Add Privacy and Structure to Your Yard
Shrub and tree planting services for residential properties in Petersburg, New Jersey.
If you live in Petersburg and your yard feels open to the street or neighboring properties, or if certain areas lack definition or shade, planting shrubs and trees in the right locations can change how your property looks and functions. Atlantic Lawn Care plans and installs plantings that add privacy along property lines, frame entryways, fill empty corners, and create natural barriers without requiring years of waiting for growth.
We help you choose plants based on how much sun or shade each area receives, how wide and tall you want them to grow, and whether you need year-round coverage or seasonal color. Once we agree on placement and species, we prepare the soil, dig holes sized to each root ball, and plant everything at the correct depth to support healthy establishment. We also add mulch around the base to retain moisture and reduce weeds during the first growing season.
If your yard in Petersburg needs more structure, shade, or screening, reach out to Atlantic Lawn Care to talk through your goals and the best plants for your property.
How we plan and install new plantings
When we visit your property in Petersburg, we walk the areas where you want new plantings and look at sun exposure, soil drainage, and existing features such as fences, driveways, and utilities. We recommend shrubs and trees that fit the space, match your goals, and will thrive in local conditions without outgrowing their location or requiring constant pruning.
After planting, you will see clearer borders between different areas of your yard, more shade over patios or driveways, and better screening from streets or neighboring homes. Shrubs planted near foundations or along walkways soften hard edges and add layering, while trees create focal points and provide long-term shade as they mature.
We use nursery stock that is healthy and sized appropriately for faster establishment, and we amend soil with compost if needed to improve drainage or nutrient content. Planting depth is critical, so we make sure the root flare sits slightly above grade to prevent rot and ensure stable anchoring. We do not include ongoing watering or fertilization in the planting service, but we will explain what each plant needs during its first season so you know how to support it as it establishes.
Common concerns before planting begins
Homeowners typically ask about plant selection, spacing, and how long it takes for new shrubs or trees to look full and established.
How do you decide which plants to use?
We recommend plants based on how much sun or shade the area gets, how large you want them to grow, and whether you need year-round coverage or seasonal interest. We also consider soil type and drainage.
How far apart should shrubs be planted?
Spacing depends on the mature width of each shrub and whether you want them to grow together into a hedge or remain separate. We calculate spacing so plants have room to fill out without crowding or requiring heavy pruning later.
When is the best time to plant?
Fall and early spring are ideal because cooler temperatures and regular rain help roots establish before summer heat. We can plant during other times if needed, but watering requirements increase.
Will the trees block my view or utilities?
We place trees away from overhead lines, underground utilities, and sight lines that need to stay clear. We also consider mature height and spread so nothing interferes with structures or access as it grows.
How long until the plantings look full?
Shrubs usually fill out within one to two growing seasons, while trees take longer to reach mature size. You will notice immediate improvement in structure and coverage, with continued growth each year.
Atlantic Lawn Care works with homeowners in Petersburg who want their yards to feel more private, structured, or shaded without guessing which plants will work. If you are ready to add shrubs or trees, contact us to go over your property and plan plantings that fit your space and goals.