Qualified Consulting and Professional Garden Design

1. April, May, and June are the best months to start on my DIY landscape project.

Not necessarily! Although spring is well known as planting time in many regions, in the desert southwest (and other areas) we can plan our projects any time of year.

2. Hiring a designer means giving up control of my DIY project. 
Not at all! Design is a process which can be as collaborative as the homeowner wishes!  

A welcome and crucial part of the process, client input ensures ideas, likes, and lifestyle are considered before and during the evolution of the design. 

3.  A design is just a pretty picture.

Not so! A well-thought-out, to-scale garden design is a practical tool, an organizational road map, and a must for estimating materials and costs. Not just random symbols, but a representation of real spatial relationships. Perennial Garden Consultants does not profit from selling you plants.

4. Great garden design relies upon symmetry alone. 

Not true! Symmetry is just one of several design principles utilized by good garden makers to create an outdoor space that is both harmonious and cohesive.

5. Only large yards need design.

No way! Outdoor spaces of all sizes need a cohesive master plan to save time, money, and make the most out of every square foot. Unlike water bills and landscape maintenance that recur monthly, design is a one-time investment in the beauty and functionality of our outdoor spaces. 

A professionally designed landscape, or updating an existing one, can increase property value. But perhaps even more significant than that, having a beautiful garden to enjoy truly elevates the quality of our daily lives!