Process
#1
Consultation
Understanding your interests for your garden, (functional, aesthetic, and financial). Advising and proposing options for the general composition and ambiance of the garden to be created.
We work with you to identify ways the landscape can accommodate your unique lifestyle or intentions for the property. It is not our objective to tell you what you should do, rather to figure out what will best suit your circumstances. This includes functional, aesthetic, and environmental aspects as well as project budget and future plans for property (stay, sell, or rent). With this understanding we will discuss our options for the landscape composition in order to arrive at a mutual understanding for optimal results.
#2
Design
A plan view specifying material, location, variety, and quantity is prepared and presented to you with explanation and example.
#3
Installation
as specified by the design and contract, the garden is installed.
#4
Maintenance
Though we don’t do regular weeding and cleanup we’ll gladly consult with your gardeners to ensure proper development of you garden. The major maintenance 2-3 times per year, (pruning woody plants, dividing perennials, changing annuals) we prefer to do ourselves. Our interest in maintenance is the proper development of your garden.
#5
Tree work
Few things offer more comfortable and permanent natural feeling than mature trees, especialy when pruined by a professional and artistic hand.
If you like what you see and are interested in an Admiral Green garden please contact us.
The process starts over the phone or in person -- a brief chat to get an idea where you are, and where you want to be. Are you happy with the general footprint and looking for something of a facelift or, are you looking for a complete makeover?
Once we have a clear general direction, we address the most-effective options for making the project a reality. With the plan in place, work begins on transforming your space.
Unlike home construction, the garden is a living entity. I select the best plants and materials for your project. My years of experience provide insight into the subtleties involved with choosing the best materials available.
After the installation, you are free to enjoy your newly designed space. Once installed, a maintenance approach that best suits your needs can be developed to ensure a lifetime of landscape luxury.
During our initial consultation I gather your ideas. Is this space primarily visual, or for entertaining? This gives me a better idea of what your needs are. Considerations also include the length of time you intend to stay in your home, and maximizing your investment. The design process flows most easily when we address the functional aspects of your space first; style and design will follow.