, is a moment when availability opens up a little bit more. This means you are less likely to face long waiting times and more likely to secure the designer you want to work with.
Working with a team like us means we can dedicate the right level of focus to your project. That level of care is what turns a standard outdoor space into a place you truly love.
A Clearer View of Your Garden
There is something revealing about a garden in autumn. As perennials fade and leaves drop, the true shape becomes more visible. Paths, fences, trees, and levels all stand out more clearly without summer foliage in the way. This “bare bones” perspective gives both you and your designer a better understanding of the gardens full potential.
Sunlight also behaves differently at this time of year, with lower angles casting long shadows. Observing this can help guide choices about layout, seating areas, and planting. We also gain valuable insights into how to make the most of every corner of your garden.
Preparing for Spring Planting
Although this time of the year is great to plant certain trees and shrubs, we often prefer to carry out the bulk of planting in spring. This allows us to choose plants in their prime condition and give them the best chance to thrive during the growing season. That said, starting the design process now means your garden will be ready for planting as soon as the weather warms.
Think of autumn as the planning season and spring as the planting season. By working on the design now, you avoid the common frustration of waiting until spring to start the initial garden transformation conversation.
Comfortable Working Conditions
This time of the year is also ideal to begin groundwork and structural changes. The temperatures are cooler, the soil often has more moisture, and working outdoors is more comfortable than sweltering hot summer days. By starting now, the practical side of your project can be completed on time, leaving planting to be carried out at the right stage next year.
Planning for Maintenance
Part of our role as designers is to help you think about how your garden will grow, not just how it will look on day one. Autumn is a good time to discuss what maintenance will be needed and how to keep your garden looking its best through every season.
Looking Ahead to Next Summer
Imagine stepping into your garden next summer and finding it transformed. A space ready for barbecues and time with family and friends. That doesn’t happen by accident. It happens because the groundwork was laid months earlier. By hiring a luxury garden designer in autumn, you give yourself time to shape the vision, refine the details, and be fully ready for when the new season arrives.
Start Your Journey Today
At The Garden Project Co., we see autumn not as the end of the gardening year but as the beginning of something new. It’s the season of ideas and planning. If you are ready to transform your outdoor space, now is the perfect moment to start the process.
Contact us and start your gardening journey now.