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'The garden
is a kinetic sculpture, always in motion, American Plant's Landscape Division is a team of professionals experienced and well-informed in every aspect of landscaping, landscape architecture, design/build and installation. We take pride in our organic approach to restoring and maintaining your landscape.
Allow us to assist you with the dynamic process required to attain your gardening goals. We provide a wide range of services for the home as well as for commercial properties. Whether it's time to restore, renovate or redesign we can assist you in achieving the ultimate in garden spaces. Our designers will meet with you at your home, do a site analysis, gather pertinent information and provide a sketch with plant suggestions and recommendations. We can also provide a more detailed master plan consultation which involves a plan of the property and a detailed, to scale drawing. If you would like more information about our landscape division or would like someone to contact you regarding services, please email us at dianne@apfgarden.com.
After obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the College of Charleston in 2001, he found his passion ultimately was within the horticulture industry. Working as a crew leader in the landscape division, Erik quickly developed an eye for detail, strong work ethic, and mastery of the Spanish language. He was promoted to the General Manager position in spring of 2008. He now applies his first-hand experience of the landscape industry to the efficient operation of the Landscape Division.
Donna has 30 years experience in the horticulture industry. She graduated from University of Maryland, College Park in 1982 with a BS in Ornamental Horticulture & Design. For 18 years, she owned and operated her own landscape design/build company. Donna's design philosophy has two main areas of focus: first is her passion for plants and knowledge of their growth habits; second is the idea that landscapes are extensions of a personal vision and style of the structure, and should be consistent with both. Donna is LEED accredited as a Green Associate.
Pat brings a strong eye for design into her landscapes. She has been a landscape designer for over 10 years, studying at the National Arboretum and Brookside Gardens. Her knowledge of plant material as well as her proven design expertise guarantees that each landscape features the right plant in the right place. She is a member of the Landscape Design Consultants in the National Capital Federation of Garden Clubs. Pat enjoys creating outdoor rooms as well as container gardens.
Susy Altmann brings an international perspective to her work as a landscape architect and designer. Her impressive design/build portfolio includes work in the Washington, DC area, Venezuela, the Caribbean Islands, and Israel. With more than eighteen years experience, she has broad expertise in the construction of water features, patios, and other outdoor structures. She also embraces American Plant's "green" philosophy in the design and installation of native plant, rain and roof gardens. Susy has an architecture degree from Universidad Central de Venezuela and acquired knowledge of both tropical and local plant materials from her years of work in the area and her landscape technology studies at Montgomery College. She is a Certified Professional Horticulturist.
Tony is an American Plant staff member since 1989. He and his dedicated landscape crews assure that landscape installations proceed smoothly, professionally, and exceed clients' expectations. Tony's years of experience, excellence in customer service, and attention to detail will ensure a pleasurable working relationship as we create each new garden space. We would
like to arrange a meeting with you to introduce ourselves personally.
Please call Our planting and home consultation staff is experienced and dedicated to making your garden renovation whether large or small a pleasant experience. Please contact us for rates and to discuss your garden situation. Our goal is to fit our home service to your needs. Arrangements for plant installation of plant material purchased at one of our garden centers may be made at the registers. The basic fee for planting — which covers delivery, planting, proper soil amendments, small mulch ring (if applicable) and a two year guarantee — is 60% of the cost of the plant material with a $150 minimum charge for labor. Any additional labor — to remove existing plants, to sod, dig beds, prune, etc. — will be charged at a rate of $150 per hour for a 3 man crew. Horticultural Consultation Mitch Baker is American Plant's Horticultural Specialist, and a Maryland Certified Professional Horticulturist with over 28 years of experience. To maximize your garden health potential, consider taking advantage of his vast knowledge with a one-hour horticultural consultation. Mitch will come to your home to evaluate soil health, diagnose a specific problem or discuss cultural issues specific to your environment. A one-hour horticultural consultation is $100. Mitch is also a great resource for information on natural organics and the process of "feeding the soil." Call Mitch Baker at (301) 469-7690 ext. 29 to schedule an appointment. |
Erik
Shorb, is the General
Manager of the Landscape
Division at American Plant Garden Center and Nursery.
Donna
Evans,
Pat
Wainwright, 
Susana
(Susy) Altmann, 
Tony
Lightbourne, 
The leaves have fallen and the yard work is calling. If you have a hard time finding the time to do all your gardening maintenance, let our Landscape Division do it for you. We will clean up the leaves and garden debris, cut back perennials, plant spring flowering bulbs and put down fresh mulch. Now is also the time to fertilize your evergreen trees and shrubs with an application of Holly Tone or other organic fertilizer. Call Dianne today 301-762-6301 for your free estimate.
You don’t have to be a realtor to know that curb appeal adds value to your home’s bottom line. And in these times, we all know that anything we can do to boost the potential sale is too important to neglect. Of course, you don’t have to move to see the potential in improving curb appeal. The house and garden should always work in harmony. Imagine your house as a painting and the foundation plants the frame. Proper placement of trees and shrubs will act as that frame and anchor the house and add proper scale and proportion. • Tall, columnar trees draw the eye upward, while looser, leafy trees soften edges. • Shrubs add visual impact and evergreens add structure and year-round color. • Specimen trees bring eye-catching uniqueness to your garden. • Annuals, perennials and ornamental grasses add color and texture. Their colors can compliment, or boldly contrast, the color scheme of your home. If you are thinking of beautifying your outdoor space, whether to enhance your curb appeal or to revitalize your entire property, call our Landscape Division and our designers will create a landscape that will feature wonderful gardens and inviting walkways, beautiful patios and retaining walls to enhance the beauty of your home.
Horticultural Specialist Mitch Baker is American Plant's Horticultural Specialist. He is a Maryland Certified Professional Horticulturist with over 30 years of experience. To maximize your garden health potential, Mitch will come to your home to evaluate soil health, diagnose a problem or discuss cultural issues. A one-hour consultation is $100.00 Mitch is well versed on natural organics and the process of "Feeding the Soil". Mitch Baker is available to speak to community associations and garden clubs. Topics Include: "Organic Insect & Disease Control for the Garden" and "Feed
the Soil - Mitch is also our Master brewer for Compost tea. Call Mitch at 301-469-7690 to schedule an appointment. |
