The Importance of Fall Planning in Estate Management

As summer fades into fall, landscapes in Bexley, Dublin, New Albany, Upper Arlington, and other exclusive central Ohio communities are entering a critical season. This is the time when proactive care, such as fertilization, pruning, irrigation adjustments, and pest monitoring, will set the stage for year-round beauty and long-term plant health.

“We view fall not as an end, but as the foundation for next year’s growing season. Planning now ensures you have the color and plant varieties necessary to create an elegant and custom outdoor environment that adapts with the seasons.” - Shawn Rine, CEO of Rine Landscape Group.

Why Fall Landscape Planning and Care Matters

High-end luxury landscapes demand a level of care that goes beyond the visible above ground in your landscape. In fall, plants redirect energy from foliage to their root systems, making it the ideal season for treatments that strengthen health and resilience. From turf renovation and woody plant care to soil health assessments, fall planning ensures you have the color and beauty you want when spring arrives. Proper fall planning ensures every element of your estate is fortified against both winter stress and emerging threats in central Ohio.

The Box Tree Moth: Emerging Threat to Central Ohio Luxury Landscapes

This year, one of the most urgent threats in our region is the Box Tree Moth (Cydalima perspectalis). Already detected in Southwest Ohio and Southern Michigan, this invasive pest aggressively feeds on boxwood foliage, often leaving plants defoliated and at risk of death.

While the Box Tree Moth has not yet been found in Central Ohio, state agencies and national horticultural organizations warn it is likely only a matter of time. Given the prominence of boxwood in many luxury estate landscapes, the threat is both aesthetic and financial.

A Comprehensive Approach to Addressing the Box Tree Moth

AEstate management is about foresight and protection. It requires a comprehensive approach; here are the key actions you and your residential estate management partner should be taking to protect the investment you have made in our outdoor living space:

• Horticulture Threat Monitoring: Establish a practice to track alerts from state and federal agencies to stay ahead of emerging issues like the Box Tree Moth.

• Treatment to Strengthen Plant Health: Applying seasonal strategies to ensure boxwoods sustain root development and winter hardiness.

• Consistent Inspections: Establish a schedule for inspecting high-value plantings, such as boxwood, oaks, and ornamentals, to detect stress, disease, or infestations early. This allows you to act and prevent potential spreading.

• Preparing Response Protocols: Collaborate with your residential estate management to ensure that immediate and effective treatment options are available should new pests or diseases emerge.

Safeguarding the Elegance of Your Estate

A well-maintained estate landscape is more than a collection of plants— it is a living investment and a reflection of timeless elegance. By approaching fall as a season of strategy, we ensure that our clients’ properties remain protected, resilient, and beautiful year after year.

For high-end homeowners in Columbus, a well-maintained estate landscape year-round isn’t a luxury—it’s an expectation. Your outdoor environment is a living investment and a reflection of timeless elegance. By approaching fall as a season of strategy, we ensure that our clients’ properties remain protected, resilient, and beautiful year after year. Rine Landscape Group differentiates itself in a crowded market by prioritizing quality, artistry, and exclusivity over quantity. We focus on listening to our clients, understanding their needs, and creating bespoke designs for year-round living.

As we continue to monitor the Box Tree Moth and other threats, our commitment remains clear: proactive care, comprehensive planning, and unwavering protection of the landscapes our clients entrust us to care for.