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W G Design
Landscape Professionals in Santa Monica.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars30 March 2017
“How did all of this begin? We had a (very) old fence that was falling down and had to be replaced. Since there was a lot of vegetation growing on the fence, everything was removed at the same time. We now had a fresh start. Now what? We did some window shopping at several local nurseries. While we found items we liked, we weren’t sure how to put them together. Our area is a side raised bed only about 3 feet wide, but 70 long, plus an area in the front of the house. Many nurseries offer design services, so we decided to pay a little to get a "professional" design. We did get a home visit and a design, but were much underwhelmed, and were not comfortable going with it. Bingo, let’s look for a real pro! We found and spoke to several local designers. One of them thought that our project was a bit too small for her business and recommended Wendy, so we set up an appointment. We all three liked each other and verbally created a broad concept. Wendy sent us on more nursery recon. Together we came up with the long list of possible plants that we liked and might work together. Using the great image resources online we were able to cull the list down to about a dozen varieties. Wendy then did a CAD design, which we all reviewed on paper. Wow, it really looked like a great garden we could visualize. She added some cool touches like boulders; several espalier arrangements and a modern dripper system. Now we were really excited about the potential. As a major part of the service, she acquired all of the plants and materials and hired a team to do the physical work of planting and installing. All we had to do was take delivery and watch the creation unfold. We got lucky in that we installed in early February, during a rainy season here in LA. The plants and we all loved the rain. We’re about 6 weeks in now, and all looks great. We’re only doing a few additions and trimming. Wendy did a great design and implementation, but way beyond that, just enough hand-holding to make this a comfortable project for us. We got the desired effect that we wanted and that will require a minimum of care going forward. It’s actually fun to work on it and watch the growth each week. Go Wendy!”
Urban Oasis Landscape Design
Landscape Professionals in Santa Monica.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars29 January 2013
“We wanted a change to our rather pedestrian front lawn. We were recommended to Urban Oasis by a satisfied friend. Essentially, we wanted a grassless front lawn with herbs - drought resistant plants - rocks and gravel artistically placed with some color highlights and an overall feeling of serenity. We reviewed some lawns that we liked and Urban Oasis came up with a unique design that met our needs but was cost effective. Debbie G. submitted drawings and estimates. Her crews were superb. She worked right along with the gardeners and supervised the tree trimmers, etc., Project came in under estimate..”
Stout Design Build Inc.
Landscape Professionals in Santa Monica.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars11 November 2015
“Tom and his team at Stout Design-Build are experts in creating classic and functional home designs. We are always impressed by the finished job of their outdoor rooms and patio projects. Stout seamlessly incorporates comfort features - like our ceiling mounted heaters - that are styled to fit their clients needs. We look forward to seeing what new spaces they create!”
JMS Design Associates 310-552-1644
Landscape Professionals in Santa Monica.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars18 September 2012
“We came to JMS Design from a referral from our interior designer. We started this project with a dirt lot and everything was built from ground up. We wanted an east coast feeling to our landscape with areas that we could enjoy as well as space for the kids to play. This was achieved through the pool and knot garden areas. Also the entertainment pool house has been a big hit with the outdoor tv and adjacent barbecue being used regularly. The installation went smoothly and we enjoy the plantings and bluestone and brick paving.”
Weeds Garden Design Build LLC
Landscape Professionals in Santa Monica.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars18 July 2013
“I just bought my first house - a definite fixer-upper - and quickly learned how important it is to find someone you can really trust with working on an intimate, personal space like your home. Nancy is that someone. I actually found her on Yelp and thought, "Well, she has five stars... let's see why." She deserves every single one of them. She was fantastic at working with me on the budget, she finished everything exactly when she said she would, and responded to any questions I emailed within hours of me sending them - and I sent A LOT of emails. (Yep, I can be high-maintenance.) She knows plants and taught me a heck of a lot of stuff I didn't know, and she also did a really good job of listening to my own needs - something almost no other contractors have done. The couple times things haven't been quite right - for example when a bougainvillea died after a week - she came back and fixed it immediately. Most important, though, the work she does is spectacular. My front and back yards were a mess of concrete and dead, old plants. That crap is all gone, and in its place is a gorgeous colorful garden with a quaint stone path that runs from one end to another. It's like something out of a fairytale, and I enjoy walking through it every single night when I get home from the office. At first I was thinking of trying to landscape this project myself - after all, just a few plants, right? But it's so, so much more complicated than that. Now that it's done, there's not a day goes by that I'm not thrilled I hired Nancy to make my gardening dreams come true.”
Green Landscape Designs
Landscape Professionals in Santa Monica.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars3 July 2017
“Redid both front and back yard vegetation to be drought tolerant. No grass in front at all. Parkway and yard all trees and plants from New Zealand. Wonderful to work with and after a few years the yards are all grown in and many compliments given. Nancy is easy to work with and very reasonable.”
Thynk Remodeling
Landscape Professionals in Santa Monica.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars18 April 2019
“It has been a coupe months since the completion of my backyard. I can’t express how happy I am with the turn out and how good of a job they did for me. At our first meet, Yoel came up with a design that would put our yard to better use… We initially only wanted turf installed, but he gave us the idea of placing a seating area in the center of the yard to make it more useful. He expanded it and made it a lot safer by putting up a retaining wall. Working with the inspector seemed to be a breeze, but Im sure a lot of work went into it. The crew followed the permitting plans and made sure everything as up to code. It was much faster than expected! Looking back at older photos of our yard, we couldn’t even have imagined that our yard would ever look like this. Gracias for everything, our dog is just as happy!!!”
Janiece Snyder Designs
Landscape Professionals in Santa Monica.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars18 January 2013
“What a great designer! We showed and shared with her all our thoughts and wishes and they became reality. We love her vision and recommend her to all our family and friends!”
SM Brothers Landscape, Inc.
Landscape Professionals in Santa Monica.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars21 December 2023
“HIGHLY recommend SM Brothers Landscape, Inc.! Very straight forward interaction, reasonable pricing, punctual start and completion dates, and most importantly, great work and care. Even 2 years later we're still receiving compliments from our neighbors and visitors about how nice our front yard landscaping looks. This company is easy to work with and will strive to stick to your budget, whatever that may be.”
Pachamama Inspired, LLC
Landscape Professionals in Santa Monica.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars6 March 2020
“Sara is an exceptional design talent, and she is incredibly thoughtful and detail-oriented in her work. My wife and I hired her to design the complete renovation of our outdoor living space, and we are so incredibly pleased with her work. Communication was excellent throughout the entire process from the first consult, through project completion. She has a unique talent for envisioning her clients’ goals, and bringing them to fruition. Above all, she’s a good person, kind and considerate, and that is most important in our book.”
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Landscaping plays a pivotal role in a home’s street appeal, so it’s important that you give your landscape design or garden in Santa Monica, CA the attention it deserves. A landscape professional can do more than mow your lawn and trim your hedges; they can make the most of your outdoor space in a way that showcases your entire home. So whether you have a small balcony or expansive courtyard, find a landscape designer, landscape architect, horticulturalist, arborist or gardener on Houzz and get enviable, lush grounds all year round.

What can a landscape professional do?


Landscape professionals can take on big or small jobs. Many companies in this category execute lawn, garden and hardscaping plans that have been drawn up by a landscape designer or architect, while some can also provide design services of their own. They can lay paving, decking and erect retaining walls, with a skillset that spans bricklaying and stonemasonry to rendering. They can also construct the likes of pergolas, gazebos, fencing and water features.

A qualified gardener or landscaper will have a thorough understanding of horticulture and will be able to choose plants, garden edging and materials that will complement your home and thrive in the Santa Monica, CA climate. Furthermore, they will be able to assist you in creating a waterwise and sustainable garden that can save you money on your energy and water bills, while also helping the environment. Landscape gardeners can then maintain plantings, take care of weeds and pests, and perform other tasks such as lawn mowing and pruning to keep your front or backyard looking its best.

Many contractors will also provide project management services, and will be able to arrange for council permits, hire subcontractors and make sure that landscape designs comply with any relevant building codes.

Here are some related professionals and vendors to complement the work of landscape architects & garden designers: Landscape Contractors, Garden & Landscape Supplies, Tree Services, Lawn & Sprinklers, Decks, Patios & Outdoor Enclosures.

What should I consider when hiring a landscaping professional in Santa Monica, CA?


Consider the scope and emphasis of your project. Some professionals may only specialise in horticulture, while others may specialise in landscape architecture. With so many specialty areas and expertise among professionals, it’s important that you speak to several to get an idea of the services they offer. You may only need someone who specialises in paving or plant-focused designs, for example. Finally, contemplate your capacity for gardening and whether a gardener would be needed to keep up with your new yard. A good landscaping professional will outline what garden maintenance will be required.

Questions to ask a prospective landscape professionals in Santa Monica, CA:


  • What is your certification?
  • Do you have liability insurance?
  • How much do you charge, and what do your services include?
  • What is your experience with similar projects?
  • When can you complete this project?
  • Who will be working on the project design?
  • What happens when costs exceed budget, whether due to materials or labour pricing changes? What about changes made by the client or by the professionals — what kinds of situations would cause those costs to be incurred?
  • Can you provide me with a written estimate?
  • What will I need to provide?
  • Do you foresee any complications with this project?

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