Site Assessment and Clearing Existing Landscape
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Probably should maintain the image of a professional landscape organization 
What happens here
The initial step in any landscape renovation is to assess the existing conditions. The video shows an overgrown, 'scraggly' parking lot island area that needs attention. For a DIY project, this involves thoroughly inspecting the site, identifying plants to be removed, planning the new layout, and clearing out all existing unwanted vegetation, debris, and old mulch. This prepares a clean slate for new planting.
Goal: Prepare the planting beds by removing all old and unwanted vegetation and debris.
Tools and materials
- Gardening Gloves — Protecting hands from thorns, dirt, and blisters
- Pruning Shears — Cutting back stubborn roots or branches during removal
- Rake — Gathering debris and leveling soil
- Shovel — Digging out old plants and breaking up soil
- Wheelbarrow — Transporting removed plants and debris