Magnolia Vegetable and Herb Garden Installation Services
Imagine harvesting fresh greens, relishing homegrown tomatoes, and snipping herbs just steps from your kitchen. At Neat & Tidy, we specialize in creating low-drama edible gardens that flourish in Magnolia’s unique climate—cool nights, wet winters, and warm late summers.
What Challenges Do You Face?
- Are your garden beds sagging after winter, turning into mud or hardpan?
- Tired of watering only to see crops bolt by August?
- Are pests and weeds draining your gardening enthusiasm?
- Frustrated with flimsy store kits that warp and provide subpar soil?
- Struggling with garden planning—too much lettuce at once, tomatoes that never ripen, or sulking basil?
Our Installation Process (and Why It Works)
Sturdy Cedar Raised Beds:
- We use 2×6 or 2×8 cedar boards, coupled with stainless or coated fasteners—no rotting railroad ties here!
- Estimated Time: 1-2 days for installation, depending on bed size and number.
Premium Soil Blend:
- Our veggie soil mix is compost-rich, well-drained, and peat-free, topped with mulch for moisture retention.
Efficient Drip Irrigation:
- We install a timer-controlled system with a pressure regulator, ensuring your plants receive the right amount of water.
- Estimated Time: 1 day for setup.
Supportive Trellis Systems:
- Perfect for climbing plants like tomatoes and cucumbers—choose from sturdy galvanized panels or classic wood frames.
Season Extension Options:
- Low hoops and frost cloth/insect netting to protect your crops and extend the growing season.
Clean Paths:
- Paths constructed with compacted gravel or arbor chips, with weed fabric underneath to keep things tidy.
Magnolia-Friendly Plant List (No Diva 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’), ‘Early Girl’ slicers, bush beans, compact cucumbers, zucchini, and basil.
Herbs That Thrive: Thyme, oregano, chives, rosemary, sage, mint (best in a pot), and flat-leaf parsley.
Tip: We utilize staggered plantings (succession sowing) for a continuous harvest without overwhelming amounts of produce at once.
Our Annual Maintenance Plan (Your Garden’s Routine)
- Succession Schedule: Easy-to-follow calendar for sowing, planting, and harvesting—keeping your beds productive all season long.
- Irrigation Tune-Up: Seasonal adjustments to timers, emitter checks, and deep watering during summer.
- Pest and Slug Management: Using iron phosphate bait and beer traps to keep your garden healthy.
- Soil Health Maintenance: Regular compost top-dressing and organic amendments.
- Winterization: Help with cover crops, mulching, and storing trellises for winter.
We pride ourselves on being a low-maintenance landscaping team, minimizing issues between visits.
Service Options (Choose What Works for You)
- Quarterly Services: Ideal 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 kick things off on a monthly basis for the first 90 days, then adjust as needed.)
What’s Included in Our Annual Maintenance
- Bed edge re-cutting and path refreshes for a sharp look.
- Targeted weeding and mulch touch-ups (never weeding against plant stems).
- Assistance with trellis installation/removal and plant tying as vines grow.
- Comprehensive drip system audits: timer programming, pressure checks, and emitter replacements.
- Seasonal health assessments for actionable fixes.
Why Annual Maintenance Is Essential
- More Continuous Harvests: Timed plantings keep your table full and reduce production gaps.
- Efficient Watering: Promotes deep, infrequent watering, encouraging strong roots and reducing your water bill.
- Fewer Pests: Healthy soils and strategic timing can eliminate the need for most 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 schedule a 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 premium soil, sets up the drip irrigation, installs trellises, and plants your 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 Magnolia Chooses Neat & Tidy
- We’re a local crew that understands Magnolia’s unique weather patterns.
- 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 and integrated pest management strategies.
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 produces bountifully in Magnolia. We handle the setup; you enjoy the fun of picking and eating your fresh produce!
