PETER ATKINS AND ASSOCIATES.,LLC
"Artisans in the Landscape"
P.O. Box 238
Bedford Village, NY 10506
914- 234-0161
PeterAtkinsandAssociates@gmail.com
Peter Atkins & Mary Ann Henry
Our Job is to work for you and help solve the challenges for your property
Peter Atkins and Associates is a full-service organic landscape contractor. We are dedicated to environmentally friendly approaches through all phases of Landscape Construction-from Design to Installation and Maintenance.
We have been a leader in ecological land care for over twenty-five years. We believe in the beauty and importance of native plants and in their critical roles in sustaining and enhancing the place where we live and work. We feel many people share our environmental concerns, but there are few opportunities for the public to see a garden that has been created organically, incrementally, and one that displays the beauty, value, and appropriateness of native plants.
Habitat loss is often cited as the most crucial reason plants and animals become endangered. Our goal is to encourage people to take small actions that will restore habitat by incorporating native plants into their landscapes and to do so in such a way that ecosystem services on your property are improved while beauty and functionality are enhanced.
We are careful stewards of the environment of individual homes, owner properties and recommended permaculture principals.
Owner and designer Peter Atkins and partner Mary Ann Henry personally execute everything at our ecological land care business, ensuring unparalleled attention to detail.
WHY WE ARE DIFFERENT
Accredited Northeast Organic Land Care (NOFA). We use no manufactured products that will not break down naturally and feed mother earth. We will NOT harm your family, your pets, your water supply and mother earth.
Ecological Studies Coordinator and Garden Coach.
Accredited Permaculture Certificate from Rhode Island University.
Accredited Ornamental Horticulturist Certificate from the NY Botanical Gardens.
Degree in Landscape Architecture / Design.
We are a recognized leader with native plant solutions which makes us different as a front runner in quality-oriented design, build and maintenance delivery systems.
Browse our portfolio and testimonials to learn more.
Contact Peter Atkins at (914) 234 -0161 or PeterAtkinsandAssociates@gmail.com
FINE HORTICULTURAL MAINTENANCE
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE & GARDEN DESIGN
FULL SERVICE MASONRY
ORGANIC LAND CARE SERVICES
ACCREDITED NORTH EAST ORGANIC LAND CARE (NOFA) BUSINESS
Pollinator Perennial Garden complete in 2021 in Pound Ridge, NY
Perennial Garden in Greenwich, CT - Peter Atkins first Job of many Pollinator Gardens
Back Drop to this Greenwich Garden is a Little Blue stem Grass Meadow (3 acres)
Pools within Nature
Daffodils and Tulip Gardens
Sloped Pollinator Perennial Garden
Garden Design and Maintain
Native Gardens instead of Lawns
Native Meadows replace Lawns
Custom Masonry
Perennial Pollinator Gardens
Epic Outdoor Pollinator Planters
Beds and Borders with Annuals
Custom Raised Organic Pollinator Vegetable Systems
Slope Pollinator Gardens with Perennials
Who is Peter Atkins ?
With a University degree in Art History from the College of Wooster in Ohio, Peter took a concentration in Landscape Architecture and Plant Science. Peter Attended the University of Florence, Italy for Junior and senior year while in Italy on an exchange program. A love for gardens, architecture and art history, Peter has traveled and spent time in Italy, Europe, Indian, Nepal, Tibet, Asia, China, Singapore, Bermuda and throughout the United States. These valuable life experience gave me further insight into the Landscape Architecture, Art History, Horticulture and Botany.
Peter has studied and continues to study at the N.Y. Botanical gardens and is accredited with horticulture and landscape design. Peter attended the Cary Institute of Ecological system studies in Millbrook, NY with studies in their Landscape Design department. He has a certificate from the Rhode Island University in Permaculture Design. Permaculture is a system of agricultural and social design principles centered around simulating or directly utilizing the patters and features observed in a natural ecosystem. Peter Atkins is also an accredited North East Organic Land Care (NOFA) specialist since 2010.
Peter grew up in Bedford NY. The business has always been centered around Bedford and neighboring hamlet towns. We are a full service landscaping company. The company's success is due largely to the fact that we are able to serve our clients from the very beginning of a project through all phases of design, planning, construction and maintenance to insure the design vision is achieved and sustained.
I welcome the opportunity to create a garden sanctuary for you.
Catherine B.
Client
"When you have a landscape design project, it is imperative to hire someone with experience in project management. This is more than landscaping; it is more like construction. Peter Atkins and Associates understands this and will work with you to ensure organization and coordination across the various parties. The way Peter Atkins was able to not only coordinate our project, but to also consistently communicate next steps was amazing. He is a real artist with strong project management skills for which discerning buyers should pay a premium. We have worked with several landscapers. Peter Atkins and Associates is by far the best and we would recommend them for your project, large or small".
Patio and Native Perennial Garden
Patio and Pollinator Perennial Garden
What Is Ecological Landscapes
“Ecological Landscaping is a method of designing, building, and maintaining landscapes that considers the ecology of a site and creates gardens that enhance the surrounding environment for the benefit of humans and all other life in the ecosystem. When the earth is disturbed during the construction of buildings, homes, driveways, and roadways, the land is forever altered. Although the natural landscape can never be restored completely, with thoughtful attention to the site, ecological landscapers can create outdoor spaces that are practical, healthy, and aesthetically pleasing. Ecological landscaping strives to balance the building site with the natural environment. It draws upon the wisdom of natural systems”.
Perennial Pollinator Garden Renovation
Perennial Pollinator Garden Section
Understanding Ecological Relationships
“By studying the inter-relationships between living things, non-living things, and the environment, ecological landscapers can create a landscaped community that will conserve natural resources, preserve biodiversity, and protect the environment. With proper design and implementation, a healthy pattern begins to form with each component in the landscape; people, animals, plants, water, soil, insects, and wildlife, all interacting in a sustainable way”.
“Conservation is an important part of ecological landscaping. The objectives of an ecological landscaper are to reduce water consumption, preserve water quality, prevent soil erosion, protect biodiversity, diminish the use of toxic pesticides, and minimize the use of non-renewable resources. By striving toward these goals, the ecological landscaper
can create gardens that are both environmentally responsible and enjoyable to experience”.
Pollinator Perennial Garden 3rd Year
Driveway Circle Planted under Walnut Tree which is poison to most landscape Plants
THE PROCESS TO WORK TOGETHER ON YOUR PROJECT.
Thank you for the interest in our company
Q. Who Are Our Clients?
Our landscaping clients are homeowners and business owners. We offer total property management services.
We also partner with other landscape architects, civil engineers, non-profits and planning boards for large projects.
Q. What Services Do We Offer?
A. Our clients generally fall into 2 categories.
1. Garden/Landscaping Design/Build or Landscape Renovation Projects. Using 100% native species plants: perennials, trees, shrubs and grasses, we design and install new landscaping. If requested, we can also do maintenance for our design/install clients.
2.Horticultural Garden Maintenance. We will appoint a dedicated team to work always at your home under the direct supervision of an accredited horticulturist and managed by Peter Atkins himself. We custom create a maintenance plan centered on the specific needs of your living plants. These services can also include organic lawn care, IPM Plant Health Care services and total property management.
When is the Landscaping Season?
Peak season for landscape production in Westchester and Fairfield County is May through November.
March/April to Veteran’s Day is when most projects get done. We do landscape consultation and planning all year, especially through the winter.
Holiday Season. We also do a very large holiday decorating business. Inside and Outside.
In the off-season we sometimes work on eco-landscaping projects in warmer climates of the Eastern Seaboard.(Call us?)
Q. Do you offer free estimates?
A. Yes, There is no charge to speak with Peter Atkins and Mary Ann Henry for 30 -45 min. Design services there is a fee. Additional meeting with Peter Atkins and Mary Ann Henry are billed as a consultant fee.
How?
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Fill out our customer intake form at the end of the page. You may email me directly at PeterAtkinsandAssociates@gmail.com
2 Request a Consult.
3 We meet for a site Evaluation/consultation/estimate visit.
4 An estimate document is generated for you includes a project plan. The plan will include a native plant list custom tailored to your property’s unique conditions. A detailed maintenance outline or a line by line scope for the intend project.
We will return your call, email or text the same day or within 24 hours. Emails are still the best option.
Pollinator Garden in North Salem
Slope Grass Garden in North Salem, NY
Grand Entrance to the Next Party at the House
Daffodils and Tulips Garden
Knott Maze Sculpture in Greenwich, CT
Grand Front Door Entrance to County Home
ARE YOU HAVING A PARTY AT YOUR HOME ?
Whether you love them or hate them, parties are important. They are where people meet future business and romantic partners and friends, where small talk becomes the stuff of life.
Peter Atkins and Associates is on a mission to bring people together to meet, create, and celebrate. Are you looking for special 40 or 50th birthday party ideas or a milestone Wedding Celebration or your daughter has just announced your garden is the perfect spot. So many occasions in life call for celebrations.
The possibilities for garden social party themes are endless! The date and the season when you are hosting the event can help you choose an appropriate theme but really, it is up to you and whatever your heart desires!
Though the overwhelming task of planning an event might deter you from recognizing special moments, party planning can be easy when you use Peter Atkins and Associates to get your outdoor spaces ready for the next celebration. Perfect for a Reception or Reunion!
Gardens create some of the best atmospheres for parties, wedding showers, baby showers, and other gatherings. Host a garden social in a peaceful setting surrounded by natural beauty.
A garden party gives you a great excuse to gather with friends and family or your local garden club in a setting you know and love. Outdoor events are all the rage right now anyway, so what is not to love!?
Garden Tour Party at Client Home
Reherral Dinner Party in the Garden of our Clients
Roses and Peony Wedding and A blue Sky
Hydrangeas, Daylilies and Conifers Backdrop this Huge Day
We hear often that our clients love to brag about their home and its landscapers. Some of your neighbors may be in tune with your gardening prowess, but it is impressive to share that beauty with others. Theirs is a style inspired by gardens and all things natural, creating abundant floral arrangements overflowing with garden-style perennial, annual and epic outdoor planters. There can be a combination of flowers, fruits, vines, trees, and shrubs that are groomed correctly to bring the true value of a landscape noticed for a special event.
We value the relationships that we form with our clients and take pride in our ability to make your vision a reality. At Peter Atkins and Associates we will go the distance to ensure that every detail is executed smoothly, leaving our client and their
guest in awe. Maybe you need just to update the flower pots, maybe a new patio, maybe perennials that symbolizes the guest of honors favorite colors. Maybe you need Peter to help pull all of the pieces together.
Our multi-talented team of creative visionaries combined with experts in craft and execution are the secret to our winning immersive event experiences. Whether designing a themed garden party or a casual affair, a luxurious wedding wonderland or the neighborhood barbecue we are ready to roll up our sleeves and make the journey memorable.
GARDEN WEDDING ON AN ORGANIC LAWN
TABLES SET WITHIN THE TREES AT THIS GARDEN PARTY
Choosing the Correct Maintenance Company
CHOOSING THE RIGHT KIND OF LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE FIRM Lots of landscaping companies offer basic yard maintenance services. That is, mowing, edging, mulching, weeding, and spring and fall clean-ups. We call this service mow, blow and run maintenance. Its a bunch of guys, with little horticultural knowledge pruning your shrubs into mushrooms with gas shears and destroying the character of the plant in this fast paced job.
Peter Atkins and Associates began this business with the reality that some properties deserve special attention in how they are maintained. Some properties have lots of beautiful shrubs like azaleas, rhododendrons, boxwoods, flowering trees that require attention with proper pruning. Other properties have perennial gardens that require deadheading, staking, dividing, soil amendments and other landscape gardens require many services from lawn cutting, mulching, cleanups.
The reason we are different is that we selects properties that we wish to maintain with home owners who spent much money on the installation of their gardens and wish to have their gardens maintained by expert gardeners who are always supervised by an accredited Horticulturist.
Top-notch garden care makes the difference between a garden that flourishes in all seasons and one that doesn’t live up to its potential.
Pollinator Garden Welcome Bridal Invitation Guest to the Evening Gala at the House
The Pollinator Perennial Garden
The Brick Wall Pollinator Garden with Organic Lawn Care
Perennial Pollinator Borders Heading to the front Door with a new flagstone walkway
Summer Garden welcome you home on the coast line of Long Island Sound
Transforming a space to be functional, eye catching and stimulating - Successful Pollinator Design
Pruning Knock out Roses
Two Gardeners Planting Front Door Planters in Greenwich
Properties under the care for specialty garden managment
The power of white begonias on a green estate
What is Detailed Maintenance Care
We provide comprehensive garden care with weekly visits during the growing season and select winter visits. Under direction from our Head Horticulturalist, Peter Atkins, our care regimen is tailored to each landscape and can include spring clean-up, turf care, weeding, care of perennial beds and fall leaf management. We also offer woody plant care for plants under 14 feet in height which includes pruning and Integrated Pest Management.
A Fine Gardener’s singular goal is to vigilantly care for the soil, plants, and design compositions viewed through the lens of a dynamic natural system. This means that we must look at the garden with the eyes of a trainer and a caretaker. Consequently, we ask, “How can we make this perform better, look better, and be healthier?”
Team Hand Pruning Spreading Blue Spruce
Team hand pruning loose shoots on Taxus Yews
WHY A MAINTENANCE CONTRACT?
A maintenance contract provides a solid basis when it comes to putting the agreements into formal writing. Peter Atkins and Associates organizes which tasks should be carried out and you know exactly what you can expect from us. We will also provide a clear financial picture, in line with your personnel budget so that you will not be faced with any unpleasant surprises. Customization and personal contact are paramount. Some advantages listed:
• Appointed Gardeners stay with your property yearly. Supervision with senior horticulturist Peter Atkins who is on the job ever day.
• Always the right maintenance at the right time.
• A professional specialized landscaper with knowledge of your flower, edible, low maintenance and native gardens.
• A personal contact, your trusted landscaper.
• Affordable through fast and planned appointments.
Which maintenance contract should I choose?
Depending on your wishes, there are various options for implementing the maintenance contract. After an introductory meeting, we will create a tailor-made maintenance plan for you with the details of the contract and the frequency of the visits. In short you can choose between a limited and an extensive maintenance contract.
Team Transplanting in Pound Ridge in White and Blue Garden
Team Spreading Mulch
The Team Digging the Base of a woodland Waterfall
The completed Woodland Waterfall Garden in a Native Garden
Proper Pruning of Ornamental Tree Example on Coast of Rye near Manahursing Island, NY
Maintenance and Design Collaborate Together.
We approach our projects with the idea that landscape design and garden maintenance are two sides of the same coin. A garden is more successful when it is cared for with the design intention in mind. And good design always takes long-term care and sustainability into account.
There is a direct connection between landscape maintenance and landscape design. Strategic garden care is a natural extension of design because the landscape design--the selections of plants, the groupings, and the geometry of the site--set the course for the maintenance to follow. At Peter Atkins, we call this design-conscious approach to all-in-one landscape and garden care - Garden Management.
Besides respect for design, our garden management process is steeped in horticultural expertise. Fine-tuning the landscape by adding color displays or perennial groupings, or by making meticulous adjustments (pruning, cutting back, thinning out, transplanting), is what brings out its greatness. Aside from the aesthetic benefit, skilled plant care promotes good health by letting air and light into the interior of plants, and stimulating growth and longevity.
We are very proud to be an accredited Northeastern Organic Land Care (NOFA) business. An organic approach avoids using toxic chemicals and manufacture products that can harm your children, pets, water supply and mother earth
PETER ATKINS WOULD LIKE TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR ENTIRE PROPERTY SERVICES WITH TOP VALUE
Estate on Shappan Point in Stamford. Full time estate Gardeners
Interns for the summer helping with weeding at a customer home
What’s a Garden Coach?
A coach is a cross between a consultant, designer, and a landscaper. A designer will give you ideas and plans, but won’t do the work. A landscaper will come in and do the work, but won’t teach you how. A coach is the best of both worlds. I’ll come in and offer design and plant selection ideas and maintenance tips. Then I’ll come back and actually work with you to perform some of the tasks.
A garden coach is for those gardeners who want to do their own gardening and landscaping, but need help getting started and knowing how to do specific projects. I’m comfortable working with absolute beginners to knowledgeable Master Gardeners. For labor intensive projects we have a team of very qualified gardeners who work side by side with Peter Atkins. These teams can perform construction such as fences, masonry, water features planting projects and fine garden maintenance services.
Heather, P
Garden Coach Customer
“We’re enthusiastic beginner gardeners with too little time. Peter Atkins offered great ideas and knowledgeable answers to all of our questions. He gave just the right amount of information to be comprehensive without being overwhelming. Among other things, Peter offered great ideas to simplify efforts in the vegetable garden, had trouble shooting tips for pests in the flower gardens, and helped de-mystify the best methods of wintering roses. His knowledge was incredibly helpful, and his genuine encouragement was motivating.”
Project Management
We are a full service firm that offers design and building solutions so that you can make your dream landscape a reality.
Landscape project managers such as Peter Atkins and Mary Ann Henry are well-versed in many of the most important aspects of company’s success. They are the company’s eyes and ears on project sites, ensuring work is done according to plan, managing and motivating team members and working with office staff and vendors to coordinate successful project installations and site management.
Project Management
Landscape design and project management go hand in hand together to insure the finished design is installed in the way it was intended. When you are ready to begin your project, We can support you through each step, from the bid process to the installation of the landscape design. We work with highly qualified contractors who provide fine craftsmanship, excellent customer service and have solid reputations and references. Managing your project insures that the end result will follow the original design vision. When a defined completion is stated we meet that deadline.
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE & GARDEN DESIGN PLANS EXECUTED BY PETER ATKINS AND ASSOCIATES
Most people shy away from creating their own new gardens for fear that, after all the time and money spent, it just may not turn out as expected. Designing a garden properly takes a great deal of knowledge and creativity and labor to do the job correctly.
If you feel though you would benefit from professional help, we suggest that you read through the website site and see if the focus of our work would be a perfect fit for your next project.
We are highly trained, passionate and creative professionals that would like to put a smile on every client’s face by enhancing their built environment and quality of life.
We suggest you interview us and see if we can help you with your next design project.
Landscape Architect
"Peter Atkins and Associates serve its clients by guiding you through a thoughtfully curated design experience, that yields creativity, hard work, consistency, curiosity and thinking beyond the typical cookie cutter landscape. It requires vison, skill and sensitivity to unlock the potential of an open space".
River Birch Line the Path along the property line - Screening and A Beautiful Statement
LANDSCAPE PLANNING YOUR PROJECT
It is our goal to help you fall in love with your landscape. We strive to create personalized, vibrant and beneficial landscape designs that compliment your mature garden, solve existing design challenges or provide a complete landscape overhaul.
Landscape design services include:
A scaled landscape plan including plants and hardscape
A full plant list with points of interest
A personalized mood board to help you visualize the plant combinations
A detailed estimate and project plan
Elements in the design that we are not equipped to address will be referred to trusted contractors.
WHAT TO EXPECT WITH YOUR LANDSCAPE DESIGN PROCESS:
The initial one-hour consultation is No charge.
There is a design fee and this depends on how much time is necessary to do the layout and write up the proposals.
You will be provided with a proposal package.
Once your design is finalized, your place on the Peter Atkins and Associates installation schedule is secured with a 50% deposit.
A written warrantee comes with your proposal an Peter Atkins will be your landscape management liaison.
If you are interested in design services, please contact us as soon as possible.
The entire process coordinated by Peter Atkins and Associates. LLC
"Aspire to Hire! The most creative and beautiful estates I have ever seen have been transformed and maintained by this man,. With vision like Monet and a touch like Lalique Peter will transition your property into a picture book that will have others talking long after the next season turns the page.”
3D Garden Layout at the entrance to a customer home
Foundation Planting Home completed in 2022 that is a native garden
3D DESIGN FOR A FOUNDATION PLANTING.
New Construction Job Options
Two Rescue Black Labs
Cos Cob, CT
"Peter thank you for helping us make the grand entrance . Peter this was a complex job with many different elevation and your team installed a home run.... I will be sure to recommend you when asked who did the job".
Jane Magnolia Planted
The "Spade" still respected the best tool for transplanting
Landscape Construction
Landscape construction can be a challenging process for the homeowner. Having a crew of strangers on your property all day. Being available for decisions as the inevitable problems surface. Dirt everywhere.
But when you work with us, many of those challenges disappear. We’ll hire the construction team that is the perfect fit for your project, including carpenters, metalworkers, masons, arborists, pool and spa installers, and lighting and irrigation specialists. We only work with people we know and trust that are apart of our network of contractors and artisans.
Peter Atkins and Mary Ann Henry will personally oversee the entire landscape construction and ongoing organic maintenance process to make sure all details is thoughtfully sourced, every design element is carefully crafted and every problem is dealt with quickly and efficiently to save both time and money. This dynamite team has been working together for over twenty eight years.
The Covid Job that Kept our Doors Open
This project below started when I was referred to a clients home to do some hydro seeding on a slope that was always difficult. After showing our portfolio and spending numerous months on Saturday morning with the client, Peter Atkins and our client decided to transform the slope into a perennial garden. It would have a retaining wall that is 95 feet wall long and a large perennial garden would be placed within its wall. On top of the wall is a large border of Hydrangeas, carpet roses, edible berry and other shrubs. Within the garden would be a fountain for song birds and a patio below the garden with a portable fire pit for evening star gazing. The vegetable garden was created that is 40x30 and hold many raised beds. This was a two year process in design, collaboration and finally the year Covid arrived we were asked to install the job. The job was installed in one year and follow year tweaking the design in year 2021.
Budget: Anonymous
Washington Hawthorns unloading job Spring 2021
Job In Pound Ridge - Day One (House was Cream and Now Blue)
Job in Pound Ridge - Developed. Photo on far left before a shovel went into the Ground
Yes, Same Property as Above. Customer changed house to slate blue. Entrance to this Estate
Driveway Apron on this Pound Ridge, NY Property
Tread Stairs Under Construction
Tread Stair Completed
Steep Slope. This was the backyard-What to do with the space?
Hardscape Installed First which was the wall and the patio
Tucker Z
Armonk, NY
"SPECTACULAR - Everyone loves the stone work. The entrance to this house now has an updated front door courtyard and walkway with updated foundation planting. This job was complex as there are changing elevations and thus the work was intensive. Roberto and Ludwin worked hard to make this job a beautiful statement. It turned out better than we had envisioned. A huge plus to Peter Atkins who was project leader and Peter was at the job site every day to solve and keep the team focused on on the job deadline".
Upper Westchester County
Client now 5 years
"Ludwin and Roberto did an excellent job. Very professional, from the estimate and proposal process, through scheduling, through execution and clean up. True artistic craftsmanship, completed with a passion and professionalism that is all too rare with contractors today. You can shop around, but if you are seriously looking for top-quality stone work, delivered professionally, you'll wind up hiring this team who is managed by Peter Atkins"
Laying out Vegetable Garden to be born
Finished Vegetable Garden with Plants Growing
Large Lattice Fence with Critter mesh to stop small animals from entering garden.
Vegetable Garden in Deer Park Association in Greenwich, CT
Vegetable Garden In North Salem, NY
Vegetable Garden in Bedford, NY Behind the Garage
Vegetable Garden on Estate in Greenwich, CT
JOANNE
"I am so pleased with my veggie garden! It is well done and the process was professional. It is very rare to feel like you’ve gotten what you paid for in home improvement, but I feel gratified in my decision to trust Peter Atkins and Associates and make the investment.”
Sara & Jeff, B
"Peter is a great communicator and is excellent to work with. He and his team not only possesses excellent plant knowledge, but their recommendations for cutting gardens, vegetable garden and perennial gardens have been spot on. The landscaping is gorgeous, all the plants, trees and shrubs are thriving and perfectly situated. I am now able to entertain and enjoy this space every day. I highly recommend Peter!"
Coastal Property In Rye, NY
Manursing Island Estate
Rye , NY
"We discovered Peter from friends and From start to finish, it was an absolute pleasure to work with Peter Atkins. He designed and managed our landscape project north of New York City on the coast line in Rye, NY with knowledge, skill, care and enthusiasm. A wonderful listener and hard worker, Peter wove together all the pieces needed to make our dream come true. We would also like to recommend all services including his highly knowledgeable gardeners who continue to make this property as showpiece".
Mary Ann Henry - Business Partner
* Client Development
* Project Management
* Special Events Coordinator
* Holiday Decorator - Outside and Interiors
* Retired Private Pilot (Non Commercial)
"As Client Relations Manager, I consider exceptional communication and quality assurance to be paramount. However small the detail, my goal is to ensure all of our clients are left unconditionally satisfied with their investment in our work.”
Mary Ann with Ginger
MaryAnn surrounded by lots of young Cavaliers at Breeder Home
Our Family of Dogs
Ginger our Black and Tan King Charles Cavalier Spaniel
Scarlett our King Charles Cavalier Spaniel
The importance for Organic Land Care.
Scarlett our Ruby Cavalier was diagnosed with Lymphoma (Cancer) She went with Mary Ann and Peter everywhere. Animal scientist were pointing finger that chemicals in landscapes was making dogs and cats very sick and when this young dog was diagnosed with cancer we knew that most of our properties were not treated organically but with chemicals.
In 2010, we became an Northeaster Organic Land Care business (NOFA) and we are a completely organic land care business for our properties. We do not use synthetic fertilizers, chemical imputes or anything that will harm pets, humans or wildlife.
Perennial Gardens is defined as collaboration, design, installation and keeping the garden low upkeep
Mixed Begionas under the Old Crabapple Orchard
Cleome Garden (annual) and blue lacecap Hydrangeas with fountain
Building Annual Flower Gardens for our clients gardens
Designer, Horticulturist, Project Management
Jean Galle, Landscape Architect
Jean’s love of nature started as a child in Ohio. Long walks in the woods looking for wildflowers with her father taught her valuable lessons.
The desire to become a professional Landscape designer came when Jean heard about sustainable green roofs and the positive effects for cities and the environment. Jean graduated 1st in her class at Columbia University’s Master’s of Landscape Design.
Shortly after she received a Flower Garden Design certificate from New York Botanical Garden.
Her gardens designs are unique with the play of line, form and texture with many details – design knowledge gained from her 2 former successful careers – that of a ballet dance and fashion designer. Jean’s designs match the site, keeping the clients desires in mind with infusions of color, year around interest and a bit of surprise and whimsy. Native plants are used when possible and the environment and pollinators are always concerned. Besides designing for Peter, Jean has her own clients in New York City and New Jersey Shore and freelances for other NYC based landscape companies. Peter and I met at the New York Botanical Garden and the rest is history.
* Master Gardener Certified
* Certified Horticulturist
* Landscape Architect / Designer
* Auto Cad,
* Free Hand
* Botanical Illustrator
Jean at New Jersey Shore with Tinker (Rescue)
Jean Galle at NY Botanical Gardens Horticulture Class
Our Master Masons Cutting Stone for A Project
HARDSCAPE - MASONRY
We take pride in our ability to create incredible rustic, formal and modern beauty from some of nature’s toughest elements. Each project we consider an artistic extension of who we are and what we represent — only, our art is not created with paint brushes, photographs, or other traditional forms. Our art is built with stone hammers, chisels, and trowels. Each project is unique and many of the stonemason’s techniques used thousands of years ago are still true today. Masonry endures time and makes statements of beauty, strength, balance and class.
Landscape Masonry, Pots and Maintenance
Landscape Masonry, Pizza Oven and Pergola
Masonry Job in Cos Cob, CT - Day one Photos
Masonry Job in Cos Cob, CT Finished Hardscape
Masonry Job in Armonk, NY - Winter Picture
Masonry Job In Armonk, NY - Completed Job
Tread Stairs with Hydrangeas
Tread Stairs with Tulips
Hardscape (Masonry, Fences and Water Compositions)
Hardscape design can help you turn a plain and monotonous space into a delightful and inviting work of art where you will love to spend your time.
Our in house hardscape and landscaping professionals have experience in many different types of patio choices, including pavers, wet and dry laid natural stone, and brick. Patios and decks often include outdoor kitchen, water features, a fire pit, or a fireplace. Retaining walls serve a useful purpose by holding back the earth from certain areas. They can also be a decorative addition to any landscape design. In fact, this type of hardscape construction is sometimes performed simply for aesthetic purposes! Retaining walls can be constructed using several materials, including natural stone, paver, or brick.
Our design team will work closely with you to determine your needs and develop a design you will cherish and enjoy for years to come.
Water Gardening is a new service with Peter Atkins and Associates
Moving Water is very relaxing next to a patio setting
Pond with Masonry Dam with Water Channels to put oxygen in the water below with Koi
Local Stone Steps into Woodland Setting
Herb Garden with Flagstone Pavers outlined with Sod
Tread Steps laid into River Rock Rounds for Path
Flagstone Patio, Walls, Annuals, New Fence..
Masonry Applications that are effective in many forms
Pound Ridge Driveway Apron
Grand Entrance Wall with Gate
Tread Stairs along the Rose Garden
Boxwood Courtyard Garden
Red Brick is becoming a lost Art
Stepping Stones in Woodland for Meditation
Blue Stem Meadow with Pool
Vegetable Garden
Patio an Ecosystem
Pergola with Whisteria
Amish Gazabo for Star Gazing
Lattice Fence and Roses
Vegetable Garden Behind Garage
Fieldstone Pavers into Front Door
Flagstone and firepit with Gardens
Perennial Chives with Stepers
Unilock Driveway in Stamford, CT
Gravel Paths and Epic Planters
Emia
Upper Westchester County
We've had the pleasure of working with Peter Atkins and his staff on several occasions over the past 10 years - three patios, an outdoor fireplace and a circular driveway in brown unlock which we must admit is stunning. Peter consistently demonstrated an attention to detail and follow-up throughout the entire project. He is a trusted craftsman who is well respected and is referred to family, friends and anyone in need of quality mason work. We look forward to our next project!
Driveway Apron - Block/Cement
Driveway Apron - Block/Cement
Driveway Apron - Block/Cement
Firepit with Unilock and Flagstone
In Ground Firepit
Flagstone Patio with Fire Pit
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Client in Darian, CT
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Historic Home in Bedford - Updated Foundation Planting
Perennial Border Welcome you home after busy day in Stamford, Ct
Barbara
Bedford Realtor
" Peter Atkins is a talented landscape Designer and container designer. He he has helped to re-design some of our larger properties as well as to select and design our planting containers when we need vibrant pots for open houses, garden staging, parties and special events. Peter is extremely knowledgeable regarding plants and has an educated, experienced understanding as to what will best fit your home/business terrain and make a lasting impression. I highly recommend Peter for your future projects."
Porch Pots staged on a House for Sale in Bedford, NY
Summer Pots Designed and Planted for Memorial Day Party
Burgundy, Rose, Lime Green Combination for Summer Pots
Christina
Greenwich, CT
"We had an old-fashioned garden, which we loved, but had become quite overgrown and not very easy to “live” in or maintain. We wanted a garden designer with knowledge, imagination and vision, to retain some of the original beauty of the old garden but make it a more usable space with more ease of maintenance.
"Some friends had had their garden “redesigned” but we found it to be very contrived; we were concerned about whether our own ideas would be taken into account and followed through to the end design; we were also concerned that the garden service might be very expensive.
We were delighted from the very first meeting – Peter Atkins put us at ease and was interested in getting to know us as people before we ever talked about plants. He listened well, as much of what we told him in this first meeting he managed to incorporate into the final design. Waiting for the plans was very exciting and the large color plans were very helpful in getting us to visualize the finished garden".
Peter didn’t just design our garden – He designed our garden for us, taking into account our ideas but also using his imagination and experience to transform it into a beautiful space". The gardens are now planted....I can not wait to invite our family and we are looking forward to use our vegetable garden in all our dishes. The peony garden and the roses have won my heart...finally a childhood memory has arrived in my own garden." CB
Project Budget: $150,000 - $200,000 +
JOHN L.
Bedford, NY
"Peter Atkins is an upbeat, creative, and competent designer who delivers an imaginative product on time and within budget. What more could you ask for?”
Estate Front Door Entrance.
Revised Grand Entrance
Artistic Front Door Entrance with Roses.
Customer loves Roses so this is what we did
Traditional Front Door Entrance.
Home on Lake Ave in Greenwich, CT
Urban Front Door Entrance
Home in Armonk, NY
Annette L.
North Castle (Bedford)
"The best part of working with Peter Atkins and Associates Garden Design was the communication, we always knew what was happening and what was going to happen. They did amazing work and an exquisite design, and the lighting is incredible. Everything flows in such a balanced way. The plant selection is awesome. They chose plants that work well in our backyard environment and the design provides flowers and colorful drama all year long.
Our contractors were top notch, never invasive, and always patient with our questions. Peter Atkins, the owner was always on the property and Peter monitored all the work. When we had a question about what was happening, we were also informed of the how and why promptly. We chose Peter Atkins and Associates because we really liked your approach to project management, it was comforting to know that you had not only the design expertise but also the schedule, budget, and contractor management taken care of. The best part of the experience of working with you was not having to worry about anything!"
Project Budget: $150,000 plus
This lawn is Organic Methods
This Garden is Organic Methods
Maintained organically
Maintained Organically
Organic Lawn...Is this your lawn?
This Property is organic is yours?
WHY WORKING WITH AN ORGANIC LAND CARE ON YOUR PROPERTY IS A SMART DECISION.
When organics products and services are consistently used on your lawns and landscape, we promise to protect your family, pets, soil and water from chemical imputes and synthetic fertilizers.
We have developed and practiced a proven organic land care for your property. Your family will reap immediate rewards from the reduction of exposure to harmful chemical applications that many landscape companies use.
For many homeowners, organic lawn care is an attractive option and a growing trend. Many in our community are working hard to be more environmentally conscious, and lawn care is a big part of that. However, moving from a chemical to an organic lawn care regiment will take time and require an adjustment in immediate expectations.
To make an educated, informed decision about what will work best for you, your family, and your lawn, it’s important to understand the pros and cons of each approach.
Pros of Organic Lawn Care
1. Chemical exposure is reduced. While most lawn care chemicals have been proven safe, there is peace of mind in knowing that you have reduced exposure for yourself, your family, and your pets. Also, when you use organic lawn treatments there will not be days that you have to avoid your lawn after treatment.
2. It is difficult to over-apply. Organic fertilizers slowly break down over time to nourish your soil, whereas with chemical treatments the plants absorb the fertilizer quickly. Use too high of a concentrate of chemical fertilizers and they can easily burn your lawn. Organic fertilizers release slowly based on the needs of your soil and turf, so that over time soil quality will improve.
3. Organic lawn treatments revitalize the ecosystem of your lawn. Chemical fertilizers inherently strip your soil of the nutrients your lawn needs, this includes microbes and earthworms. Your grass may look healthy after a chemical fertilizer, but chances are, that’s only skin deep, as it is easily susceptible to pests or disease. Organic treatments enhance your soil and enable it to keep its own natural nutrients.
Compost Bin on a private property in Pound Ridge
Two Bin System Compost Pile. Green and Brown Organic Waste
What Is Compost Made Of
"Compost is a mixture of ingredients used to fertilize and improve the soil. It is commonly prepared by decomposing plant and food waste and recycling organic materials. The resulting mixture is rich in plant nutrients and beneficial organisms, such as worms and fungal mycelium. Compost improves soil fertility in gardens, landscaping, horticulture, urban agriculture, and organic farming. The benefits of compost include providing nutrients to crops as fertilizer, acting as a soil conditioner, increasing the humus or humic acid contents of the soil, and introducing beneficial colonies of microbes that help to suppress pathogens in the soil. Compost can also be used for land and stream reclamation, wetland construction, and landfill cover".
Elizabeth Carlton
Bedford, NY
"Peter Atkins and his plant health care staff have provided us with excellent lawn care for over 20 years. Peter also maintained all the perennials gardens, the boxwood gardens and my champanion roses that I saved from my mothers garden. According to our neighbors, we consistently have the most beautiful lawn and Property in Bedford in all seasons!
Peter and William Barnhart are extremely easy to work with and if there is an occasional weed or funky looking something in the yard, just give Peter or William a call and they respond quickly and keep you updated. Thank you, Peter, for your help through the years!"
Maintenance Budge: Anonymous
Todd and Sally
New Canaan, CT
“We were extremely happy with our decision to collaborate with Peter Atkins and Associates on our landscape project. I was not sure what to expect when contracting with a landscape company but we received top value services from all tradesman involved. Clearly Peter is respected within his trade and we benefited from his connection and project management leadership"
"Gardening is the art that uses flowers and plants as paint and soil the sky as canvas"
Elizabeth Murray
TESTIMONIALS
Laurance Baschkin
We have known Peter for a couple of years as we live in the same small quiet town. I had no idea he was involved in grounds maintenance. My only complaint was not calling on him sooner. He and his crew did an amazing job cleaning up our 1.5 acre yard and the cost effectiveness was well worth it. Much appreciated.Read More
Houzz User
Peter Atkins is a perfectionist who cares passionately about design, quality, and doing things the right way. He is attentive to every detail that goes in to creating and maintaining a beautiful garden and landscape.
Peter designed a vegetable/flower garden--including fencing, raised beds, birdhouse, berry patch, etc.,-- that is completely harmonious with our topography and architecture. He was easy to work with and has a maintenance staff that is second to none.
We were so pleased with this project that we now rely on Peter not only to care for our vegetable/flower garden, but to oversee the maintenance and care of all trees and shrubs on our property. Under his careful watch and pruning, he has upgraded our property and we couldn't be happier.Read More
Houzz User
After working with Peter for 2 years as a freelance designer – I hold him in high regards as a person and a businessman. He is true to his word, prompt and very knowledgeable in all aspects of the field of landscape - plants and horticulture and design.
Peter stands out in a field where unanswered phone calls, unprofessional workmanship and knowledge is unfortunately common.Read More
Houzz User
Sophisticated gardens, great veggies, great people! Thanks Peter, we have had a thriving vegetable garden for two years that produces wonderful fruit and vegetables that taste so much better than I can buy in the store. My garden is a work of art! The garden was completely setup for us and maintained by Peter Atkins and Associates. We have been really impressed with the knowledge, enthusiasm and diligence of your business on every level. I love it that we can always try new vegetable varieties the following year. Clearly you have a “big green thump” and love what you do. Thank you.Read More
Houzz User
Our property was transformed from barren landscape into a lush, distinguished garden seven years ago. Peter Atkins, a certified horticulturist has been instrumental in creating, maintaining and managing our grounds.
He is committed and knowledgeable about all aspects of landscaping. He clearly has a passion for building gardens that blend so naturally into he land that surrounds our home. Just this year he designed a 30x40 vegetable garden that it truly exquisite and the rave of my girlfriends.
Dedicated to customer satisfaction, Peter has managed and nurtured our property to the full potential. He has brought about change by means of talent. It is with pleasure that I can highly recommend, with great confidence Peter AtkinsRead More
Houzz User
“We have been clients of your firm for over 10 years. Your firm has always provided an extraordinarily high and professional level of service and attention. We love the fact that the business is accredited NOFA-Organic Land Care which provides us with peace of mind with our children and our dogs.
Our large property and houses require Peters expert gardeners who are at our house a few days a week. His teams do our landscaping, maintenance, tree and shrubbery preservation and provide constant attention to his vibrant outdoor planters and the perennial and shade gardens. We are delighted with the care, imagination and expertise you bring to these tasks.
As a person, Peter has a real understanding of a client’s needs. Always making projects his own. Attention to detail with a real sense of practicality is a real hallmarks of a great designer. He has both of these characteristics in spades”.Read More
James Mattews
"We hired Peter Atkins and Associates after using another landscape maintenance company for almost five years until we listened to our neighbors. The difference is obvious! Peter's business provides impeccable garden landscape services. Peter teams are flexible, hard working and extraordinary capable.. It is very clear that his employee have been trained by Peter as they are detailed oriented and go the extra mile to make our property special. Peter is always on the job site, he is the type of person that truly wants to do something nice for you. Choose Peter Atkins and Associates if you want an ethical and reasonable company to work with.
Thank you for your patience and gentle guidance from start to finish, all of which made the process fun in my perennial garden again. I promise you, you will be thrilled that you hired him"Read More
Gracie's MomDad
Peter Atkins is a rare treasure. He came into our lives this past summer and transformed our property. We have been struggling with plantings for 28 years. This man is so talented, creative and knowledgeable! His crew is very competent and well supervised by Peter himself. Not only does this firm do installation but ongoing maintenance as well. Peter is very generous in pointing out issues on the grounds that don't necessarily fall under his purview e.g. infestation in the Hemlocks, leaves falling from the specimen trees mid- summer. We have found Peter extremely responsive to calls, emails.Read More
Naturalist
After trying multiple landscapers in the area, we finally found Peter Atkins four years ago and we have been happy ever since. Peter understands our sensibility and our desire to have a natural garden in a woodland landscape. Everything he has planted is organic and native to the area. His design is directed by his artistic instincts and the land itself. He respects and has a natural affinity for the property. He designed, planted and diligently maintains our fern, vegetable and herb gardens. Additionally he has designed, planted and maintained a variety of flower gardens and walking paths, completely transforming the way we appreciate our property during every season. We highly recommend Peter and his team.Read More
John Zimmerman
When I contacted Peter he was enthusiastic about our smallish project to renovate the circle area of our driveway. In the late winter we met and spoke about the goals. After a careful review he gave us a quote which was reasonable and filled all our desires and more for the project. I would reservedly recommend using him for a landscaping project. In fact there are other areas of our property that we may work on with him in the future. (The actual cost was at the very low end of the approximate cost range.)Read More
PETER ATKINS IS AVAILABLE TO SPEAK WITH YOU ABOUT YOUR PROJECT?
Let's talk about your dream yard
Initial consultations are completely free of charge—no strings attached (but cups of coffee graciously accepted). We'll come to your property, listen to your ideas and talk about how we can work together to create your dream landscape.
Tell us about your landscape goals! Are you interested in stonework, a new planting installation, habitat restoration, or maintenance services for a natural-looking landscape? Or maybe all of the above?
Book a FREE Discovery Call (914) 234 -0161 to learn more about how we can create a functional and Beautifully designed space that's uniquely you.
PLEASE SEND ME US AN EMAIL - PeterAtkinsandAssociates@gmail.com
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