Thoughtful landscape services rooted in clarity, systems, and long-term success.
Services
All work begins with thoughtful planning and is tailored to site conditions, goals, and how the landscape will be used over time.
Property-scale planning
For properties where layout decisions come before garden design.
Some projects begin before any garden or planting plan exists — when preparing a new property or considering long-term changes.
Land & Property Planning clarifies layout, use, and sequencing before building, clearing, or planting.
Garden-scale services
Garden
Consulting
Clear direction for edible, ecological, and organic gardens before committing to design or installation.
Garden
Coaching
Ongoing, hands-on guidance to support learning, care, and long-term garden stewardship.
Design & Guided
Installation
Thoughtful landscape design with professional installation to ensure the landscape performs as intended over time.
Not a good fit for routine lawn care or quick cosmetic landscaping projects — this work focuses on long-term function.
Selected examples of completed projects can be viewed in the project portfolio.
Not sure which service is the right fit?
Start with a conversation — we’ll clarify the appropriate starting point together.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should a landscape designer be involved in a project?
Ideally before construction, grading, or planting decisions are finalized. Early planning allows layout, drainage, access, and long-term maintenance to be considered before changes become expensive.
Do I need a plan before installing a garden or landscaping?
Yes. Installation without a plan often leads to plant loss, rework, and unnecessary maintenance. A clear plan aligns placement, soil preparation, water use, and long-term care from the start.
What is the difference between land planning and landscape design?
Land planning focuses on property-wide layout decisions such as access, drainage, grading, and use areas. Landscape design develops planting, garden spaces, and detailed implementation within that structure.
How can a landscape become easier to maintain over time?
Maintenance improves when plant selection, spacing, sun exposure, soil conditions, and water needs are coordinated early. A systems-based approach reduces ongoing input rather than increasing it.
What should be considered before building on a residential property?
Drainage patterns, sun exposure, access routes, future planting areas, and long-term use should be evaluated before construction so the landscape supports the home instead of being retrofitted later.
How do you plan an edible or ecological landscape from the start?
Planning begins with site conditions, light, soil, and water patterns, followed by layout decisions and plant selection that support food production, habitat, and long-term performance.