Frequently Asked Questions
How does the waitlist work?
If you have joined our waitlist you are in queue behind our design clients who signed on for designs the previous fall. These clients receive estimates and scheduling first, usually by mid-April. Once this first group of estimates goes out we will know who is committing to a project this season and who is not. The people who do not commit create an opening in our installation calendar. If you are on the waitlist you can expect to receive an email closer to the end of April with a calendar to schedule your consultation. Finding room in our schedule for new installation projects depends on the size of the project. Larger projects may have to wait for the following spring if we cannot find a suitable window of time in the current season.
Do I need a design?
In some form or other I usually end up sketching a yard before I work in it. Whether it is a full design with plant list or a rough sketch for my own application.
With a design in hand I can produce an accurate estimate quoting a budget for your plants, material and labour. With a design in hand we can break your project down into phases according to the budget you have. A design is never static and can always be tweaked.
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Yes. I do my best to answer questions as quickly and accurately as possible. Do not hesitate to call me back if something needs tending or tweaking. We stand by our warranty policy and we would like to see as high a survival rate as possible. So if you need help please ask.
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Yes we provide maintenance throughout the summer on a bi-weekly basis. We will also water for you if you are going away for an extended period of time. These are additional services please give us as much notice as possible if you would like to add these to your project.
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Yes. We have established a working relationship with multiple sub-contractors in the fields of construction and paving. We can general contract your project and bring in professionals to handle the hardscaping of your site.
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The price of your project will vary according to the size and magnitude you wish to achieve. The size and magnitude directly rely on your budget. I will ask you what your budget is. I need to know if you are dreaming of a stone fountain and pond but can only commit to a perennial flower boarder. Giving me an idea of what you can afford to do gives me the flexibility to visualize and communicate what is possible for your project. How much do you want to spend is not a dirty question. I need to know what kind of budget we are working with.
I want my yard to be low maintenance and easy care. What are my options?
This is a question of personal perception. I will need you to be clear on what low maintenance looks like to you. There is no such thing as a no maintenance garden. Gardens, plants, lawns all of them require upkeep to a certain degree. automatic irrigation is a major timesaver (life saver too).
We also provide spring, fall and summer maintenance if you would like more upkeep but don’t necessarily have the time yourself.