SERVICES

DESIGN

  • Take the guesswork out of planning your project!

    Whether it is a simple garden install, garden renovation or a complete construction, we begin all our our projects with a detailed client consultation.

    We then help you realize the dream by developing a design to bring it to life!

  • Our design service uses the information and ideas from our client consult to formulate a definitive plan.

    Our design service provides detailed 2D layouts, (3D options available by commission), to help create a working document.

  • We can build planting plans specific to garden beds, your complete project or your timeline.

    We also provide a detailed plant care guide to help protect your investment.

  • If your project is complex and involves multiple elements that need coordinating, we can help. Talk to us today!

  • We are actively working on design protocols based on FireSmartBC recommendations.

Maintain

  • A year-long service, covering bi-weekly visits March through November, with 3 monthly visits in December, January and February.

    Our team of 3 provides mowing, edging, weeding, pruning, cultivating, debris clean-up and seasonal fertilizing.

    We maintain a routine day for visits to help clients.

  • Once-monthly visits for 12 months of the year.

    Our team of 3 provides mowing, edging, weeding, pruning, cultivating, debris clean-up and seasonal fertilizing.

    We maintain a routine day for visits to help clients.

  • Some clients want to ‘kick-start’ the season or ‘end of season’ prep.

    Includes pruning, shearing, lawn prep, fertilizing, debris clean-up, mulching and more! Whatever you need - let us help!

    We custom quote according to the size and complexity of the work.

  • Help sell your property by improving curb appeal!

    • Garden bed mulching

    • Entrance clean ups

    • Fresh plants and flowers

    • Container plantings

    • Lawn mowing and edging

    • Tree pruning and shearing

CONStruct

  • Softscape is any of the growing things many of us love to have in our yards. It’s anything alive—such as flowers, shrubs, succulents, and trees—and is the horticultural element of any landscape design, including these and others:

    • Decorative grasses

    • Lawn

    • Fruit or decorative trees

    • Ground cover such as clover or mulch

    • Flowers

  • All the elements of the built landscape including:

    • Concrete Paths and Driveways

    • Walls and Retaining Walls

    • Paving stones and Flagwork

    • Patios

  • Lawns may require comprehensive rehabilitation from heavy traffic, invasive weeds, pets, and/or poor soils. We offer complete renovations inclusive of re-seeding or lawn alternatives.

    Alternatives may be alternate grass and clover blends, mosses or creeping ground covers . Your options may be dependent on available water, sunlight and environmental conditions.

  • We are happy to advise on your irrigation infrastructure and propose improvements or conversion to water-wise options like drip systems.

    We specialize in converting sprayer systems that are often restricted by water regulations to drip tubing that conserves resources.

  • More and more of our clients are looking to bring the outdoors into their living space. We are happy to help craft outdoor seating, cooking or entertaining areas.

  • Enliven your paths, garden beds and feature plants with top quality low-voltage fittings and lamps.

    We only use professional quality products that are warrantied.

COACHING

Photo at Flowerstone Nursery

  • Work with owner Joshua Blades to maintain and develop your landscape or garden in partnership.

    Perfect for independent types, do-it-yourselfer or active learners, Joshua can guide you in the direction you desire. Ongoing coaching is the key to growing with your garden while gaining knowledge about sustainable landscapes.

    Joshua will bring his many years of horticulture experience to you! Coaching programs are customized to you - your availability and project scope. Reach out anytime!

  • We specialize in sustainable landscapes - building resiliency by incorporating sustainable options into your project.

    Let us help you convert your existing landscape into a sustainable oasis. We can guide you to adapt your space to our changing climate.

    From xeriscapes to wildlife zones, soil health to water conservation, we are dedicated to planet-friendly practices.

NURSery

How we build your vision!

Process

CONSULT & VISION

We begin with a site visit to understand your project and visualize it firsthand.

With your priorities in mind, we analyze the work involved and provide a quote or estimate tailored to achieve your unique dream.

ESTIMATE

We believe all great landscapes begin with a solid design. To build the best gardens we ensure the plants, features and layout match the local climate and environment.

DESIGN

CONSTRUCT

We create stunning custom landscapes while being environmentally conscious. We prioritize natural building materials and plants that benefit wildlife and conserve water.

We offer a variety of programs to keep your property healthy and beautiful, according to your needs and budget. Our crews will treat your property with the respect it deserves.

MAINTAIN