Process

My philosophy is simple: landscapes should foster vibrant relationships and connections. At Wild Root, we’re all about helping you cultivate community while connecting with our stunning shrub-steppe environment through thoughtful design that truly resonates with you.

Complimentary Phone Call (free)

I can't wait to hear all about you. How long have you lived in the Tri-Cities? Who shares your space with you (any family members of the furry variety)? What do you love or dislike about your yard? What is your budget and are you wanting to do the work in phases? These are just a few questions I’d love to explore, but don’t worry—I won’t overwhelm you. I’m sure our conversation will flow naturally and be a delightful exchange.

I’ll definitely ask if you’re interested in native plants. This might seem silly given our company mission. While our mission is focused on creating native habitats, we also offer design services for more traditional landscaping projects, we just don't install them.

Design Consultation (paid)

Have you had some time to think about our chat? Ready to take the next step? Let’s book an appointment—I’m eager to see your property. You can find my booking calendar in the menu above, "book online". 

When I arrive, I'd love to walk the property with you, diving into your needs and aspirations. If you’ve hired me for coaching, feel free to record our conversation—I’ll follow up with tailored advice. For design consultations, I’ll gather measurements and photos, and we’ll discuss the design fee (see FAQs for more info). Payment is required before design work begins and all designs are created in 2D and 3D. Please see FAQs for project size requirements.

Preliminary Design Meeting

Get ready for some excitement! You’ll see your design in 3D at this meeting. I’ll explain the thought behind it and answer all your questions. The preliminary prints are yours to keep, and we’ll schedule a follow-up to gather your valuable feedback, which is essential for shaping the master plans.

Master Plans

Here comes the moment you've been waiting for! You’ll receive your official master plans, showcasing everything you need to bring your design to life—plant species, hardscape materials, and perspectives of the final design.

Cost Estimating

Let’s talk more about your budget. I work closely with affiliate contractors to provide you with comprehensive cost estimating for your project. Accurate cost estimating helps to forecast expenses. While large or custom elements might require extra cost estimating fees, standard elements such as pavers, retaining walls, plants and planting beds, water features, fire pits and low-voltage outdoor lighting are included in estimating services.

Construction

I want to make sure that your project comes to fruition the way it was designed on paper. While we do not provide general contracting services, we do provide project oversight services. It is nice to have a client representative on site to help with design decisions and be your eyes and ears when you are busy.

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Planting Native Plants

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Native plants are the icing on the cake. We plant native species between October and November for optimal survival. Usually native plantings are coordinated separately from the rest of the construction project. If the project is finished by the end of September, native plants are usually tucked into their forever homes in the same year (subject to plant availability).