Portland is full of dense neighborhoods, tall houses on tiny lots, and changes in grade that make it a challenge to have a private outdoor space. There are a number of ways to get privacy in your landscape, and I discuss several of them with Porch.

We take pride in doing good work and in keeping our clients thrilled. As a result, we have a deep portfolio of completed projects and dozens of positive reviews. So, when Trees.com decided to list the best landscapers in Portland, we are happy to say we made the cut.

How much will it cost you to hire a landscape designer in Portland, OR? Depends on a few factors such as...

When you sign an agreement with us, and pay a deposit, you get a start date for your landscape project. Some times of the year that may be 20 weeks away, other times it may be 40 weeks. Either way, you have a start date and are in the schedule. What does that mean?

The start date is a target. No new projects will go in front of you, your deposit ensures that. However, it is common for projects to start a week or more past the start date on the agreement. Why?

If you are reading this we have met to discuss your landscape project. We discussed two ways that, as the landscape designer here at Ross NW Watergardens, I can help your project move forward. The first is a formal landscape design and the second is a detailed proposal. Which is right for you?

The short answer is that your landscape project will take as long as it takes. Of course you(and us) want the project to finish in a timely manner, but more important is that it be finished right. If a project is taking longer than expected it means it was harder than expected, but no shortcuts are being taken,

Stone paths, drystack walls, and slate patios may seem simple, they are definitely beautiful. One thing they are not? Cheap.

Of all the landscape services we offer, stone elements are most frequently out of budget for a potential client. The reason concrete pavers and retaining wall systems exist? Because the real deal (stone) is so expensive!

Ok, stone masonry can be a budget buster. Why? Two primary reasons:

Here you will find some ballpark prices for landscaping here in Portland in 2018. There are also links to posts I have written on this in the past along with some other online resources that might be helpful. If I don't cover your project scope below feel free to leave a comment with a brief description and I will try to help.

This guest post by Dale Sievert was originally published in the NAJGA newsletter.