What to Expect from the Roots Wild Landscape Design Process

Designing a landscape is more than just choosing a few plants—it’s about creating a space that is both beautiful and functional, one that enhances your home and lifestyle while staying true to sustainable principles. At Roots Wild, we take a thoughtful, intentional approach to landscape design, ensuring that every project reflects our expertise in native plants, ecological balance, and artistic vision.

Hand-drawn landscape design

A Unique Approach to Sustainable Design

Unlike conventional landscapers who focus on quick fixes or cookie-cutter designs, we tailor each project to the land, the home’s architecture, and the client’s vision. Our landscape designs incorporate several key elements, including:

• Hand-drawn Designs: Every landscape begins with a carefully crafted, hand-drawn design. This blueprint captures the essence of the space, ensuring that what we envision on paper translates seamlessly into your yard. Our process brings together the beauty of art and science, with plant placements and hardscaping features selected with precision.

• Hardscaping Elements: We incorporate sustainable hardscaping materials, such as strategically placed boulders, to create natural structure and flow within the landscape. These elements provide visual interest while seamlessly blending with the surrounding environment, ensuring both durability and ecological harmony.

• High Plant Density and Ground Cover: Our landscapes feature a rich variety of plants, carefully chosen to provide continuous blooms, seasonal textures, and aromatic experiences. This approach ensures a visually engaging yard while reducing maintenance needs, minimizing chemical use, and improving soil health.

Bringing Your Outdoor Vision to Life

Collaboration is at the heart of our landscape design process. We take the time to understand your goals, ensuring the final design is both an extension of your home and a reflection of your personal style. Our process includes:

1. Thoughtful Consultation: We begin by listening to your vision, assessing the site’s unique characteristics, and understanding the aesthetic and functional elements you value most.

2. Expert Insight and Sustainable Solutions: While incorporating your preferences, we provide professional recommendations based on ecological best practices. Every plant, stone, and pathway is chosen with intention, ensuring long-term beauty and resilience.

3. Designing for Your Home’s Architecture: Whether your home is Mid-Century Modern, Craftsman, or Contemporary, we create a landscape that complements rather than competes with its architectural style. The right plant selections and structural elements enhance the overall aesthetic, making the outdoor space a natural extension of your home.

Beyond Aesthetics: A Space You’ll Use and Love

At Roots Wild, we don’t just create landscapes—we design inviting outdoor environments meant to be experienced and enjoyed. Unlike landscapers who solve surface-level issues, we take a holistic approach to:

• Water Movement and Drainage: We analyze how water flows through your property, ensuring proper drainage and moisture retention where needed. This prevents erosion while making the most of natural water resources.

• Long-Term Vibrancy and Health: Our plant selections are curated for their adaptability, ensuring a landscape that thrives year after year with minimal intervention.

• Functionality and Enjoyment: We go beyond aesthetics to create outdoor spaces that encourage relaxation, socialization, and engagement with nature. Whether it’s a pollinator-friendly meadow, a sensory garden, or a shaded retreat, your landscape will be a space you truly want to use.

The Lasting Impact of Thoughtful Landscape Design

While some landscapers may offer lower initial costs, our approach ensures long-term value that far outweighs quick-fix solutions. A well-designed landscape reduces the need for frequent plant replacements, excessive watering, and costly chemical treatments. Our work is not just about aesthetics—it’s about sustainability, longevity, and creating a vibrant, healthy outdoor space that enhances your life.

When you choose Roots Wild, you’re investing in a meticulously planned, eco-friendly landscape that will continue to flourish for years to come.

Invest in a landscape designed for decades to enjoy. Contact us to explore sustainable and stunning design options.