Light and exposure
Sun, shade, wind and reflected heat influence which plants are appropriate and how quickly the soil dries.
Garden design & planting • Vancouver Island
Garden Design & Planting across Vancouver Island
Garden design and planting across Vancouver Island with site-appropriate trees, shrubs and perennials, prepared soil, clean edges, decorative finishes and drip irrigation.
The scope
Built as a complete system.
We design and install gardens that fit the architecture, sun exposure, views and way you use the property. Plant selection, mature spacing, soil, drainage, edging, decorative finishes and irrigation are planned together so the garden feels intentional from the start.
- Bed layout and excavation
- Growing soil and amendments
- Trees, shrubs and perennials
- Edging and natural stone accents
- Mulch or decorative rock
- Drip irrigation coordination
Planning the work
What we account for before construction.
A successful garden combines plant selection with soil, drainage, sun exposure, mature size, irrigation and the way the homeowner wants to maintain the space.
Soil and drainage
Growing medium depth, organic content, compaction and drainage are corrected before planting where required.
Mature layout
Plants are spaced for mature size, access and sightlines rather than packed only for immediate appearance.
Water and maintenance
Drip irrigation, mulch, edging and plant choices are coordinated around establishment needs and the owner’s care expectations.
The RiverCity difference
Preparation before appearance.
Good plant choices matter, but soil depth, drainage and spacing are what help a garden establish and stay manageable over time.
Our process
Clear from first walk to final review.
Plan
We map bed shapes, focal points, mature plant sizes and maintenance preferences.
Prepare
Beds are excavated, graded and filled with suitable growing material.
Plant
Plants, edging and mulch are installed, watered in and reviewed with you.
Preparing an accurate quote
Information that helps us understand the real scope.
Good early information reduces assumptions and helps identify the right site visit, measurements and construction approach for your gardens & planting project.
Start your project request- Photos and dimensions of planting areas
- Sun and shade through the day
- Plants or styles you like
- Privacy, colour or seasonal goals
- Irrigation availability
- Desired mulch, rock or edging finish
Common questions
Good to know.
Can you install low-maintenance gardens?
Yes. We can prioritize durable plant groupings, practical spacing, mulch and irrigation to reduce ongoing work.
Can a garden be included with a new lawn or patio?
Yes. Combining them lets us coordinate elevations, edges, irrigation and drainage across the whole space.
Do you help choose plants?
Yes. Plant choices can be developed around sun, soil, mature size, colour, screening, seasonal interest, irrigation and the overall landscape style.
Vancouver Island service areas
Serving communities across Vancouver Island.
Start a project
Planning a gardens & planting project?
Tell us the property location, what you want to build and what the site needs. We’ll review the details and recommend the right next step.