As you might have guessed from reading my blog; I am passionate about gardening. I have worked as a landscape consultant and horticulturist for over 15 years in the Phoenix metropolitan area.
Whether you have just moved to the desert and have no idea what you are doing or maybe you are a long time resident and need some assistance with either a new or old landscape... I can help.
A consultation not only helps you to have an attractive garden, but can save you money by suggesting appropriate plants, placement and maintenance scheduling.
Most people over-prune, over-water and over-fertilize when their plants don't need it. In addition, they grow plants that struggle to survive in our hot, arid climate or waste money buying trees and plants in larger sizes from the nursery when smaller sizes will work just fine.
The focus of my consultations are to help people to use beautiful, low-maintenance plants that are adapted to the desert and learn how to take care of them - most only need pruning only twice a year.
CONSULTATION SERVICES OFFERED:
BASIC CONSULTATION: I visit your landscape/garden and do a walk with you through ascertaining your needs. I discuss with you your desires for your garden; low-maintenance, color, more interest, etc. I will help you identify what plants you currently have and how to care for them. Verbal recommendations for what plants should be removed, pruned or replaced, will be covered. Irrigation guidelines are also included. $155
The following can be added to the basic consultation, if desired...
PERSONALIZED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE: A 12-month personalized, written maintenance schedule tailored to the needs of your landscape. How and when to prune, irrigate and fertilize.
This is a great money-saving option for the homeowner because many people over-water and over-prune their plants. Basic consultation fee + $50.
DESIGN: My photo design option is very popular with clients. Photos of your landscape with plant symbols super-imposed on each photo with a photo plant list. Detailed instructions on what plants to remove (if applicable) is also included. Basic consultation fee + $145. (Large properties may cost more).
This is great option and user-friendly for the homeowner and/or landscaper to implement without having to figure out complicated landscape designs. It is also much easier to visually picture how your landscape will look.
**The best value combines the basic consultation, personalized maintenance schedule and photo design for $295. This is often all you need to move forward to creating a beautiful, low-maintenance landscape that will save you money in the future.
SPECIALTY GARDENS: Want to create a hummingbird garden or attract butterflies? How about planting your own vegetable garden or herb garden? I would be happy to create a design and written guidelines on how to create your own specialized garden. Cost dependent on the size of the project and starts at $225.
NURSERY VISIT: Ever feel overwhelmed at the nursery? Do you wonder what plants will do best in your garden? I will accompany your to a nursery to help acquaint you with the many beautiful plants that will grow and thrive in your garden. Don't waste money on buying plants in a larger size then you need. I'll help you determine when it is worth buying the larger plant or when you can save money by purchasing a smaller one that will grow quickly. Learn how big plants will become and which ones are low-maintenance, yet beautiful. $105
YEARLY OR SEASONAL FOLLOW-UP VISIT:
I will re-visit your garden and make verbal suggestions for an 'tweaking' needed including any recommended changes in maintenance, plant replacement, etc. $105
I currently work in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area, within 1 hour driving time from the East Valley. I do occasionally offer consults in areas further away depending on how busy I am. Please contact me for details.
Please email me to set up a consultation. I will get back to you within 24 hours.
I look forward to working with you.
- "I can't sing your praises enough! I am so excited about all of your suggestions." Linda P. (Phoenix)
- "It was so nice to meet you. Your advice was useful and I know will help us create the yard we look forward to. The notes were perfect. Thanks again." Karen B. (Surprise)
- "Noelle, thank you for the great information. Your visits and reports were exactly what I hoped for - I now have confidence that I can take care of my yard and plants." Meg C. (Tempe)
Most people over-prune, over-water and over-fertilize when their plants don't need it. In addition, they grow plants that struggle to survive in our hot, arid climate or waste money buying trees and plants in larger sizes from the nursery when smaller sizes will work just fine.
The focus of my consultations are to help people to use beautiful, low-maintenance plants that are adapted to the desert and learn how to take care of them - most only need pruning only twice a year.
CONSULTATION SERVICES OFFERED:
BASIC CONSULTATION: I visit your landscape/garden and do a walk with you through ascertaining your needs. I discuss with you your desires for your garden; low-maintenance, color, more interest, etc. I will help you identify what plants you currently have and how to care for them. Verbal recommendations for what plants should be removed, pruned or replaced, will be covered. Irrigation guidelines are also included. $155
The following can be added to the basic consultation, if desired...
PERSONALIZED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE: A 12-month personalized, written maintenance schedule tailored to the needs of your landscape. How and when to prune, irrigate and fertilize.
This is a great money-saving option for the homeowner because many people over-water and over-prune their plants. Basic consultation fee + $50.
DESIGN: My photo design option is very popular with clients. Photos of your landscape with plant symbols super-imposed on each photo with a photo plant list. Detailed instructions on what plants to remove (if applicable) is also included. Basic consultation fee + $145. (Large properties may cost more).
This is great option and user-friendly for the homeowner and/or landscaper to implement without having to figure out complicated landscape designs. It is also much easier to visually picture how your landscape will look.
**The best value combines the basic consultation, personalized maintenance schedule and photo design for $295. This is often all you need to move forward to creating a beautiful, low-maintenance landscape that will save you money in the future.
SPECIALTY GARDENS: Want to create a hummingbird garden or attract butterflies? How about planting your own vegetable garden or herb garden? I would be happy to create a design and written guidelines on how to create your own specialized garden. Cost dependent on the size of the project and starts at $225.
NURSERY VISIT: Ever feel overwhelmed at the nursery? Do you wonder what plants will do best in your garden? I will accompany your to a nursery to help acquaint you with the many beautiful plants that will grow and thrive in your garden. Don't waste money on buying plants in a larger size then you need. I'll help you determine when it is worth buying the larger plant or when you can save money by purchasing a smaller one that will grow quickly. Learn how big plants will become and which ones are low-maintenance, yet beautiful. $105
YEARLY OR SEASONAL FOLLOW-UP VISIT:
I will re-visit your garden and make verbal suggestions for an 'tweaking' needed including any recommended changes in maintenance, plant replacement, etc. $105
I currently work in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area, within 1 hour driving time from the East Valley. I do occasionally offer consults in areas further away depending on how busy I am. Please contact me for details.
Please email me to set up a consultation. I will get back to you within 24 hours.
I look forward to working with you.
- "I can't sing your praises enough! I am so excited about all of your suggestions." Linda P. (Phoenix)
- "It was so nice to meet you. Your advice was useful and I know will help us create the yard we look forward to. The notes were perfect. Thanks again." Karen B. (Surprise)
- "Noelle, thank you for the great information. Your visits and reports were exactly what I hoped for - I now have confidence that I can take care of my yard and plants." Meg C. (Tempe)
