Services
HORTICULTURE & GARDENING
Hands-on care for your garden, focusing on keeping every space healthy, vibrant, and thoughtfully maintained. I bring horticultural knowledge, precision, and an artistic eye to every task, ensuring your garden thrives in all seasons.
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Garden maintenance
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Planting and transplanting: flowers, shrubs, and trees
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Pruning and shaping for health, structure, and visual appeal
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Seasonal clean-ups: spring and fall
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Soil care, mulching, and feeding
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Pest and disease observation with guidance
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Lawn care, included only as part of a comprehensive garden project
“Janine has cared for my garden for many years and transformed it into a little piece of heaven in the middle of the city. Her artistic eye and deep knowledge of plants, texture, color, and seasonal change make her work truly extraordinary. The care and attention she brings to every detail is rare, and I can’t recommend her enough.” -- Ateret B, Vancouver
DESIGN
Thoughtful, creative garden design tailored to your space. Every project is approached with a balance of horticultural knowledge and artistic intuition, ensuring your garden is both functional and visually inspiring. Container gardens and seasonal potted arrangements are a specialty, designed for homes as well as commercial spaces such as restaurants, cafés, and offices.
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Garden design, from small-scale to large projects
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Site analysis and garden planning
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Plant selection and layout guidance
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Garden style and theme development
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Seasonal displays, pots, and container gardens (residential & commercial)
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Seasonal planting strategies
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Collaboration with contractors or homeowners
CONSULTING & CONTRACTOR SUPPORT
Violet Crow partners with contractors to ensure every garden project meets the highest standards. I provide plant sourcing, quality control, and on-site guidance, helping your team execute installations efficiently and beautifully.
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Plant Sourcing & Selection: Access to the right plants for every project, chosen for health, suitability, and aesthetics
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Installation Oversight & Quality Control: Ensure planting and installation meet horticultural and design standards
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Hands-On Work: Planting, pruning, and seasonal care support as needed
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Site & Garden Assessments: Comprehensive checklists to guide installations and maintenance plans
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Contractor Information Package: Clear guidelines, timelines, and expectations for successful collaboration
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Collaboration & Strategy: On-site evaluation and planning to support smooth workflow and optimal garden outcome
“Working on projects with Janine is always a pleasure. Her creativity and expertise make every collaboration rewarding, and I look forward to many more successful projects together.” --Jonny, Terraviva Projects, Vancouver
Learn more about how we work alongside project teams to ensure plant success and smooth installations.
