PETER ATKINS AND ASSOCIATES.,LLC
"Artisans in the Garden"
P.O. Box 238 - Bedford Village, NY 10506
(914) 234-0161
PeterAtkinsandAssociates@gmail.com
Peter Atkins, AOLCP - NOFA Certified
Licensed and Insured
Our proven process starts with a first site meeting where our goal is to get to know you, your property quirks and features, and your preferences. Our staff of experienced horticulturists are here to answer your questions.
At this initial meeting we together will determine what the best steps are to move forward. Maybe this is a mood board followed by designs, maybe your interested to learn about organic land care and maybe you would like us to help take care of your treasured landscapes.
Your proposals will include upfront pricing and recommendations, and we will keep you as involved in the landscaping experience as you would like to be. The majority of our work is completed in house and we also work with trusted contractors on hardscape for stone, timber, lighting, irrigation and water features. Over the last twenty five years we have have completed a wide variety of urban and country landscape design projects, including drought tolerant plantings, pollinator-friendly gardens, ecological landscapes such as wetland, meadow and native gardens and low-maintenance solutions.
All work is supervised by accredited Horticulturist and landscape architect/designer Peter Atkins, who manages the entire job and the liaison between you our client and our team of installers. Our experienced landscape planners will help you create a handsome and lasting garden that highlights your property.
Quality is always our focus – we hand select all our plants and collaborate with a small group of vetted contractors, each specializing in their own niche service line. No matter the scope of your project, we strive for client satisfaction by prioritizing clear communication and careful attention to detail. We write emails and texts so you are always in the loop of what is going on. We work quietly and always close gates and leave the property better than we found it.
We are very proud to be an accredited Northeast Organic Land Care business - CTNOFA.org. We are one hundred percent organic. We do not use chemical or manufactured products. We respond quickly to your calls and messages, so reach out any time to learn more about your plants and how to best care for them.
Most of our maintenance clients keep their existing grass cutters but hire use to maintain the ornamental beds and borders and pruning on the property. We offer perennial care, annuals borders, potted urns, window boxes, vegetable gardens which are designed and maintained, roses, ornamental pruning, organic land care, weeding and mulching services. At Peter Atkins and Associates we specialize in the careful, detailed landscape maintenance services that allow your garden to thrive. All services are guaranteed to grow!
We look forward to meeting you in your garden.
At Peter Atkins and Associates we have made attention to detail, unparalleled craftsmanship and outstanding service our number one priority since 2000.
We pride ourselves on being reliable. That means we provide excellent customer service, work hard to bring your vision to life, and provide excellent services you can count on year after year. Day one you will meet with owner Peter Atkins and his partner Mary Ann Henry. Peter runs the design, installation and fine garden services.
Mary Ann Henry is part owner and the Client Relations Director. In my role, 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.
Peter Atkins and Associates specializes in designing, building, and managing landscapes and ecological restoration projects for residential sites. As designers with backgrounds in landscape architecture, garden design, permaculture and organic gardening, we have a particular interest in plant-centered design and aim to create richly layered plant communities, based in ecology and inspired by horticulture.
We specialize in organic land care practices, reducing lawns, creating native pollinator gardens, edible gardens, planting screening, specimen trees, shrubs, meadows, wetland work and invasive plant removal and building green sanctuaries where life thrives.
We also have a skilled stone masonry team that offer repairs, new work both exterior and interior house work.
Peter Atkins and Associates tends to your beds and borders. We weed, deadhead, turn the soil, edge and trough. We prune shrubs and ornamental trees, eliminate path weeds, stake, support and protect your plants. We rake, remove debris, fertilize, water, turn and deadhead your containers, fill your birdbaths and fountains. We sweep, tidy, blow out and waterjet your paths. We let you know when your plants are being harmed by diseases or pests and offer treatment suggestions. We do not cut grass or blow snow.
Beds are fertilized monthly and containers bi-weekly. Each team has a certified horticulturist, an experienced Team Leader and experienced gardeners. During high season growth months, we add an additional staff member on each team to ensure that all tasks are completed within the allocated time and budget. Visits are shorter in the months of April, September, October and November but significantly longer in the high growth months of May to August.
We work effectively and quickly; priding ourselves on a high level of service. We have polite, well-trained, uniformed, experienced, reliable Horticulturists and Gardeners who are safety-trained, liability-insured.
We assess your garden by doing an initial clean up. This allows us to accurately determine how long it will take for each subsequent session and the average amount you will be billed for each visit. We can provide you with an estimate prior to the initial clean up but we can only set the rate for Fine Gardening after getting to know your property and the level of service you desire.
Peter Atkins is the founder an award winning principal designer of Peter Atkins and Associates. 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.
"Sometimes my work is simply about keeping a garden in check with regular maintenance visits. Other gardens I visit require development, reshaping and replanting – a light touch that may mean filling gaps in a border or filling and arranging pots to create a different view or have greater impact".
Peter's study of landscape design, horticulture, botany and habitat restoration certification includes training from the LEED landscape institute, North East Organic Land Care and New York Botanical Gardens. He has also studied at the Millbrook Nature Center & UMass Extension's Green School and countless educational and certificate seminars. Coupled with his gardening passion, superior customer service and enthusiasm to work with all people that love gardening.
We design landscapes of all sizes for residential and commercial properties. Through our designs, we aim to increase the sustainability, biodiversity and beauty of each and every property. We use only the highest quality plants sourced from local nurseries as well as indigenous, organic landscape materials.
We have a particular interest in utilizing and conserving native plant communities of New England but we appreciate the diversity, functions, and visual interest that non-native species can provide where appropriate. We are very careful to incorporate only those plants that have proven to be non-invasive in this region.
Peter is a active contributing member of the New Canaan, Connecticut Beautification Committee as an advisor on the towns tree replacement programs and our company donats many pounds of evergreen clipping from pruning to build christmas wreaths and outdoor pots through the towns building and parks.
Peter Atkins first job was Rosedale Nurseries. Inc as a garden center salesman. Till this day he collaborate with Rosedale for landscape installation. Peter focus has always been about Horticulture, Organic Land Care and Nature.
Client Development
* Project Management Point Person
* Business Partner with Peter Atkins
* Special Events Coordinator with over 35 years hands on knowledge, organization and key point person expertise
* Holiday Decorator - Outside and Interiors for 25 years
* Retired Private Pilot (Non Commercial)
* New Canaan, Connecticut Beautification Board Member
"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.”
Peter Atkins and Mary Ann Henry are the eyes and ears behind our family business. We are a hand on owners, meaning we will arrive at your property when the team is working. We will keep the communications channel simple with direct communication always. At the conclusion of all daily work for the week or project Peter will review the work completed and follow up with you with a detailed email discussing what was completed and next steps. This is also a time to keep the communication channel focused on you.
Window boxes and containers are a great way to accent or highlight your home’s exterior. We love container gardens of all kinds because it offers a way to bring all the beauty of a garden to otherwise difficult spaces. Shady and narrow city streets, urban courtyards, suburban patios, and roof decks can all be improved by adding well designed seasonal containers.With over 26 years of experience planting containers of all shapes and sizes, our crew knows what grows, and what doesn’t. Planting in containers or window boxes takes advantage of the seasonal nature of the weather here in Westchester, Putnam and Dutches and Fairfield County seasons highlights the different opportunities each season brings. Bright and beautiful annual flowers or lush and exotic tropical foliage can be used to create spectacular summer displays.
* Master Gardener Certified
* Certified Horticulturist
* Landscape Architect / Designer
* Auto Cad,
* Free Hand
* Botanical Illustrator
* Loves Nature and all it has to offer
EXPERIENCED IN CREATING AND MAINTAINING BEAUTIFUL GARDENS
As a small, family owned and run business, we are able to move quickly while we pay special attention to customer service. We offer the highest quality designs, true value craftsmanship, and comprehensive, detail oriented fine garden/landscape maintenance. Our installations are designed and built to last.
We excel at projects of all sizes, always with an emphasis prompt, friendly and professional follow-up. Our competitive pricing is transparent and easy to understand so our clients know what project costs are up front. We take pride in the effort we put forth in creating and maintaining a unique environment for each client.
Contact us to set up a design or maintenance consultations . We will return your phone call or email promptly.
It all begins with an idea. The spark of innovation ignites, and from there, a vision emerges. At Peter Atkins and Associates, we understand that each project has its unique narrative, a story waiting to unfold. Our expertise in design/build principles allows us to transform your inspirational thoughts into tangible realities.
All great gardens start with a great landscape design followed up with consistent, knowledgeable maintenance. And for Peter Atkins and Associates, each garden and landscape that we are asked to help maintain will be taken care of with consistent workmanship, science, organic land care and working with your budget guidelines.
Initial Consultation
During your Initial Consultation, we will walk your property, discuss your vision and needs, and decide if we are a good fit for each other. Then we will line up the next steps, whether that is collaborating on design ideas and products we could use or determining the best ways to maintain your existing landscape and gardens, within your budget.
Proposal for Design Work
If you are looking for garden and landscape design for your property, we will present you with a proposal to review and sign. Currently, you pay your Design Deposit to get into our design queue. We will advise you how long we can have the design overlays and mood boards completed for you.
Concepts & Revisions
We will come to your home and do a thorough site analysis. We walk through your property, take measurements, review your site plan, and revisit the design vision with you. Then our professional garden designers and landscape architects will draft an initial concept for your Design Plan. We will review it with you and make any changes that you request until we have a plan that matches your vision.
Installation Proposal
With the final design approved, we put together a proposal with the pricing information for your installation. Currently, you will pay your installation deposit to get on our installation schedule.
Final Design /Approval
Now that we agree on the overall Design Concept, we get to pick out all the fun details, such as the trees, shrubs, and perennials, the lighting, types of stone, outdoor kitchens, and pergolas. We will review the final plan for your approval.
Making Magic Happen
With installation work rolling, you get to see your design begin to come to life. We get your plants ordered, line up all the necessary sub-contractors, and introduce you to your construction team. We will review your property and the work that we will be doing.
Annual Maintenance
At the end of the design and installation project, we begin valuable landscape maintenance to care for your new landscape. Our maintenance clients get added benefits such as additional warranties and ongoing enhancements. Usually some of the installation team will remain with the property after care to ensure that it is completed as planned. Our teams are made up of talented plantsman, gardeners and horticulturists.
" Potential Customer often do not realize how much work a garden designer puts into achieving a final, finished garden. It’s not simply producing a garden plan. Before you get to that point, there is an awful lot of research and redrafting, but really the completion of the garden plan is just the start of the process. Following that, the designer will create mood boards to communicate how the garden will be constructed. On top of that, numerous documents are put together by the designer to give the contractor as much information as possible before going into the build. Peter Atkins remains involved in the process the entire time the client works with us. It’s a very involved role, with a remit that runs far beyond garden plan drawings!
"Our small crew of workers are treated as team members. As each new project commences, we gather collaboratively with construction plans to discuss phasing and project particulars, each team member gaining a sense of their part in the comprehensive plan and making suggestions to enhance the momentum and quality of the project. Equitable treatment and respect for our workers is a critical way in which we set ourselves apart and a method of management that cultivates opportunities for the entire Peter Atkins and Associates family".
Why is Landscape Maintenance So Important?
Rome was not built in a day and neither will your garden be. Even after building and planting, it can often take 2-3 years for your garden to reach its full potential as the plants establish themselves on your property. Properly caring for and maintaining your garden investment is an often overlooked, but critical part of the process to achieving the garden of your dreams and ensuring it looks good all year, year after year.
Maintaining vibrant, ever-changing perennials and annuals, shrubs, vines, herbs and vegetables is a blissful labor of love for avid gardeners. For others, not so much. If you have limited time, travel a lot or just do not “dig” gardening as much as you enjoy looking at the garden, you might consider having us manage and allow Peter Atkins to be your landscape property manager. This will ensure that you have a point person who will make certain that the property is managed correctly and that when you come home you are pleased with its appearances. After all, even the lowest of low-maintenance landscapes will need some upkeep.
A low-maintenance landscape may only require minimal seasonal clean-up and mulching which is typical for a mow and blow team which is not what we do. Larger landscaped areas with more elaborate with perennials, annuals, roses for example should receive care from a perennial gardeners. This individual person executes fine garden care to your beds and borders. These elaborate plants will need more frequent attention to continue to be a source of enjoyment or to provide curb appeal.
Our maintenance services can include: pruning and shaping trees and shrubs by a ISA Certified Arborist or accredited horticulturist; weed control; mulching; clean-up of garden debris; even dividing perennials and seasonal re-planting of annuals, rose care, potted pots watering and cleaning to name a few.
Reach out to Peter Atkins at (914) 234-0161 To set up a sit visit. Thank you.
Our fine gardening team will develop a landscape maintenance plan tailored to your particular property and the specific plant varieties on it. Our maintenance team is made up of highly experienced horticulturists, plant enthusiasts and expert gardeners who pay attention to every detail. Your landscape will be properly maintained throughout each season. No matter the type of maintenance, quality is never sacrificed. Whether you need a quick cleanup, new additions or seasonal care, we’re here for you. There’s nothing better than coming home to your home landscape that’s been beautifully taken care of. Everything will look vibrant, manicured and fresh. We want our clients to enjoy their outdoor living areas without the worry of having to care for them.
We offer customized maintenance contracts that guarantee continued support and expertise. Even if your landscape wasn’t installed by us, we’d be happy to establish a maintenance regimen for your property. Regular Fine Gardening Maintenance will ensure the health and longevity of your plants. We use sustainable practices that will keep your landscape environmentally
friendly and stunning for years to come.
We understand that our best work is done when we design and build the landscape projects ourselves. To guarantee the garden once installed we must also be responsible for its care. Customers also ask us to maintain an existing garden or have purchased new plants and need the labor to have it installed.
At Peter Atkins and Associates no job is too big or too small. And our experienced installation teams will ensure your landscape beds are planted correctly. We will remain with the job until it is finished and then our ongoing maintenance team will continue to care with after planting services needs.
Conversation we have listened to from customer asking for us to install no maintenance gardens?
"There is no such thing as a no-maintenance garden, and I hope that you will take my advice and run screaming from any designer or landscap nursery staff or contractor who promises you such a thing. Gardens (a) are made up of living things that need the maintenance of certain circumstances to survive and (b) are spaces designed to human specifications. If we want to maintain the integrity of a design, we must guide the garden in the direction that we want it to grow" This statement would be false even if you planted a plastic garden. It would need to be washed and dusted often to keep it clean" Peter Atkins and Associates.,LLC.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT KIND OF LANDSCAPE SERVICE FIRM
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 with a team that is specialized in landscape management.
The reason we are different is that customer who have spent thousands of dollars on the plants in their landscape want a horticultural plantsman to be responsible for their home landscape. Peter Atkin and Associates was born.
Peter Atkins took a traditional landscape and transferred it into a show landscape rich with texture, color and a variety of texture. The front of the house is formal and the rear is relaxed and in tune with gardens surrounded by conservation land. At the entry, a formal look with a large driveway entrance wall that was designed so that the driveway wall is in alignment to how the house was set on the hillside. The double white gates leads the vehicle up a windy driveway past a new orchard of Washington Hawthorns. There are farmer walls on the property that have been left and mature planting of viburnum and Witch-hazel trees that welcome spring with yellow buds. The planting around the house were tweaked but we kept the same footprint when the house was purchased. Boxwood, azalea, Japanese maple, mugo pines and new stewartia trees are set on either side of the front door.
The back of the house is dedicated to experiencing the great outdoors.
An abundance of color and interest blooms from April right through to September. Daffodils, hellebores and magnolia in spring are followed by hundreds of tulips and Spanish bluebells. The Kitchen Garden is plentiful all season – spinach and herbs are joined by beans, soft fruits and artichokes then squash, strawberry and more … an absolute feast. In later summer dahlias and gladiolus take over the garden in a riot of dazzling colors lasting right through into autumn.
The large native pollinator-friendly perennials that lead down hill using large stone tread as raisers in the sloped bed. The bed has hydrangeas planted at each step and a large grouping of variegated liriope which bloom in October when most of the gardening is fading. As you sit on the flagstone patio and look into the large perennial garden that spans 95 feet, a Sweeping herbaceous borders is filled with hot reds, oranges and gold, pinks and whites; a bumbling fountain which is surrounded from rainbows of perennial and roses to keep the garden in constant motion. A beloved family destination for morning coffee, watching the dogs, vegetable gardening and star gazing.
Tread Stairs leading to the lower lawn area
KATHERINE Z
Upper Westchester, NY
"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".
Jekka McVicar
Garden Author
“Standing in a garden feels uncomfortable, whereas sitting settles you in amongst the plants. It gives you space and creates a little hideaway which allows you to appreciate the plants so much more.”
Fine Garden Maintenance is an art and science that goes beyond typical gardening practices. It encompasses a holistic approach to the care and cultivation of a garden, ensuring that it not only looks its best but also supports biodiversity, conserves resources, and provides a tranquil space for homeowners and wildlife alike. As a landscape designer, I’ve witnessed firsthand the transformative power of fine gardening. It’s about making informed decisions, understanding the ecosystem of your garden, and taking proactive steps to create a harmonious environment.
The philosophy of Fine Garden Maintenance is rooted in the idea that a garden is a reflection of the natural world and should be treated with respect and care. This means considering the needs of each plant, the soil health, water usage, and how the garden fits into the broader ecosystem. A fine garden is a sustainable garden, one that evolves and adapts over time.
Practical Tips for Fine Garden Maintenance
The approach does more than make your garden look beautiful; it creates a sustainable ecosystem that benefits both the homeowner and the environment. Fine Garden Maintenance can increase biodiversity by attracting pollinators, improve air and soil quality, and even reduce your carbon footprint by incorporating organic practices and reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
Jonathan H. Husni
Business Advisor
"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.”
Peter Atkins and Associates Gardeners are trained in the health and care of your landscape. Peter has studied at the New York Botanical Gardens Horticultural and Landscape Design Program with intensive study of living plant designs, Plant Health Care and Ornamental Horticultural training. He holds a degree in Permaculture Design and Management and is also an accredited Northeast Organic Land Care business. We are completely organic in the processes and systems that we offer our clients.
We supply the highest quality gardening and landscape services surrounding a twenty-five miles radius around Bedford, NY. We design ecological landscapes and gardens, install, and supply ongoing care of your property. We are the team that takes care of the plants in how they are correctly pruned not sheared which is too common today, how they are nourished correctly with feeding the living soil, to planting correctly to support native plants that require less water, pollinate the living world with food and support the ecosystem on your home land.
Currently, we are accepting new gardens for regular maintenance includes, installing new plants and features including Spring clean-up, fertilizing planting annuals, bulbs, shrubs and perennials, weeding, pruning, transplanting, fall clean-up and protecting shrubs and flower beds from winter snow.
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"PETER has done wonders in transforming our garden and we are absolutely thrilled with the design. His comprehensive questions and attention to detail at our first meetings meant that Peter completely understood what was important to us and our teenagers. This was essential in providing us with some exciting designs, from which to choose. We now have fabulous areas for our children to hang out with friends, a new vegetable garden to use in daily dishes and entertaining our guest next to the outdoor fireplace with cascading waterfall. The planting design is stunning, truly eye catching and is admired by everyone who visits our garden. "
Mr AND Mrs Vincent S.- CT
After spending thousands of dollars with Veterinarian offices a light in our minds was alerted that our dog was in danger walking on our customer home lawns. For a long time, not one customer questions how we maintain our client lawns. All that was necessary. "We want a green, weed free lawn".
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 lawn applications was making dogs and cats very sick because they lick their paws and digesting the toxic chemicals from lawn applications.
In 2010, Peter Atkins attended the CT-NY NOFA School (Northeast Organic Land Care School in Hartford, CT ) and became Accredited to teach, apply and follow the core laws for organic land care for lawns, plant health care and property management. Peter teaches daily and speaks publicly when asked.
Peter took care of a very personal garden area of mine and always made it beautiful. He is very flexible with ideas and budgets and continually created just what I wanted. He is very reliable, completely knowledgeable and I feel has a great love for his work. I would recommend Peter highly.
Andrea Peattie
“I could not recommend a company more than Peter Atkins and Associates., LLC. They are professional, reliable, timely, honest and perform top quality work consistently. With Peter Atkins, you know you are getting exactly what you ask for each time. We really appreciate your professionalism and calm demeanor throughout the project. We are so excited by this update to our home, which is sure to enhance every gathering we hold with family and friends. In addition to the excellent quality of the work, we would like to thank you for the great communication and reasonable pricing. From our first meeting until the last day of the project, you and Mary Ann provided us with explicit details about the...
paul harding
Peter takes wonderful care of our landscape. We feel very fortunate to have his advice and services. He has a fantastic eye for designing harmonious planting spaces. He is a meticulous planner and delivers everything that he promises. His exceptional crew brings his visions to life and they take great care of our property. We strongly recommend Peter and his team!
Designing installing and maintaining gardens
Peter and his team have provided fine garden maintenance on my property for the past two seasons. I reached out to them because, after many attempts at hiring landscapers to maintain my planting beds, the results were always the same. Plants lost to disease, improperly pruned annuals trimmed at the wrong time of year, and the use of chainsaws on all shrubs made me realize I needed a company that was schooled in fine garden design and maintenance. Fortunately, online research led me to Peter's company. After meeting to discuss my goals and hearing his plans, I was thrilled at the possibilities. The transformation was nothing short of magical! The gardens became stunning displays of natur...
Houzz User
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.)
John Zimmerman
Peter took care of a very personal garden area of mine and always made it beautiful. He is very flexible with ideas and budgets and continually created just what I wanted. He is very reliable, completely knowledgeable and I feel has a great love for his work. I would recommend Peter highly.
Andrea Peattie
“I could not recommend a company more than Peter Atkins and Associates., LLC. They are professional, reliable, timely, honest and perform top quality work consistently. With Peter Atkins, you know you are getting exactly what you ask for each time. We really appreciate your professionalism and calm demeanor throughout the project. We are so excited by this update to our home, which is sure to enhance every gathering we hold with family and friends. In addition to the excellent quality of the work, we would like to thank you for the great communication and reasonable pricing. From our first meeting until the last day of the project, you and Mary Ann provided us with explicit details about the...
paul harding
Peter takes wonderful care of our landscape. We feel very fortunate to have his advice and services. He has a fantastic eye for designing harmonious planting spaces. He is a meticulous planner and delivers everything that he promises. His exceptional crew brings his visions to life and they take great care of our property. We strongly recommend Peter and his team!
Designing installing and maintaining gardens
Peter and his team have provided fine garden maintenance on my property for the past two seasons. I reached out to them because, after many attempts at hiring landscapers to maintain my planting beds, the results were always the same. Plants lost to disease, improperly pruned annuals trimmed at the wrong time of year, and the use of chainsaws on all shrubs made me realize I needed a company that was schooled in fine garden design and maintenance. Fortunately, online research led me to Peter's company. After meeting to discuss my goals and hearing his plans, I was thrilled at the possibilities. The transformation was nothing short of magical! The gardens became stunning displays of natur...
Houzz User
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.)
John Zimmerman
Peter took care of a very personal garden area of mine and always made it beautiful. He is very flexible with ideas and budgets and continually created just what I wanted. He is very reliable, completely knowledgeable and I feel has a great love for his work. I would recommend Peter highly.
Andrea Peattie
"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. 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".
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, Build and Fine Garden Maintenance projects.
Peter Atkins
Discussion with Peter at a Garden Talk
"Grow your family’s favorites, of course, but try something new and something fun – purple carrots, orange tomatoes! Also pick things that are ready for harvest at different times, to keep interest high and plates full; such as radishes for spring, beans in early summer, zucchini and tomatoes later on and pumpkin for season’s end"
"Love this company, they are completely organic landscape company and have mastered edible gardens. Contact Peter Atkins if you want your own vegetable garden space. He will set you up to grows a bounty of fresh food each year. His team will work with you and do as much or a little as you want help".
Peter Atkins and Associates is accredited by the Northeast Organic Farming Association (NOFA) for our commitment to organic sustainable gardening since 2010.
More general:
1.INITIAL CONSULTATION
Our process starts with an initial consultation. We meet you on site to walk the property, learn your needs and desires for the outdoor spaces, understand your aesthetic and functional preferences, and discuss ideas.
2.BUDGET & PROPOSAL
From there, we determine whether to provide a budget for maintenance work, an estimate for a simple construction and/or planting project, or a design proposal.
Bruce & Carol,
A view of the Mountain
"Before hiring Peter and Mary Ann I carefully perused the pictures on their website and read the reviews- which were all glowing. After having collaborated with them, I can honestly say that all of the reviews were true. They are honest, hardworking, and both have a tremendous vision that makes every project unique and beautifully crafted to suit the space at hand. I can't thank Peter and his entire team enough for the work they completed or the extra favors we asked that were always completed when they had extra time to do a small project. My wife and I look forward to larger projects with this dynamite team at Peter Atkins and Associates"
Michael & Joann
Bedford, NY
"People want to know when it’s going to be done and for how much. Price and schedule are what I know is the construction business. Peter Atkins is very very creative. He respects tight budgets, designs in the stated parameters, and comes up with creative options.”
To make your garden sustainable adopt some of the recommended gardening practices shared on our website and contact Peter Atkins for your individual garden invitation.
"Sustainable garden is one that gives back rather than takes from its surroundings. Planted with nectar rich native plants and other eco friendly garden ideas means it will be more self-sustaining, requiring little energy or water to make it grow healthily – and certainly no chemicals. Instead, it should rely on local and natural ways to flourish – from self-grown mulches to home-made composts. An eco-friendly garden should benefit local wildlife, too, providing food and shelter for everything from small animals to essential pollinators.
Sustainable planting includes using native plants and right plant, right place so that they need less maintenance because they are happy where they are positioned.
Organic gardening is all about working hand in hand with nature"'. Blog by Peter Atkins
A Family Who Loves Nature
Redding, CT
“We highly recommend Peter Atkins and Associates . Peter is an artist with an amazing eye for how to transform a yard in need of some TLC into a captivating, yet natural looking landscape. Using interesting rocks of various shapes and sizes from the property, and native plants and shrubs, Peter and his team combined their incredible knowledge and talent, with a little bit of magic, to create beds, stone terraces and walkways that perfectly suited each location. There entire team are hard-working and diligent. They are also easy going and fun to have around. We have enjoyed every aspect of working with everyone involved. Many thanks!”
Redding, CT
Transfering a Typical Landscape To Native
"Peter Atkins started letting a portion of his clients lawn go back to nature. Peter planting bushy bluestem, green-headed coneflowers and other native flowering plants. “Asters, goldenrods, boneset and other wildflowers started coming up on their own,” In fall, the plants are covered with pollinators, including monarch butterflies. This property also has become a favorite place for the clients to watch birds, including chipping sparrows and blue grosbeaks. This allows the homeowners to cut back on pesticides, fertilizers, mowing and watering" . (Job Photo Below)
John and Jill, Home Gardeners
"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!"
Christina + Spencer
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
Tucker Z.
Upper Westchester County
"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".
NEW HOMEOWNERS FROM CALIFORNIA
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"
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
Northern Westchester County
Mt Top Estate
"Peter Atkins and Associates 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 landscape work look no further than Peter Atkins.
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 our efforts in the vegetable garden and helped de-mystify the best methods of wintering my grandmother prized roses. His knowledge was incredibly helpful, and his genuine encouragement was motivating.”
Let's talk about your dream yard
Peter Atkins will 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?
PLEASE SEND ME US AN EMAIL - PeterAtkinsandAssociates@gmail.com
Peter Atkins cell is (914) 234-0161
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
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
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
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
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
“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
"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
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
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
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
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