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Hi, After 10 years and over 80 projects, I am inspired by a quote from Rumi: "May the beauty that you love, be what you do." I respond to inquiries by offering a free in-person consultation. I take photos of everything, inspect valves and irrigation, make suggestions, and offer design ideas. If you like my ideas, I send images of plants I feel are best to consider, and if we decide to move forward, I create a detailed estimate. If needed, I include costs for installing additional or new valves, drip lines, repairing sprinkler head, etc. I give definition to what is thriving in your garden, and incorporate beautiful drought tolerant and low water plants and shrubs, trees, boulders, river rocks, containers, fountains, etc. Since COVID I have tried to create sanctuary gardens that become more than an occasional place to sit, or another property obligation to maintain. I design to create gardens that one can see and appreciate while inside, and outside, are more comfortable and accessible spaces to love and appreciate the stunning nature in our own backyard! That is my focus today. Thanks Patricia 🌴🌴🌴

Overview

Hired 63 times

Serves Shelter Island Heights, NY

Background checked

2 employees

11 years in business

Business hours

SunClosedMon8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2019

2018

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Manual

Timer driven

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Residential

Commercial

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Projects and media

32 photos

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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, responsiveness, and professionalism.

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Past Customer

Dec 10, 2024

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From Google

Patrica is extremely gifted !!!!! She has the ability to understand the vision of her clientsAnd then create their dream with such artistryCompassion and brilliance . She puts the same passion into her work no matter what type of job it isThank you Thank you

Past Customer

Nov 27, 2024

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From Google

Chocolate used to be my primary addiction, now its Patricia and my front garden!! Patricia is transforming my garden while being mindful of my taste and budget. She and her workers are punctual, organized, respectful and tidy up after they complete their work. As a bonus, Patricia has a great sense of humor and I enjoy spending time with her

Candace S.

Dec 1, 2020

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Hired on Thumbtack

The Dirt Beauty was a terrifically positive experience...I was on a budget n Patricia found a way to revamp my front yard which is very hilly in a way that made me love the front of my house! She worked collaboratively with me, n I’m going to have her return in the spring to look at my backyard! Thank you thumbtack...Patricia is a winner!!

Details: Complete renovation of current landscape (e.g. replace soil, hardscape services) • Lay artificial turf • Artificial turf • Front yard • No, one-time project • Home

Outdoor Landscaping and Design

Bob W.

Jul 21, 2020

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Excellent, Excellent. I needed to rework my front yard. Patricia is so knowledgeable, the best part, a jewel to work with, never a negative response when changes needed to be corrected. Her staff were non stop workers, wouldn’t leave until the clean up was completed. Would I hire Patricia again, “YOU BET I WOULD.” Talk about being on time, WOW!

Details: Smaller changes in current landscape (e.g. plant flowers, trim shrubs) • Lay artificial turf • Artificial turf • Front yard • No, one-time project • Home

Outdoor Landscaping and Design

Jessica E.

Mar 31, 2020

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Patricia and her crew were fantastic! She transformed my large previously over gown front lawn into a beautiful masterpiece!!

Details: Complete renovation of current landscape (e.g. replace soil, hardscape services) • Lay grass or sod • Plant trees or shrubs • Front yard • Back yard • Entire property • Yes, maintenance needed • Home

Outdoor Landscaping and Design

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Patricia Foulkrod

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I create a detailed budget based on labor, plants and my design fee. I don't work by the hour and neither do my guys. I bid the project based on how long it will take me to shop, install and design. I never go over budget because if there is something we decide to do after the estimate is done, you will sign off on everything, big or small. No surprises. Thanks.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
1) Give a free estimate by doing a walk thru, info/garden history/discuss ideas. 2) Send photos of garden as is, with suggestions for plants or other elements and prices. 3) If necessary prep any area of the property before planting. 4) Plant first phase of design. 5) Fill in more plants and change anything that is not working for the client and myself. 6). Come back in two weeks free of charge to see everything and tweak if necessary.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been landscaping for ten years, initially creating succulent arrangements for retail. I have an eye for beauty and I know how to stage gardens. I have a strong work ethic, and I deliver on budget, and on time. I show up open minded, but prepared.