Tampa Landscape Design FAQs & Process

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Tampa Landscape Design & Installation?

1. Tampa Landscape Design professionals create a design that will look better over time, not just for the next 3 months.

2. Tampa Landscape Design uses the right plants for the right place, as well as plants that fhat fit the landscape style you're envisioning. To do that, we must get plants from several different nurseries. Otherwise, we'd be locked into using what's in stock or what has a higher profit margin.

3. Tampa Landscape Design helps maintain the beauty of the design by taking advantage of the plant's natural characteristics. We design for maximum enjoyment by including aromatic plants with contrasting textures We combine colors, textures, structures, hardscapes, wildlife attraction and country of origin to create a specific ambience.

4. We are artist gardeners who love creating that perfect outdoor oasis or backyard retreat using hardscapes, a fire pit or fireplace, deck & pergola, lighting, irrigation and water features.

Do you work with residential or commercial customers?

We work with anyone who wants something special. Our focus is creating a certain style and function for your outdoor spaces using lovely landscaping, style-specific hardscapes and unique garden structures. We can design a visually appealing, value cost landscape or an outdoor living area that will become the neighborhood showpiece.

Is your initial consultation free?

Depends on the location or specific need.

What should we have ready for the first consultation?

To maximize both our busy schedules, we ask that you have clippings of ideas you like, and features you would like to explore. If you like our vision and landscape design style, we will sign a contract and receive a 50% design fee deposit, and your property survey for measurements, easements and any new structures.

Do you give landscape design ideas at the first meeting?

All designs are one-of-a-kind and site specific. To make responsible recommendations, we need time to research all plant ideas based on site and budget constraints, as well as how best to blend your architecture and lifestyle wants. Tampa Landscape Design often completely changes ideas during the design process based on site constraints, budget amendments, and permitting issues.

How are fees determined?

Fees are determined based on approximate hours expected to complete the design:

Landscape square footage
Level of desired client involvement
Intricacy of design: Number of type of plants, number of drawings
Hardscapes: patio, walkways, knee walls, driveway
Special features: berms, fountains, fire pits, lighting, irrigation, putting green
Structures: Arbors, Trellises, Espaliers, Decks, benches, etc.
Site constraints, Code restrictions and investigations
Project management requirements

Would you consult with us for an hourly rate? Yes.