Q. What is the definition of "Landscaping"?
A. The proper definition of "landscaping" is any home improvement on the properties grounds- either practical or aesthetic. To take it further, anything that is exterior to the home itself is part of a properties landscaping.

Q. What is a Landscape Designer?
A. Landscape Designers are professional Horticulturists. Their training and artistic eye allow them to create a well balanced and aesthetically pleasing landscape experience.

Q. Why bother with landscaping?
A. The short answer is that besides the visual appeal of having an artistically created environment around your home, a professional landscaping can increase your property value.

Q. Is the finished Landscaping going to look good all year long?
A. Yes, an experienced Landscape Designer considers many characteristics of the plants he/she uses. Plants are chosen for many reasons such as shape, color, flowers and seasonal compatibility.

Q. I have some computer software that will help me design my own landscaping. Do I really need a professional designer?
A. While computer software will allow you to place plant material in a graphic representation of your property, there is no substitute for the experience, training and insight that a professional designer can bring to your project.

Q. What is the on-site consultation
A. The on-site consultation between the owner and designer is the first step in developing the foundation of a design that will meet the needs of the client. The consultation give the designer a chance to learn the goals of the client as well as measuring and photographing the property.

Q. As the client, what should I provide the designer at the on-site consultation?
A. The client should be prepared to provide the following information: A general idea of the goals of the landscape design. A list of any specific trees, shrubs or perennials that they would like included in the design and a copy of the lot plan or property survey.