Our History

John, Shane and their staff completely remodeled our landscape (if you could call it that before they came) this summer. Unbelievable transformation. They were able to use many of the plants and hardscape items already in place while adding new elements to give our urban home a modern outdoor feel. They were very fast, thorough and we could not be happier with the results. What was once an eye sore and the “downside” of our home – is now the feature and our haven. I do not think another company in town could have done such an amazing job – especially in the short time they did it! Would (and have) recommend them to anyone from a basic spruce up to a completely new and extensive landscape.

Dan C.

“John Phillips and The Gardens for Living Team is excellent in all they do. We have worked with them for years and they are part of our team that strives and succeeds at “Exceeding Expectations”. Their work is top notch from design to finish. Gardens for Living is a company that has high levels of integrity. We highly recommend them!”

Living Stone Construction, Inc.

John is very creative and brings a unique approach to each project. Whether you are a master gardener or a novice he will work with you to deliver a result that compliments your vision. His team is especially adept at hardscaping (boulder work, stone walls and paths, fire pits, etc). While the best is never cheap, John brings excellent value to his work. My highest recommendation!

Jim and Susan J.

“John Phillips, the owner of Gardens for Living, does an excellent job of listening to what the customer wants to accomplish. He takes that information and applies his expert knowledge and creative spirit. He guided us through the process, helping us to choose plants and trees that would grow well in the designated areas. The end product is a beautiful design, with a variety of lovely, sustainable plantings. John was pleasant, easy to work with and respectful of budget concerns. You know that he enjoys what he does. The value of our home is greatly enhanced by the beauty of our landscaping. Gardens for Living continues to maintain our yard. All of the original appeal has only improved over time!”

Ellen C.