Check out what we do!
There's much to see here. So, take your time, look around. We love providing clients with a mix of services that answer their every gardening need! Take a look at a few projects designed by Olivia and installed by the team! Don't miss the gallery lower down displaying images of our maintenance properties.
Dallas
This design faced a number of Dallas Road's formidable challenges—unyielding winds, salty air, and the occasional visit from a curious deer. Tasked with revitalizing a tired, worn lawn into a showpiece, we embraced the opportunity to create a sanctuary that thrives in the face of adversity.
Native and drought-tolerant plant selections became our allies, carefully chosen to withstand the harsh coastal conditions. These resilient plants not only endure but flourish.
At the heart of the design lies a perfect circle, a symbol of unity and balance amidst the chaotic and wild expanse of its surroundings. Though initially simple, this central feature holds promise for the future, poised to be enveloped by lush ornamental plants as the garden matures. This gradual transformation will infuse the space with vibrant colours and textures, creating a captivating symmetry to the stunning coastal landscape beyond.
We introduced a micro clover lawn—a low-maintenance alternative that's not only eco-friendly but also a haven for pollinators. This choice not only reduces water consumption but also enhances biodiversity, inviting bees and butterflies to dance among the blooms.
Willis Point
In the rugged landscape of Willis Point, where deer pressure reigns supreme and the ground itself presents formidable obstacles, this garden now flourishes. With the backyard newly fenced, desirable plants are finally within reach.
But the challenges didn't end there. The property, perched atop blasted bedrock, presented a steep slope and a unique sub-layer of sand—an environment devoid of the soil essential for plant life. We utilized ferro cement structures for both retaining walls and raised beds. Yet, the issue of extreme drainage and lack of soil persisted—a challenge that demanded creative solution. Enter a layer of wood chips, acting as a buffer between the sand and the thick layer of soil above. This approach not only provided essential nutrients for plant growth but will also help retain moisture, ensuring the survival of even the most delicate specimens.
Expanding the patio with Minnesota limestone extended the entertainment space, offering a canvas for decorative pot plantings that added beauty and charm to the outdoor sanctuary. But perhaps the most joyous celebration came with the planting of over 1400 bulbs, predominantly tulips—a colorful tribute to the newfound freedom from deer intrusion, and a nod to the client's favorite bloom.
Balmoral
In the heart of bustling Downtown Victoria, amidst the urban hustle and bustle, lies a sanctuary where the dream of growing food becomes a vibrant reality. For our client, cultivating an abundance of annual vegetables and fruits was not just a desire—it was a must.
Our biggest opponent in the path of this design was a formidable foe: a mature western red cedar hedge, casting shadows and asserting its dominance with aggressive root pressure. Because it provides our clients with much desired privacy from the busy street beyond, the hedge must stay. Solution number one: annual vegetables grown in galvanized horse troughs. With solid bottoms preventing any competition from the encroaching roots, these raised beds become the ideal environment for cultivating a bounty of annual vegetables. Not only do they provide ergonomic ease for tending to the garden, but they look great too! Solution number two: river rock edging for the perennials gardens so we can raise the grade of the soil 1-2 ft. This buffer depth provides the new plants and opportunity to establish a root system before the cedar roots can invade!
In the shadier corners of the garden, where the cedar's shadow looms large, we utilized plants beloved by pollinators—both birds, bees and beyond.
