Vegetable and Herb Garden Installation in Kent
Picture this: stepping into your backyard to harvest fresh greens, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant herbs—all grown right at home. At Neat & Tidy, we focus on creating thriving edible gardens that flourish in Kent’s distinct climate—cool nights, rainy winters, and warm summer days.
Are You Facing These Gardening Challenges?
- Are your garden beds collapsing after winter, turning into muddy pits or hardpan?
- Fed up with constant watering only to see your crops bolt by mid-summer?
- Frustrated with pests and weeds stealing your gardening joy?
- Tired of flimsy kits from the store that warp and come with questionable soil?
- Struggling with garden planning—too much lettuce all at once, tomatoes that refuse to ripen, or basil that just sulks?
Our Seamless Installation Process (And Why It Works)
- Sturdy Cedar Raised Beds: We use 2×6 or 2×8 cedar boards with stainless steel or coated fasteners—no rotting railroad ties here!
- Top-Quality Soil Blend: Our veggie soil mix is rich in compost, well-drained, and peat-free, topped with a fine layer of mulch to keep moisture in.
- Smart Drip Irrigation: We set up an easy-to-use timer-controlled system with a pressure regulator and backflow preventer to give your plants just the right amount of water.
- Supportive Trellis Systems: Perfect for climbing crops like tomatoes, peas, and cucumbers—choose between sturdy galvanized panels or classic wooden frames.
- Season Extension Options: We provide low hoops and frost cloth/insect netting to protect your crops, extending your growing season.
- Clean Paths: Our paths are made with compacted gravel or arbor chips, featuring weed fabric underneath to keep everything neat.
Kent-Friendly Plant List (No High Maintenance Varieties 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 all you need), and vibrant basil.
Herbs That Thrive: Thyme, oregano, chives, rosemary, sage, mint (best in a pot), and flat-leaf parsley.
Pro Tip: We utilize staggered plantings (succession sowing) to ensure you enjoy a continuous harvest without being overwhelmed by produce at once!
Our Annual Maintenance Plan (Your Garden’s Best Friend)
- Succession Schedule: We provide an easy-to-follow calendar for sowing, planting, and harvesting to keep your beds productive all season long.
- Irrigation Tune-Up: Seasonal adjustments to timers, checking emitters, and deep watering during the hot summer months.
- Pest and Slug Management: We use iron phosphate bait, beer traps, and protective netting to keep your garden healthy and thriving.
- Soil Health Maintenance: Regular compost top-dressing and gentle organic amendments tailored to your plants’ needs.
- Winterization: We assist with cover crops or mulching, draining lines, and storing trellises/fabrics for the winter months.
At Neat & Tidy, we pride ourselves on being a low-maintenance landscaping team. Our goal is to minimize issues between visits and lighten your workload.
Service Options (Find What Fits You Best)
- Quarterly Services: Great for spring and fall resets, plus two mid-season check-ins.
- Bi-Monthly Services: Perfect for maintaining steady harvests and managing weed pressure.
(For new installations, we can start with monthly services for the first 90 days, then adjust 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 (we never weed against plant stems).
- Help with trellis installation/removal and plant tying as your crops grow.
- Comprehensive drip system audits: timer programming, pressure and flow checks, and emitter replacements.
- Seasonal health assessments for your plants (checking for bolting, deficiencies, or mildew) with practical solutions.
Why Annual Maintenance Is Key
- More Continuous Harvests: Timed plantings keep your table full and reduce gaps in production.
- Efficient Watering: Our methods encourage deep, infrequent watering, promoting strong root growth and lowering your water bill.
- Fewer Pests: Healthy soils and strategic timing help eliminate the need for many pest sprays.
- Long-Lasting Beds: Well-maintained paths and proper mulching protect your lumber and soil.
How Our Process Works
- Free Estimate: Send us photos or videos, or schedule a quick walkthrough; we promise clear, upfront pricing.
- Design & Layout: We create a sun map and plan out bed sizes, materials, irrigation, and crops.
- Installation Day: Our team constructs the beds, fills them with our premium soil blend, sets up the drip irrigation, installs trellises, and plants your chosen crops—all labeled for your convenience!
- Follow-Up: We provide a watering guide, a simple harvest chart, and add-ons whenever you’re ready.
Why Kent Chooses Neat & Tidy
- We’re a local crew that understands Kent’s unique weather patterns and gardening challenges.
- Fully licensed & insured; we maintain neat work sites and deliver clean 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, integrated pest management strategies, and efficient water use.
Ready to Grow Delicious Food—Without the Drama?
Call or text Neat & Tidy for a customized raised-bed plan, efficient drip setup, and a planting schedule that leads to bountiful harvests in Kent. We handle the setup; you enjoy the delightful experience of picking and savoring your fresh produce!
