Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Asheville Landscaping Experts Since 1983
Gardens for Living has been crafting exceptional landscapes in Western North Carolina since 1983. Our family-owned business combines three decades of expertise with a passion for natural beauty, offering comprehensive design, installation, and maintenance services tailored to each client's vision. We prioritize eco-friendly practices, native plants, and functional artistry to create outdoor spaces that harmonize with their surroundings.Our team of certified professionals collaborates closely with clients from concept to completion, ensuring every project reflects both the homeowner's lifestyle and the region's unique character. With a proven track record of transforming properties from Asheville to Lake Lure, we maintain long-term relationships through reliable, high-quality estate maintenance programs.
Services
Landscape Design
Plant Installation
Hardscapes
Drainage Solutions
Seasonal Maintenance
Outdoor Lighting
Estate Management
Container Gardens
Rain Gardens
Boulder Work
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of local landscaping expertise in Western North Carolina
- Our designs integrate native plants and sustainable practices
- Full-service provider from initial concept to ongoing maintenance
- Award-winning team with specialized hardscaping and drainage knowledge
- Personalized estate maintenance plans for long-term landscape health
What people say
Top notch from design to finish
Unbelievable transformation
Perfect for city infill property
Exceeding expectations
Reasonably priced
Services
Landscape Design
Our expert designers create customized outdoor spaces that balance aesthetics and functionality. We incorporate native plants, hardscaping elements, and sustainable practices to complement your home's architecture. Each design considers soil conditions, sunlight patterns, and seasonal changes to ensure year-round beauty while maintaining ecological harmony with Western North Carolina's natural environment.
Plant Installation
Professional installation of trees, shrubs, and perennials grown in our family nursery. Our team ensures proper soil preparation, plant spacing, and watering systems for optimal growth. We specialize in selecting climate-appropriate vegetation that thrives in Asheville's unique microclimates while maintaining visual appeal through varying bloom cycles.
Hardscapes
Custom construction of patios, retaining walls, and walkways using natural stone and boulders. Our craftsmen blend functional design with artistic elements to create durable outdoor living spaces. We specialize in mountain-style features like fire pits and rock gardens that complement Western North Carolina's terrain while improving property drainage and usability.
Drainage Solutions
Comprehensive stormwater management systems tailored to Western North Carolina's rainfall patterns. We implement French drains, dry creek beds, and grading solutions to prevent erosion while creating attractive rain gardens. Our approach protects property foundations and landscaping investment through both practical engineering and aesthetically pleasing design elements.
Seasonal Maintenance
Year-round landscape upkeep customized to Asheville's four distinct seasons. Services include winter pruning, spring fertilization, summer weed control, and fall aeration. Our maintenance plans preserve design integrity through proper plant care, mulching, and irrigation adjustments while adapting to changing weather conditions specific to the region.
People
John Phillips
Founder & Landscape Designer
With over 30 years of experience, John established Gardens for Living in 1983. His designs blend natural mountain aesthetics with functional outdoor living spaces. He oversees all major projects from concept to completion.
Shane Phillips
Landscape Maintenance Manager
Shane manages all maintenance operations, ensuring consistent quality across client properties. He implements customized care plans developed through years of regional horticultural experience.
Portia Phillips
Owner & Office Administrator
Portia oversees business operations and client relations. Her organizational expertise ensures smooth project coordination and timely service delivery across Western North Carolina.
Rob Alexander
Landscape Designer
Rob develops detailed design plans that integrate client preferences with environmental considerations. He specializes in creating transitional spaces that connect indoor and outdoor living areas seamlessly.
Will Greene
Landscape Designer
Will contributes creative design solutions while ensuring technical feasibility. He works closely with installation teams to maintain design integrity throughout project execution.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Asheville, Black Mountain, Biltmore Lake, Hendersonville, and surrounding Western North Carolina areas.
How do you handle custom design requests?
Our designers collaborate closely with clients through site assessments, hand-drawn plans, and ongoing adjustments to ensure designs match your vision and property characteristics.
What makes your maintenance service unique?
We create customized maintenance plans considering each landscape's specific needs, seasonal requirements, and long-term growth patterns for sustained beauty.
Can you work with existing landscaping?
Yes, we specialize in revitalizing existing landscapes by incorporating valuable elements while adding new features for improved functionality and aesthetics.
How are project costs determined?
Costs depend on project scope, materials selected, and site-specific challenges. We provide detailed estimates after assessing your property and design goals.
Do you handle both design and installation?
Yes, we offer full-service design-build solutions ensuring seamless implementation of plans while maintaining design integrity throughout the process.
