• Peter Atkins is an accredited Landscape Designer in New York and Connecticut. Peter is also accredited as a North East Organic Land Care Professional (AOLCP). 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. 
• What began as a mission to make landscapes more sustainable has grown into a collaborative team environment that includes innovative designers, seasoned craftsmen who are specialist working with stone, water, timber, steel and plants. We are also known for our meticulous gardening services, certified organic land are and plant health care services at top value. 
• Our project approach is unique because we understand landscapes from multiple perspectives: as a designer, builder and maintainer of these spaces. We are a full service landscaping company  that creates living spaces by creating edible, sustainable and ecological properties. Some clients utilize just one aspect of our services, while others rely on us for all their landscape needs.
• I am often asked what kind of gardens I like to create: cottage, formal, Japanese-style, native, shade, vegetable, wildlife, or woodland. The answer – whatever will make my clients feel more at home.
• My projects cover the gamut, from designing intimate entrance areas and steep hillside  gardens, to developing comprehensive landscape plans for multi-acre properties.

 I welcome the opportunity to create a garden sanctuary for you.

Our maintenance department of plant enthusiasts, master gardeners, and horticulturists will ensure your landscape looks beautifully maintained in all seasons. From one-time cleanups to large mulching projects, seasonal bulbs to colorful annual additions, water gardens to woodland restorations, we help you enjoy your yard to the fullest.  Peter Atkins and Associates customized seasonal contracts provide personalized support, knowledge, and expertise for the health of your plants and the longevity of your garden.

Our fine gardening program is bourn of clients' request for more personalized and comprehensive management of their gardens.  The program employs a specialized approach to maintaining the beauty of your outdoor environment at present and as the garden matures.  Our program includes mapping and cataloguing all landscape elements and developing a systematic program that will help the garden mature in accordance with the design intent.  Your personalized program will be serviced by the same full time staff which includes a degreed horticulturist and/or a seasoned professional.   

Our fine garden and maintenance contracts are created with a two and three man gardener team which means that each client always has the same appointed gardener at each visit at your home.  I have heard it often enough, one never knows when the guest  will stop by for a visit. When we leave your property is ready for the evening social.

Periodic Maintenance- Horticultural Services

Many of our clients have long standing relationships with their "yard guy" but need periodic specialized guidance.  We are happy to step in with a weekly, bi-monthly and monthly visit.

When you work with Peter Atkins,  I will become your garden advocate. I will be your single contact person who will be your local landscape partner. Having worked in the green industry for over 30 years and seen the growth patterns, problems gardens face and how materials weather, we have the experience to select and advise the best for your landscape, gardens, and your property.  

• I am a hands-on owner that work closely with our teams daily. This keeps the communications channel with our company simple with direct communication which is consistent and informative. At the conclusion of all work an email is sent to you sharing what was completed that day and what is planned for the next visits. This is also a time to make recommendation, and this keep the communication channel focused on you.

OUR HORTICULTURAL MAINTENANCE SERVICES INCLUDE:

•   Lawn Mowing and Meadow Cutting
• Weeding & bed cleanup
• Pruning of trees, shrubs & perennials
• Mulch and Compost applications
• Fall & spring organic fertilization programs
• Systemic deer protection
• Winter proofing – burlap windscreens installed
• Seasonal plantings- bulbs, summer and fall annuals
• Invasive species removal, prairie & woodland
• Water garden maintenance (incl. startup & shutdown)
• Seasonal Epic containers
• Vegetable gardens, herb and orchards (signature service)

OTHER SERVICES:

• Landscape Architecture/Designer
• In house Masonry
• Fence Installations, Gates and Driveway Entrances
• Driveway Paving, Aprons and Curbing
• Specimen Tree Installation
• Tree Service, Take Down and Plant Health Care Services
• Complete irrigation
• Complete Outdoor Lighting 

Selective pruning is the technique we use to maintain the plant's natural form and habit. We typically prune ornamental trees up to 25' in height as well as shrubs.

Pruning of Trees & Shrubs

We use horticulturally-correct pruning techniques in order to maintain the plant’s health and habit. Through selective pruning, we enhance the natural form of ornamental trees and shrubs up to 25’ in height by the use of hand-pruning tools.

Renovational Pruning

Shrubs that are overgrown can often be restored to their proper size and scale in the garden through restorative pruning, as opposed to removing them from their location. Even shrubs that have been frequently sheared to within an inch of their life, can often be brought back to their natural, healthy form.

Topiaries

The art or practice of clipping shrubs into ornamental shapes. This specialized treatment is accomplished by using hand pruners, shears and Japanese scissors. One of the few instances where we use shears.

Espalier

The process of training the branches of a tree or shrub to grow flat against a wall or supported on a lattice. Ideal for those with limited space. Creates an artful/sculptural subject especially in Winter.

• The practice of plant health care (PHC) involves looking at trees and shrubs as a whole by focusing on developing a healthy landscape. By caring for plants and trees each season, you’ll be able to reap the benefits of a beautiful-looking landscape. The goal of plant health care is to proactively keep your trees and shrubs healthy, so they don’t become victim to some serious problems, such as disease infection and insect infestation.
• It’s worth investing in plant health care to increase the longevity of your beautifully-kept landscape. Trees and shrubs can make a big difference when it comes to the aesthetics of your home, and they can also increase the value of your property.
• When looking to start a plant health care program, consult with certified arborists. Plants are like any other living thing. They can become injured when not treated with proper care. This damage can lead to some serious issues down the road. Our team can spot these potential risks and keep your plants healthy and looking good.