We specialize in consulting for the following areas:
1. Sustainable Landscape Management
We consult on how to manage or modify your garden landscape in ways that reduce energy use, support wildlife, conserve water, reduce or eliminate chemical and fertilizer applications, reuse materials, and promote natural cycles. We translate the principles set forward by the Sustainable Sites Initiative, permaculture, and organic agriculture to the scale and feasibility of private property owners.
2. Site assessment, Soil Testing, and Proper Soil Amendment
Most health problems in a landscape originate from inappropriate plant selection for the site, or from issues of soil fertility, compaction, drainage, or pH. We are available for comprehensive site assessment and to recommend best soil amendment practices to keep a garden landscape thriving.
3. Plant Selection
We are available to consult on plant selection of trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, and vines for most projects, large or small. This will include a comprehensive site assessment if it has not already been conducted. Selections are thoroughly vetted for appropriateness to the site and project in terms of aesthetics, ecosystem services, and cultural needs.
4. Native Plants, Invasive Plant Control, and Native Plant Communities
Using native plants can provide valuable ecosystem services as they are climate adapted, enhance natural diversity, and support native wildlife. By planting an entire native species assemblage we can provide many of the same functions as the natural ecosystem that it is modeled after. Terrasana is available to provide appropriate native species plant selections as well as helping you to develop a landscape that functions ecologically like the natural ecotypes in your area.
5. Green Roof/Living Wall Projects
The popularity of green roofs is growing steadily in the United States. Some contractors and designers are beginning to specialize in green roof design and installation but most still do not understand the unique requirements to pull off a green roof project successfully. We can help to think through this process, offer troubleshooting, and plant selection advice for a variety of green roof projects, extensive or intensive.
6. Reducing Maintenance Needs of a Garden Landscape
If you love having a beautiful garden but only have a limited amount of time or energy to put into it, we can assess your garden for maintenance nightmares and suggest a number of ways to reduce the maintenance needed while retaining its beauty and functionality.
7. Proper Pruning Methods
Over time improper pruning methods can lead to sparse, oddly shaped, or unhealthy trees and shrubs. We can guide you through the process of restoring the health and appearance of your plants through restorative pruning and proper long-term care. We can also help to guide you through specialty pruning methods such as espalier and topiary.
8. Plant Identification
Do you love a particular tree or shrub in your backyard and been unable to figure out what on earth it is? We can help.
Call (607)542-9016 or email jeremy@terrasanagardens.com to schedule an appointment.
