Organic Garden Artistry

 

 

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We do not support mass production and unfair working practices. We are committed to using products and carry gifts that do not contradict this conviction.  (We will not be ordering any more gifts from China, unless we know for certain the conditions and

materials used.)

 

Organic methods

 

Landscape installation, and gardening maintenance are carried out using organic practices. Synthetic chemical herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers are not used in our work. We realize and value the importance between healthy soil, healthy plants, and healthy people.

 

We are earth conscience so our green commitment  from the start is to reuse, recycle and restore as much as possible in our work practices and design practices.

 

We respect and place high value on the people we serve, as well as the people we employ. We believe in fair-trade in the industry for our workers and our clients.

 

Our philosophy

 

Garden artistry is like a collage—using available materials and creating beauty that nurtures the heart, spirit, and body.  The design process is not limited to simply drawing a sketch.  Our design fee covers our time creating, gathering possibilities, and planning a package unique for your space and needs.

 

Wellness Landscape and Garden defined.

 

"A place specifically designed and crafted to promote wellness in the recipient’s life."  

                                                  Elizabeth Samudio

 

Further explanation: frequently when I meet with individuals it becomes apparent to me that they are drawn to the outdoors for their personal well-being. Likewise, it has become clear to me through many years of experience that the sacredness of materials used in each space varies dramatically from person to person, thus, it takes an intuitive gift to craft a garden that heals. As a result my book, Gardens that heal, creating your sacred garden was written. Nevertheless countless people desire a garden designer and an intimate relationship to walk them through this unique process. So I offer my services out of the wells of my life work in the field of earth.

 

Since I am not able to personally craft every wellness landscape or garden that comes my way I have trained those that work with me who posses this unique gift.

 

Explanation of services

 

On-site garden artistry includes the following:

*General gardening includes such things as cutting, clearing, dead heading, and organic application (i.e. building a biodiverse environment).

 

Costs per Hour

(all cost are based per hour) Larger jobs are based on a per job rate.

Also available


Organic on site consultation($55-$75). – i.e. lawn installation, treatment, etc.
Heavy hauling (containers, trees, etc.): $60/hr minimum

*Under extreme weather conditions (over 98 degrees or below 32 degrees), $10 per person will be added to the cost of labor.

 

TERMS OF SERVICE

 

On a rare basis, unforeseen extra work is uncovered, due to the nature of landscaping. It is at times unavoidable that some damages occur. Rather than pad the repair costs into the fee, we feel it is just fair to bill separately for any needed repairs.
•  Rather than pad this into the fee, we believe it to be fair and advantageous to our clients that we simply make adjustments in the event that such an occurrence surfaces. We do not anticipate this happening; however, if problems are uncovered (i.e. plumbers, drainage, etc.), we always provide the homeowner with a notice and an estimate of additional costs.
•  Your deposit is to cover materials used to complete your job and our crew’s scheduling so therefore the deposit is non-refundable.
•  Sales tax is NOT included in the total value.
•  Groundbreaking dates and time estimates are dependent upon no unforeseen events happening—such as adverse weather conditions or plant availability.
•  Due to plant availability, plant substitutions may be necessary. Elizabeth gives special attention to find plants that best suit your garden.
•   We guarantee the life of our plants the 1st 30 days, assuming they get proper care and there are no adverse weather conditions (sudden drop in temperature or temperatures in 20’s or below). However, if a plant dies despite adequate care, we must be notified within that 30 day time frame and we welcome our clients to come pick up replacement plants from our shoppe free of charge. If a tree we install dies, James or Elizabeth will determine the cause; if the tree is faulty; our crew will remove the tree and replace it at no cost to the client.

 

FINANCIAL MATTERS

 

•  After your initial consultation, a designer will estimate the cost of your design package. At that time a 50% retainer is due, which is non-refundable. The remaining half of the design fee is due at the time of presentation.

•   If you secure our services for a design only, please keep in mind that the design cost will be higher since she is producing a detailed package for others to follow.
•  To secure our services a deposit is required. (see Job Description for more information).
•  A minimum hauling fee ($30 to $60) reflects the reality that our crews prepare for the maintenance or installation of your gardens off-site. This includes picking up plants, assembling needed equipment, etc.
•  A 3.5% service fee will be applied to all credit card payments, a 4%service fee will be applied to all credit card payments over the phone.