This architect-designed hardscape and garden design was completed by a company specializing in stone hardscape installations. The project had numerous structural changes that were made without considering the impact on the garden design.

A beautiful garden has been achieved by introducing a number of new perennials and shrubs with long bloom time and four-season interest. The right side was renovated with stunning new evergreens and perennials and repeated favorite plants. The design included repeating select favorites on both sides for a balanced and harmonious garden.

The client favored a few of the perennials and shrubs in this garden including snow in summer, hot pink phlox and mandarin lights azalea. We pruned overgrown plants to improve appearance and stimulate new growth before installing new geotextile and irrigation hoses under mulch.

This garden had too many azaleas and very few evergreens for structure. We transplanted some of the azaleas to the right side and replaced dying low growing junipers with larger threadleaf cypress evergreens that will improve appearance and add year-round interest.

Poorly installed landscape fabric, sparse plantings, and an unsightly tree stump were among the list of challenges in this garden. A dogwood tree was planted alongside the walkway; it will mature at 20x20 feet blocking the walkway and gate and shading much of the central garden plantings. Finally, goutweed from an adjacent property was invading the roots of a valuable privet hedge and mature maple tree.

This garden planting will grow in thick and lush. Transplanted azaleas from the left garden are complemented by evergreens and repeated client favorites including snow in summer and bright pink phlox.

Garden landscapes should be completed by companies with design and installation knowledge and experience. A professional installation should have included removing the center dead tree stump. The landscape fabric (especially on steep elevations) should have been properly installed with overlapping seams and edges secured with 6 inch heavy gauge staples to ensure long term stability.

Jocelyn and Amy have every reason to be satisfied with this project. It turned out beautifully and the client was delighted to have the garden sanctuary she dreamed of.