Winter Landscaping Projects – What We Can Still Do (and Can’t)
Winter Landscaping Projects – What We Can Still Do (and Can’t)
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Cold Doesn’t Mean You Have to Wait
Colorado winters bring frozen soil and unpredictable snow — but that doesn’t mean landscaping season is over. While some projects need to wait for spring thaw, others can be tackled in colder months to get ahead. If you’re planning a yard upgrade, here’s what can (and can’t) be done during winter.
1. Projects We Can Usually Complete in Winter
1. Projects We Can Usually Complete in Winter
1. Fence Installation
Posts can be set in concrete if the ground isn’t frozen solid
Cedar or steel panels install cleanly in cold weather
Faster scheduling due to lower winter demand
2. Grading & Site Prep
Ideal time for rough grading before spring rains
Skid steers and compactors work fine in dry snow conditions
Helps avoid soil compaction from wet spring soil
3. Rock, Gravel & Mulch Work
Rock beds, gravel walkways, and edging install well in most weather
As long as the base layer isn’t frozen, we can trench and tamp
4. Synthetic Turf Installation (Weather Dependent)
Can be installed if temps stay above freezing for several days
Requires a dry, unfrozen base for proper compaction and adhesive use
2. What Usually Has to Wait Until Spring
2. What Usually Has to Wait Until Spring
1. Sod Installation
Sod won’t root into frozen soil
High risk of winter kill or poor take
Best installed once daytime temps consistently stay above 50°F
2. Planting Trees & Shrubs
Roots don’t establish well during freeze-thaw cycles
Spring and fall remain the ideal planting windows
3. Paver Patios or Wet-Laid Hardscapes
Mortar, polymeric sand, and adhesives won’t cure in cold temps
Freezing rain or snow can damage joints before they set
We can prep the site — and install when it warms
3. Winter Advantages Most Clients Don’t Consider
3. Winter Advantages Most Clients Don’t Consider
Faster install timelines and easier scheduling
Off-season pricing before spring demand spikes
Time to plan and design without rushing
Many municipalities allow small winter installs — permits may still apply
We often build hardscapes in winter and return for planting in early spring.
4. Smart Planning = Spring Success
4. Smart Planning = Spring Success
We offer a range of winter services to stay ahead:
Design consultations and project phasing
Fence or grading install now to prep for turf or patios later
Drainage correction before snowmelt season
Material selection and deposits to lock in your place on the spring schedule
Even if you’re not building this season — winter is the best time to get ready.
Related Services:
Related Services:
Want to Get a Head Start on Your Spring Landscape? Let’s Start Now.
Want to Get a Head Start on Your Spring Landscape? Let’s Start Now.
We’ll show you what can be built in winter — and prep the rest so your yard’s ready before everyone else books out.
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