Val Terbi was created in 2013 through the merger of several villages in the Scheulte valley, including Vicques, Montsevelier, Vermes and Corban. Here, the garden is that of a village house: a lawn, a hedge, a few fruit trees, sometimes a vegetable patch. A gardener in Val Terbi can take care of both routine upkeep and larger jobs, leaving you free to enjoy the space without the chores.
Climate and terrain in Val Terbi
The canton of Jura has a Jura mountain climate: winters are cold and long, frosts can return late in spring and snow readily settles in. The soils are limestone, often rather dry at the surface and rich in stones, which affects the choice of plants as well as how the ground is prepared. The region does not enjoy the mildness of Ajoie or of the Delémont valley: in Val Terbi, gardening follows a slightly later calendar.
The municipality spreads across several valley villages, and each garden has its own particularities. Depending on the village, a plot may be flat or sloping, open to the sun or sheltered behind buildings. A local landscape gardener knows these nuances and adapts planting, mowing and pruning to the exposure of each plot.
The gardening year in Val Terbi
Spring
The restart comes later than on the plain, and late frosts remain a risk: it is best to wait before putting out tender plants or sowing in open ground. This is the time to clear the beds, scarify and reseed the lawn after winter, then begin the first mowing. Pruning summer-flowering shrubs and mulching the borders are also prepared at this time.
Summer
Limestone soils dry out quickly at the surface, especially on well-exposed plots. Mowing not too short, watering less often but deeply, and mulching all help the lawn and borders get through hot spells. It is also the season for a first hedge trim, once the spring growth has finished, to keep the foliage dense and even.
Autumn
Autumn is the season for major jobs: clearing leaves, the last mow, hedge trimming, and planting trees and shrubs while the soil is still workable. It is also a good time to treat trees damaged by a difficult summer and to restore a garden that has been neglected. With long winters, it is best to finish everything before the first frosts.
Winter
The garden rests, but snow and frost leave their mark. Branches laden with snow can break, and fragile shrubs suffer from the cold. The winter months suit tree pruning while the trees are bare, planning the year’s work and preparing quotes, so you are ready as soon as the fine weather returns.
The most requested jobs in Val Terbi
Lawn mowing and care
In villages where every house has its lawn, regular mowing is the most common request. With a late spring and limestone soil, the grass needs a suitable cutting height, reseeding where necessary and consistent care. To find out more, see the lawn mowing and care page.
Hedge trimming
Hedges often mark the boundary of village gardens and grow quickly once the fine season sets in. Regular trimming keeps the hedge dense, stops it spilling over onto the road or a neighbour’s plot, and extends its life. See the hedge trimming page.
Village house garden maintenance
Many owners, second-home residents and people who no longer have the time or strength to look after their garden entrust all of it to a professional: mowing, borders, weeding, pruning, seasonal clean-up. A scheduled visit follows the rhythm of the Jura climate, with greater effort in spring and autumn. Discover garden maintenance.
Tree pruning and removal
Fruit trees, maples or large ornamental trees: in villages, they often grow old close to houses, roofs and power lines. With snow and wind, a weak branch quickly becomes a risk. Pruning is best done when the trees are bare; a professional will also assess cases where removal is necessary. Details on the tree pruning and removal page.
Garden restoration and creation
A garden neglected for a few seasons, land to take back after building work, or a space to design from scratch: a landscape gardener can restore it, then lay it out with plants suited to the climate and the limestone soil. Discover garden creation.
What to check before certain jobs
Some work does not depend on you alone. Tree removal, hedges on a property boundary and garden structures (pergola, shed, wall, pool) are governed by rules that depend on the canton and the municipal regulations. Check with the municipality before you start. The professional who comes to look at your garden can also advise you on the procedures to expect.
Making a request
- You describe your project online: type of garden, work wanted, village concerned.
- A professional gardener from the region contacts you and visits the garden if needed.
- You receive a free quote and are free to accept it or not.
To get started, request a quote.
Around Val Terbi
If your property is further afield, pages exist for the neighbouring municipalities: Delémont, Rossemaison and Moutier. See also the page for a gardener in the canton of Jura and all areas covered.
Frequently asked questions
When should I mow for the first time in Val Terbi?
It depends on the year: after a long winter, the grass starts growing later than on the plain. It is best to wait until the ground has drained and growth is well under way, then cut without scalping. A gardener from the region will advise you according to the condition of your lawn.
Can I plant as soon as the first fine days arrive?
Late frosts are common in the Jura climate, and they can damage young plants. For tender plants, it is best to wait a little longer than in a milder region. Hardy trees and shrubs are happily planted in autumn.
Can a landscape gardener look after the garden of a second home?
Yes, this is a frequent request: mowing, hedge trimming and seasonal clean-up can be scheduled even while you are away. State in your request the periods when you are there. The professional will organise visits accordingly.
Does limestone soil cause difficulties?
It means choosing plants that thrive in it and enriching the soil where useful. The soil can also dry out quickly at the surface, hence the value of mulching. A professional adapts the planting to this reality.
Is the quote really free?
Yes, the quote is free and with no obligation. The landscape gardener contacts you, looks at the garden if necessary and gives you a proposal that you are free to accept or decline.