Des Moines Vegetable and Herb Garden Installation Services
Picture this: strolling through your backyard in Des Moines, plucking fresh greens, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant herbs—all without the hassle! At Neat & Tidy, we’re all about creating thriving edible gardens tailored to the unique climate of Des Moines, where the winters can be wet and the summers warm.
What Gardening Challenges Can We Help You Overcome?
- Are your garden beds sagging and muddy after winter?
- Frustrated with watering that seems to go nowhere as your crops bolt by August?
- Weeds and pests got you down?
- Sick of flimsy kits that warp or soil that disappoints?
- Struggling to plan your garden—too much lettuce at once, unripe tomatoes, or sad basil?
Our Installation Process (Here’s How We Make It Work)
- Sturdy Cedar Raised Beds: We construct beds using durable 2×6 or 2×8 cedar boards, reinforced with stainless or coated fasteners—goodbye rotting rail ties!
- Premium Soil Blend: Our veggie soil is compost-rich and well-drained, topped with mulch to keep moisture in and weeds out.
- Efficient Drip Irrigation: Enjoy a simple, timer-controlled system that delivers just the right amount of water, even on the hottest days.
- Supportive Trellis Systems: Perfect for climbing plants—choose from sturdy galvanized panels or classic wood frames to keep your garden organized.
- Season Extension Options: We offer low hoops and frost cloth/insect netting to protect your crops and help you grow longer.
- Clean Paths: Our paths are built with compacted gravel or arbor chips, complete with weed fabric underneath for a tidy look.
Des Moines-Friendly Plant List (No Drama Here)
Cool-Season Superstars: Lettuce, arugula, spinach, kale, chard, sugar snap peas, carrots, beets, radishes, cilantro, and parsley.
Warm-Season Favorites: Cherry tomatoes (like ‘Sungold’ and ‘Sweet Million’), ‘Early Girl’ slicers, bush beans, compact cucumbers, zucchini (one plant is plenty), and basil.
Herbs That Thrive: Thyme, oregano, chives, rosemary, sage, mint (best in a pot), and flat-leaf parsley.
Tip: We use staggered plantings (succession sowing) so you can enjoy a steady harvest without overwhelming quantities.
Our Annual Maintenance Plan (Because Your Garden Deserves It)
- Succession Schedule: We provide an easy-to-follow calendar for sowing, planting, and harvesting, keeping your beds productive all season long.
- Irrigation Tune-Up: Seasonal adjustments to timers and emitter checks to ensure your garden thrives.
- Pest and Slug Management: We use eco-friendly strategies like iron phosphate bait and beer traps to keep pests at bay.
- Soil Health Maintenance: Regular compost top-dressing to keep your soil rich and nutrient-dense.
- Winterization: From cover crops to mulching, we help prepare your garden for the colder months.
We pride ourselves on being a low-maintenance landscaping team, dedicated to minimizing your workload while maximizing your garden’s potential.
Service Options (Choose What Works for You)
- Quarterly Services: Perfect for spring and fall resets, with two mid-season check-ins.
- Bi-Monthly Services: Ideal for steady harvests and weed management.
(For new installations, we recommend starting with monthly services for the first 90 days, then adjusting as needed.)
What’s Included in Our Annual Maintenance
- Bed edge re-cutting and path refreshes to keep everything looking sharp.
- Targeted weeding and mulch touch-ups—no weeding against plant stems here!
- Assistance with trellis installation/removal and plant tying as your vines grow.
- Comprehensive drip system audits: timer programming, pressure checks, and emitter replacements.
- Seasonal health assessments for your plants with actionable recommendations.
Why Annual Maintenance Is Key
- More Continuous Harvests: Staggered plantings keep your table full and reduce gaps in production.
- Efficient Watering: Our methods promote deep, infrequent watering, encouraging robust roots and lowering your water bill.
- Fewer Pests: Healthy soils and strategic timing can significantly reduce pest issues.
- Long-Lasting Beds: Well-maintained paths and proper mulching protect your investment.
How Our Process Works
- Free Estimate: Send us photos or schedule a walkthrough; we promise transparent pricing.
- Design & Layout: We create a sun map and plan out bed sizes, materials, irrigation, and crops.
- Installation Day: Our team builds the beds, fills them with premium soil, sets up the irrigation, and plants your crops—all labeled for your convenience!
- Follow-Up: We provide a watering guide and a simple harvest chart to keep you on track.
Why Des Moines Chooses Neat & Tidy
- We’re a local team who understands Des Moines’s gardening quirks and weather challenges.
- Fully licensed & insured; we maintain tidy work sites and deliver quality finishes.
- Transparent pricing—all materials, labor, hauling, and disposal are included.
- Punctual, respectful service with no mess left behind.
- Eco-Conscious Approach: We use peat-free soils and efficient water practices.
Ready to Grow Delicious Food—Without the Drama?
Call or text Neat & Tidy to kick off your customized raised-bed plan, efficient drip setup, and planting schedule that will have you enjoying bountiful harvests right in Des Moines. We handle the setup; you get to enjoy the joy of picking and savoring your homegrown produce!
