My name is Noelle Johnson. I am a horticulturist, certified arborist, and landscape consultant who lives in the Phoenix area. I am passionate about gardening in the low desert.
Whether you have just moved to the desert or long-time resident and need some assistance with your existing landscape… I can help.
Gardening in the desert is different
It’s no surprise that trying to grow and maintain plants in the desert can be confusing. If you are tired of watching plants struggle to survive or have no idea where to begin in your landscape – I have the answers you need.
My passion is helping people learn how to create, grow, and maintain a beautiful garden in the desert. So, before you throw in the towel and settle for only cactus and rocks in your landscape, let me assure that there is so much more possible!
I have been helping people like you for over 20 years to achieve their goal of an attractive outdoor space that brings them joy.
As a landscape consultant, I provide people with the information and guidance they need to achieve a lovely landscape that thrives in a hot, dry climate with little fuss.
And yes, it can be filled with color and beauty!
A consultation helps you learn what you need to have an attractive, low maintenance garden AND saves you money with the recommendation of appropriate plants, placement, and maintenance guidelines, including watering scheduling.
Common Landscape Problems
Most people over-maintain their landscape by excessive pruning, over-watering and fertilizing plants that don’t need it.
In addition, they have plants that struggle to survive in our hot, arid climate and often waste money buying trees and plants in larger sizes from the nursery when fast-growing smaller sizes will work just as well.
So how is a ‘landscape consultant’ different from a landscape contractor, designer, or nursery professional?
I offer recommendations based on not only my expertise as a horticulturist and extensive experience but what I recommend if completely independent of conflicting interests.
I don’t sell plants, offer maintenance or installation services. My advice is based solely on your needs and not on any hidden profits.
The focus of my consultations is to help people create functional, outdoor spaces using beautiful, low-maintenance plants that thrive in our arid climate – that’s it.
So in what type of situations is a landscape consultation helpful?
- New desert dweller who want to learn about their existing plants and how to care for them while personalizing the landscape to their taste.
- Homeowner who is tired of having a lackluster landscape despite spending a lot of money on the maintenance of it.
- Someone who has a newly designed landscape and no idea how to care for it.
- A person who wants a colorful landscape with little fuss.
Let’s get into what a LANDSCAPE CONSULTATION includes…
CONSULTATION SERVICES OFFERED
LANDSCAPE CONSULTATION:
I visit your current landscape and we do a walk through the landscape discussing what your goals are: low-maintenance, color, attracting wildlife, more interest, etc. Recommendations for new plants along with suggested plant removals, pruning and watering guidelines will be discussed.
I will help you learn how to care for your existing plants and identify any potential problems. Written watering and fertilizing guidelines, a personalized list of new plant recommendations, and maintenance guidelines for existing plants are included.
If needed, I can refer you to an independent landscape contractor who will implement the recommended changes. $499 (up to 2 hours).
*Plant placement is an important element in creating a pleasing design and I offer verbal suggestions for where to add new plants. Written planting plans are optional for an additional fee depending on the scope of the project.
YEARLY OR SEASONAL FOLLOW-UP VISIT:
I will re-visit your garden and make verbal suggestions for any changes in regards to plant placement, maintenance, plant replacement, etc. $295
GOLF COURSES AND HOA’S:
In addition to my work with homeowners, I work with churches, golf courses and HOA’s. I create custom plant palettes with plants that are attractive, yet low maintenance. Proper maintenance guidelines are provided, which decrease excessive maintenance while increasing the beauty of plants.
Other services are available, please contact me for further details. Past clients have included the Golf Course at Eagle Mountain, Legacy Golf Club, Rio Verde Country Club, and Sun City.
I would love to assist you with your landscape and help you realize its potential with much less work than you think!
Fill out the contact form below to set up a consultation with me.
Payment is due at time of service. I accept cash, check, or credit card.
I offer in-person consultation services in the central Phoenix area, Scottsdale, and the East Valley.
Please fill out the form below to set up a consultation.
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*Please note that I cannot answer individual gardening questions via email.
