Discover the Art of Landscape Design

Welcome

A practicing landscape designer in central Virginia.

A beautiful landscape begins with a comprehensive plan created by an experienced designer. I develop original landscape plans to help homeowners improve return on investment, enhance their outdoor spaces, reestablish biodiverse habitats, and reduce maintenance. I approach every project as an opportunity to create a unique work of living art, one that will require minimal care and age beautifully with time.

- Karen Welch, VA Hort Cert, VSLD

Services

On-site Consultations

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Consultations can provide you with the necessary tools to improve curb-appeal and create a personalized outdoor space. During our time together, I offer design strategies, modifications, plant suggestions, and maintenance tips based on your site conditions, existing elements, and the way you and your family use the yard. Note-taking is essential, so you’re left with a practical plan for execution.

$150/hour

Landscape Plans

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Homeowners may prefer a conceptual map(s), plant list, and visuals. This design package includes everything you need to begin installation yourself or partner with installation contractors.

Starting at $600

Project Management

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No time or energy to manage the installation? No problem. My preferred contractors' quotes can be assembled for your review. I oversee the project from coordination of work to layout to installation.

Cost included in contractors’ quotes

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Introductory Call