Yard Assessments and Recommendations
What horticultural advantages and challenges does your property have? What plants – including trees and shrubs – are in your yard? What should you consider before changing your landscape, and how should you go about it? What should you keep? What could be planted, and where?
Maintenance
Want to enjoy all your yard has to offer, without yardwork becoming an unwanted chore? Whether it's one-time spring or fall clean-ups, or having us maintain your yard throughout the season, we're happy to discuss what works best for you. A number of our clients simply say, "Come whenever you feel you need to, whether we're home or not. We'll trust you to decide what needs to be done. We just want to come home to a great looking yard!"
Landscaping Ideas
Do you want an inspiring ornamental garden, a food-producing garden, or a combination of the two? Why is the orientation of your home important? What about winterscaping to create an interesting view from your window, regardless of the season? Although we do not do "hardscaping" (e.g., stonework, outdoor kitchens, etc.) we are happy to provide you with suggestions as to what might be best for your personal space.
Growing Your Own Food
More and more people are discovering the many benefits of cultivating their own fruit and vegetables - and we can help, even if you've never grown anything before! For example, raised beds (pictured here) offer many advantages including an easy way to adopt a "no-till" gardening practice, along with better use of water, and the ability to grow plants in areas where the existing terrain is unsuitable. We can custom-make beds to your specifications. We can also help you with "vertical gardening" in limited spaces.
Rain Gardens, Ponds, etc.!
You might have read about a yard feature or new trend from a neighbour, a magazine or online. But is it right for you? For example, rain gardens take advantage of your home's downspouts to use rainwater for your yard. A pond adds interest, enhances outdoor living, and attracts birds. What about xeriscaping? Whatever you might have in mind, we're glad to discuss all the pros and cons, plus the best way to proceed.
