Earth Steward Ecology

We are a landscape contracting company driven by a deep respect for the natural world. We believe in creating sustainable and regenerative landscapes that enhance the relationship between people and the environment. Our team of ecological thinkers, designers, and builders work collaboratively to assess, understand, design, build, and repair ecological systems, fostering the creation of healthy and sustainable settlements.

Our approach is holistic, favoring methods that promote the overall well-being of both people and the environment. We specialize in designing, building, and maintaining:

Services

Consultation

• Landscape design consultations for architects and home builders
• Native habitat assessment and restoration
• Fire prevention and landscape design strategies

Design

• California native landscaping
• Kitchen and vegetable gardens
• Greywater recycling systems
• Rainwater harvesting systems
• Fruit orchards
• Social spaces and patios
• Water-efficient irrigation systems

Construction

• Greywater system installation and planting
• Rainwater system installation
• Cob structure construction
• Superadobe construction training
• Landscape project management

Maintenance

• Native habitat management
• Holistic garden care
• Irrigation tune-up and retrofits
• Fine pruning and food production garden care
• Soil ecology and fertility building

Our Approach

Our team is dedicated to crafting landscapes that seamlessly integrate with the existing ecosystem. We prioritize sustainable practices and utilize permaculture design principles to create resilient and harmonious landscapes. We prioritize:

• Native plant utilization: We focus on planting native plants that are adapted to the local climate and readily support local wildlife.
• Sustainable materials: We prioritize the use of recycled materials and eco-friendly products to minimize environmental impact.
• Permeable hardscaping: We prioritize permeable pavers and pathways to allow water to infiltrate the ground and replenish groundwater aquifers.
• Regenerative design: We design landscapes that actively restore and enhance the surrounding ecosystem.