Planning Your Landscape Projects for the New Year
As the year winds down and the weather cools, it’s easy to put outdoor projects on pause. But winter is actually the best time to start planning your next landscape transformation. Whether you’re dreaming of a backyard remodel, a new patio, or a full outdoor living space, a little preparation now means you’ll be ready to break ground the moment spring arrives.
At Manzano Landscaping, we believe great landscapes start with great planning — and the New Year is the perfect season to dream, design, and strategize.
Why Winter Is the Best Time to Plan
In the Pacific Northwest, the slower winter months give you space to think intentionally about your property goals. Here’s why planning ahead pays off:
Faster scheduling: Spring fills up fast for installation work. Getting your design approved early secures your spot.
Smarter budgeting: With time to plan, you can prioritize projects that fit your goalsandyour budget.
Better design outcomes: A winter design phase allows for creative collaboration without the rush of spring demand.
Seasonal advantage: By finalizing your design now, materials and crews are ready to go once the ground thaws.
What to Consider When Planning a Landscape Project
Before jumping into construction, here are key things to think about:
Purpose: Do you want more space for entertaining, relaxing, or playing?
Functionality: How do you use your yard year-round, and what’s missing?
Aesthetic: What mood or look reflects your home’s architecture and your lifestyle?
Maintenance level: Prefer low-maintenance, sustainable plantings or lush greenery that needs more care?
Drainage and grading: Seattle’s rainfall makes proper drainage a top priority for any design.
These questions lay the foundation for a design that’s not just beautiful — but built to last.
How to Get Started
Book a consultation early. Discuss your ideas, timeline, and budget with a professional before spring rush.
Gather inspiration. Save photos, color palettes, and material samples that match your vision.
Assess your current space. Identify problem areas: poor drainage, patchy grass, or outdated hardscapes.
Map out priorities. If you can’t do everything at once, decide which projects will make the biggest impact first.
The planning process doesn’t need to be overwhelming — it just needs direction and expertise.
How Manzano Landscaping Can Help
At Manzano Landscaping, we bring decades of design-build experience and local insight to every project. Our family-run team knows Washington’s terrain, weather patterns, and materials — and we use that knowledge to create outdoor spaces that feel like a true extension of your home.
From design consultations to full construction and maintenance, we help homeowners bring their vision to life with craftsmanship, integrity, and care.
Whether you’re envisioning a peaceful garden retreat, a custom patio, or a modern outdoor living area, we’ll make sure every detail is thoughtful, functional, and timeless.
🌿Ready to turn your landscape goals into a plan?
Contact Manzano Landscaping today to start designing your dream outdoor space for the year ahead.
