Horticultural Consultant and Expert Gardener

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Description:

Especially known for expertise with native plants, wildlife gardens, and ecological restoration (studies to understand the historic indigenous ecosystem and possibilities for its restoration); have written widely distributed articles and given many public lectures. Many years study and experience with general horticulture, both outdoor and indoor landscapes; have served as landscaping and grounds manager for an international health resort, an industrial campus and an apartments/residences complex of about 1000 units; several years of experience in re vegetation planning, installation, maintenance and monitoring. As a biologist have compiled many plant lists, done rare plant surveys, etc.; able to identify most plants or animals, wild lands or city, on sight. Able to render expert advice and opinions for almost any horticultural situation. A former top groundskeepers for Knot's Berry Farm, I am pleased to be able to help bring any garden to a higher state of perfection; consultant to landscape professionals and homeowners. Excel at garden problem-solving, restoration, re-landscaping or tune-up (even worst case scenarios which call for removal of extensive existing plant junk) and grooming and primping properties for special events. Very pleased to help landowners or managers -- whether of city lots or country acreage -- better understand and cost-effectively manage their properties in an ecologically sound and aesthetically pleasing manner. Other services include planting bed design, planting, pruning (annuals to small trees, including vines, hybrid tea roses and fruit trees), and, in some cases, house-sitting and pet-sitting.

Keywords:

expert gardener, horticultural advice, native plants, wildlife gardens, ecological restoration, pruning, plant lists, planting design,

Reviews of Jeffrey

Rob Russell

Jeffrey has done a very good job in our school garden. He has helped clean up, prune and repair irrigation. He's had good suggestions about new plantings and changes to irrigation. I highly recommend him. (Thu, Oct. 16, 2008)

Julie Callahan

Jeffrey prepared a plan for us that helped turn our backyard into a thriving garden full of beautiful native plants, attracting many types of wildlife. He took his time in designing our garden plan based on native plants that would best meet our climate conditions and our desired maintenance schedule. He has been helpful with many follow up questions since he prepared our plan. He is a pleasure to work with! (Fri, Mar. 07, 2008)

Alex Von Feldt

I have heard Jeffrey speak on native plants, and I was very impressed with his depth of knowledge. He has also given me useful advice on helping under-performing plants. (Thu, Jan. 17, 2008)

Chris Todd, Landscape Designer

Jeff has been a consultant for me several times. One property involved steep HOA Hillside. Advised on which native plants to save and which weeds to remove. Other properties advised on which native plants would work on the sight. Jeff also advises our Gardening With natives Group in the Ca Native Plant Society. Very Knowledgeable about both plants and resources. Has high horticulture standards, and much appreciated for his willingness to share so much knowledge and experience from his gardening background. (Sun, Dec. 09, 2007)

Valorie & Rod Boucher

For several years Jeffery has been helping us with our native California plant landscaping --- his extensive horticultural knowledge and diligence coupled with a quiet, affable demeanor --- a winning combination. (Sun, Dec. 09, 2007)

Arvind Kumar

Jeffrey helped select and procure native plants for my garden and plant them. He helped with integrating large rocks into the garden. He helped prune our fruit trees. The best thing about him is the vast knowledge he has about native plants, the environment, and horticulture; if you spend time with him, you will end up learning a lot because he shares his knowledge so readily and in such an accessible manner. (Sat, Dec. 08, 2007)

Andy Butcher

Jeffrey was first a consultant for my family's orchard and gardens a number of years ago. He is knowledgeable, inquisitive, and careful making recommendations. I find his observations and recommendations valuable in spite of my experience and qualifications: ISA Certified Aphoristic, Certified Landscape Technician, Certified Pesticide Applicator, and orchardist. I will recommend him to anyone. (408) 203-5828

(Fri, Dec. 07, 2007)

Louise Lacey

I have watched Jeffrey work in other gardens, and wanted him to work in mine. It was a big job: first he had to take out two Anchor fences, then remove more than 100 Amaryllis bulbs, etc. Now he is creating and implementing the new native plant garden. I trust him completely -- and I know natives! (Fri, Dec. 07, 2007)

Jackie Pascoe

Jeffrey cataloged the non-native and native plants in my 3 acre Santa Cruz mountain property and advised me on how to go about restoration, which I am undertaking myself. It would have taken me ages to get the specific and in-depth information that Jeffrey provided on his visits and in follow-up emails. I consider Jeffrey my valued coach, and I will also use his services when it comes to restoration work I can't complete on my own, or for which I lack skills. He is a genial guy, and easy to get along with. I highly recommend Jeffrey's services. He really cares about our native flora and fauna. (Fri, Dec. 07, 2007)

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