Designs
Inspired
by Nature
“The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is today.”
Landscape Design: Architecture for Your Living Space
At Fieldstone Nursery, we believe a great landscape isn’t just a collection of plants—it’s a living investment. Our design philosophy centers on identifying the Principle Plants that anchor your property, creating a “Master Plan” that can be realized all at once or nurtured over several seasons.
The Principle Plant Philosophy
Every stunning landscape has a heartbeat. Whether it’s a specimen from our Japanese Maple collection, or a stately Conifer, we help you select the “bones” of your garden first; establishing the walls, and desired privacy through the seasons.
- The Anchors of Interest: We start with rare trees and shrubs that provide structure and year-round interest, with speciality plans for each season.
- The Evolution: A Master Design allows you to add perennials, groundcovers, and seasonal accents over time without ever losing the cohesive vision.
Our Collaborative Process
We don’t just hand you a drawing; we partner with you to bridge the gap between “patch of dirt” and “outdoor sanctuary.”
1. Discovery & Goal Alignment
We start by reviewing your specific goals and lifestyle.
- Budgeting: We provide transparent estimates to ensure the design fits your financial comfort zone.
- Master Design: We create a comprehensive vision for the entire property, even if you only plan to plant one corner this year.
2. High-Tech Visualization
To ensure accuracy and inspiration, we utilize modern tools to map your space:
- Drone Photography: We capture high-resolution aerial views of your property to understand site lines, shadows, and scale.
- Design Drawings: Professional, scaled renderings that show exactly how your principle plants will interact with your home’s architecture.
3. Implementation Phases
You decide the pace. We can handle the heavy lifting in one “Big Bang” installation, or we can break the Master Plan into manageable phases over 2, 3, or 5 years.
DIY-Friendly Design
Are you the type of homeowner who loves the smell of fresh mulch and the satisfaction of a day spent in the dirt? We love that. We offer a “hybrid” approach: we provide the professional Master Design and the specialty plant material, and you handle the planting. We’re here to provide the expertise; you provide the elbow grease.
Investment & Peace of Mind
Design Fees
Our design fees are structured based on the complexity of the project. However, we believe in rewarding action: a portion of your design fee is often credited toward the cost of project implementation when you choose Fieldstone Nursery for your installation.
Installation Guarantees & Warranties
We stand behind our growth.
- The Fieldstone Guarantee: All plants installed by our professional crew come with a standard [Timeframe, e.g., one-year] warranty.
- Expert Sourcing: Because we propagate many of our specialty cultivars right here, they are already acclimated to our local climate, ensuring a higher success rate than “big box” alternatives.