Fine Gardening and Landscape Care
Maintenance · Consultations & Coaching · Small Tree Pruning · Landscaping
Marin County Garden Maintenance
We provide thoughtful garden maintenance and landscape care rooted in ecological stewardship, skilled craftsmanship, and long-term plant health. Our work is guided by experience, certification, and a deep respect for the land.
- Year-round maintenance programs
- Typically twice-monthly visits
- Care of perennials, ground covers, and shrubs
- Small ornamental and fruit tree pruning
- Irrigation water management, maintenance, and programming
- Preventive disease, pest, and weed control using Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
- Composting and mulching
- Organic fertilization
- Hand and Electric tools emphasized
- Ongoing monitoring of your property for safety, plant health, and pest issues
- A limited number of clients to ensure consistency, attention, and continuity of care
Garden Consultations
We offer on-site garden consultations for homeowners in Marin County who want professional guidance, clarity, and direction for their garden.
A consultation includes up to one hour walking through your garden to address questions related to:
- Plant care and overall plant health
- Pruning needs and timing
- Maintenance priorities and long-term care
- Fire safety and water conservation
- Specific plant recommendations
- Seasonal maintenance plans
- Irrigation system evaluations (evaluation only; repairs not included)
Garden Coaching
Garden coaching provides personalized, hands-on guidance for homeowners who want to be more involved in caring for their garden. Coaching sessions may include:
- One-on-one, hands-on pruning instruction for fruit trees, street and yard trees under fifteen feet tall
- Coaching on roses, perennials, grasses, and shrubs
- Seasonal, eco-friendly garden care practices
- Fire-minded, water wise landscape care and maintenance guidance
Small Ornamental & Fruit Tree Pruning (trees 15 ft and under)
- Natural systems approach by certified and insured arborists
- Supports tree health, structure, and long-term performance
- Maintains appropriate form and balanced growth
- Prioritizes longevity
Landscape Projects
As a Licensed California Landscape Contractor, we design and install small-scale residential landscapes with an emphasis on sustainability, beauty, and long-term performance. Landscapes we install can be maintained by our team after installation, providing continuity of care as gardens establish and mature.
Design & Installation Services Include:
- Landscape design and installation
- Pollinator gardens
- Water-wise, fire-wise and climate-appropriate gardens
- Lawn-to-landscape conversions
- Fruit orchards