Southwest Florida is known for its breathtaking landscapes, and at Peer Landscaping, we’re passionate about creating resort-style designs for homeowners in this stunning region. We understand that maintaining a high-end look requires more than a one-time landscape design and installation. That’s why we established Fort Myers Garden Service, a division dedicated to the meticulous care and maintenance of our landscape designs. One of our standout services is the quarterly flower bed transformation, where our skilled horticulturist, Brittany, collaborates with you to select and plant new seasonal flowering annuals for your garden.
Just like the captivating flower beds at Walt Disney World, we believe in the power of plants to create a lasting impression. We’ve curated a collection of 3.5 million annual flowers, herbs, and vegetables used throughout the year to achieve that magical and ever-changing appeal. Our goal is to ensure that your landscape always looks vibrant and fresh, with flowers in full bloom during the appropriate seasons. By choosing the right annuals and maintaining them with regular pruning, mulching, and vigilant observation for any signs of fungus, disease, or pests, we guarantee your garden will thrive.
When it comes to annuals, we believe they should complement your landscape design rather than overpower it. We work closely with you to select five to six varieties of annuals per season, offering a range of colors and plant forms that harmonize with your home’s style and surroundings. Whether you prefer a vibrant “cottage garden” aesthetic or a more refined look with a few selected types, we tailor the choices to your preferences. Our pricing is based on the number of plants you desire, not the variety, ensuring a flexible and personalized approach to enhancing your curb appeal.
Living in Southwest Florida, you might have assumed that there are no distinct seasons due to the consistent warm weather year-round. However, the reality is that we do experience seasonal changes that influence the success of plantings. Summers are hotter and wetter, with regular afternoon rainfall, while winters are drier with significantly reduced humidity and less precipitation. To accommodate these variations, we’ve divided the seasons as follows:
- Winter: Mid-December through March
- Spring: March through late May
- Summer: Early June through early October
- Autumn: Mid-September through early December
As professional horticulturists, we’ve meticulously researched and curated the best flowering annuals for each season. Our seasonal collections feature five to six types of plants carefully chosen to thrive during their respective seasons. By aligning our planting dates with the weather conditions necessary for optimal growth, we ensure that your landscape always showcases vibrant and healthy blooms. Although some plants we use may be perennials, we select them based on their appearance during the specific season, creating harmonious groupings that enhance your outdoor space.
When it comes to incorporating seasonal plantings into your landscape, we have several suggestions:
- Garden beds flanking your front door
- Border plants along driveways and walkways
- Planters positioned strategically throughout your landscape
- Underneath trees for vibrant pops of color, especially in areas with partial to full shade
- Border plants surrounding your pool or pool cage
- Window boxes or hanging baskets to add charm and beauty
To give you an idea of our seasonal flower collections, here are some examples:
Winter Collection (Beginning December 21st):
- Mona Lavender: 1-2 feet tall, partial sun, lavender color
- Coleus: 1 foot to 15 inches tall, full to partial sun, lime, red, purple, multicolored
- Sun Impatient: 2 feet tall, full sun to partial shade, red, orange, pink, white
- Delphinium: 14-16 inches tall, full sun, blue
- Amaryllis: 1-2 feet tall, partial sun, red, orange, pink, white
Spring Collection (Beginning March 20th):
- Geranium: 11-15 inches tall, sun to partial shade, pink, red, coral, purple, lavender, white, butterfly orchid
- Penta: 18-24 inches tall, full sun, deep pink, red, white
- Vinca: 10 inches to 1 foot tall, full to partial sun, red, white, pink, strawberry, Cora orchid
- Marigold: 10 inches to 1 foot tall, full sun, orange, red, yellow
- Lantana: 16 inches to 2 feet tall, full sun, cherry sunrise, red, pink, lavender, white, new gold
Summer Collection (Beginning June 21st):
- Blue Daze: 9-18 inches tall, full sun, blue
- Gaillardia (Blanket Flower): 12-18 inches tall, full sun, orange, pink, yellow
- Dwarf Hibiscus: 2-4 feet tall, full sun, yellow, pink, orange, red
- Dwarf Allamanda: 3-5 feet tall, full sun, yellow
- Angelonia: 15-20 inches tall, full to partial sun, purple, white, raspberry
Fall Collection (Beginning September 22nd):
- Dusty Miller: 6 inches to 1 foot tall, full sun, silver
- Celosia (Cocks Comb): 1 foot to 18 inches tall, full sun, red, pink
- Begonia: 18 inches to 36 inches tall, partial sun, red, white, pink
- Salvia: 10-14 inches tall, partial sun, red, vista mix, purple
- Chrysanthemums: 6 inches to 1 foot tall, full sun, Marsha pink, Wilma white, hankie yellow, bonnie red
- Vinca: 10 inches to 1 foot tall, full sun to partial sun, red, white, pink, strawberry, Cora orchid
At Peer Landscaping in Fort Myers, FL, we are dedicated to providing exceptional horticultural services that transform your garden into a paradise of vibrant blooms throughout the seasons. Let us bring our expertise and passion to create a landscape that dazzles and delights year-round.
