"Peter Atkins and his talented design team completely changed our outdoor living space transforming it from a nearly useless back yard, to a place I can't even describe other than amazing!! Peter Atkins had a vision and it started with an edible garden, to a perennial garden, stone walls, lawn steps and a new entire driveway entrance complete with an ornamental orchard. Peter Atkins and Associates responded quickly and came out to quote right away. From start to finish, 100% awesome".
Budget: $200,000 +
POLLINATOR PATHWAY GARDEN
POLLINATOR PATHWAY GARDEN
Jason
5 Bed System with Vegetable and Herbs Section
"We are so happy with our garden! It is growing so well, we suspect you slipped some super powers into the soil. Seriously, we have tomatoes and cucumbers growing up and over. Yes you have mastered the soil chemistry. We could not be happier, and will probably be having you back to build another bed or two..".
The Pollinator Project
WHAT IS A POLLINATOR PATHWAY?
This Pollinator Pathway project is organized by volunteers from town conservation organizations (listed on each town's page) working together to establish pollinator-friendly habitat and food sources for bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinating insects and wildlife along a series of continuous corridors. Most native bees have a range of about 750 meters, so the goal is to connect properties that are no farther apart than that.
Margret P. Bedford
"We cannot thank you enough for the incredible work and friendliness throughout this whole process. It was such an easy, enjoyable experience and I am forever grateful for my gorgeous new living space! The Pollinator beds are perfect size, organic in nature, the plants are growing and the entire system is rewarding. We will be singing your praises to any and everyone who mentions yards, plants or gardening."
Lets build gardens Not Lawns
I think it’s fair to say that pollinator garden design is at the heart of most garden planning these days. Or at least I’m hopeful that it is. I see a greater percentage of homes where the garden is becoming more of the focal point than a traditional lawn. And whether it’s more traditionally planted or bursting with blooms, I can see the intention of planting to attract bees, birds, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
One of the best things about gardening is bringing beneficial wildlife to your yard, especially pollinators. Bees and butterflies may first come to mind, but many other insects such as moths, wasps, and beetles also help plants make fruits and seeds by transferring pollen from flower to flower. Most of these creatures don't sting, so you don't need to worry about that when welcoming nature into your garden (if you are allergic to stings, then of course you do need to be more careful). However, not just any plant will attract pollinators to your yard; you need to include species with plenty of nectar-rich flowers. The more of these plants you have in your garden, the more you'll be able to enjoy butterflies and other fascinating insects.
PLANTS INSTEAD OF LAWNS
ORGANIC LAWN AND POLLINATOR GARDENS ON THE EDGES
POLLINATOR PERENNIAL GARDEN ON THE FRINGE OF THE ORGANIC LAWN
WHY POLLINATOR GARDEN ARE CRITICAL TO LIFE SUPPORT?
"Without pollinators, we cannot feed ourselves. Pollinators fertilize the plants in our yards and parks but also on our farms and orchards. Imported European honeybees are the ones we think of most often, but there are over 349 species of bees native to Connecticut and 416 species native to New York, and they play a vital role in pollinating the plants we rely on in our communities. Pollinator populations are in sharp decline because of pesticide use and loss of habitat. Bee populations, both native and honeybees, have seen sharp declines. Monarch butterflies have declined by 94.6% in the last 20 years, according to the US Wildlife Federation. A recent German study shows a 75% decline in all flying insects in the last 25 years. The threat to pollinators is a threat to us!
A LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT VIEW ON POLLINATOR GARDENS
As a landscape architect, a good planting palette should always aim for full season color and blooms. While this should provide lots of pollen and nectar resources for your local pollinators, ideal pollinator habitat should provide significant native floral diversity, optimized for your site’s conditions. In general, the more biologically diverse a site is, the more species of pollinators it can support.
Native Pollinator Gardens - This could be your private paradise.
Roses on Vegetable Fence keep the honeybee population thriving
JOHN
Old Greenwich, CT
"As newbies to gardening, it’s been so wonderful to have light-hearted but extremely knowledgeable guides to give us (and our kids) a chance to enjoy the experience of growing our own food. We’ve gotten all the benefits of our own garden but you took away the stress, doubt, and sweat of getting started! Thank you Peter, Selvin and Jose "
All of These Insect are significant in pollinating vegetable, flowers and feeding the food chain
WHY NATIVE PLANTS
Native plants are a vital component of the ecosystems of the northeast. These ecosystems include plants, animals, insects, fungi, and microbes. When one component of an ecosystem is in decline, the entire ecosystem is threatened.
Our native plants provide shelter, food, and breeding sites for our native mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and insects. Once abundant throughout the northeast, many native species are now increasingly hard to find in the wild.
The best approach is to attempt to establish a diversity of plants which will attract a diversity of wildlife.
Perennials Garden
Annual Gardens
Shrub Garden
Woodland Garden
Rock Garden
Woodland Retreat
Maintaining a pollinator Garden.
Regardless of how much effort goes into planning your pollinator habitat, everything can all fall apart during maintenance. Best to Call Peter Atkins to arrange for a landscape talk at the house to learn how and why maintenance can be rewarding to your natural ecosystems.
Annual Pollinator Garden
New Canaan, CT Pollinator Pathway Gardens
Azalea Garden
Perennial Borders along Grass Path
Perennials, Blue Spruce and White River Birch
Purple Coral Bells and Hakenclawa Sedges
Pollinator Perennial Garden in Kent, Ct
Blue Stem Fescue Meadow Entrance in Greenwich
Meadow Field in New Canaan
Meadow in Blue Hills, Maine
Meadow in New Canaan, CT
Meadow in Salt Point, NY
Meadow in Greenwich, CT
THE EPIC POTTED CREATIONS
FOR WALKWAYS, PATIOS, POOLS, FRONT DOOR AND ANY WERE NEEDING INSTANT VIBRANT COLOR AND SOPHISTICATION.
"We work with your colors, style and timing"
DYNAMITE DISPLAYS OF VIBRANT COLORS, SHAPES AND TEXTURE MAKE UP PLANTER DISPLAYS
Holiday Planters in Greenwich
Elephant Ears Planters
Sometimes the Pots must match
Terrace Patio with Pots in Rye
Summer Pots for a Barbecue Outing
Has anyone scene the Easter Bunny?
Pink Petunias, Raspberry Lantana, White Geraniums and Gray Liquorish Vines
Hydrangea Tree with Lemon Lantana
Spring Pots completed for Celebration of Easter
Client
Greenwich, CT
"We have used Peter Atkins and Associates Landscaping several times on our property...Every time the experience has been outstanding! Every step is pleasant and easy. The design team takes the time to listen to exactly what we want and provides an excellent plan. When the work gets started, the workers are completely professional, skilled, tidy and efficient. The end result is always beyond our expectations. We will continue to use Peter Atkins and tell anyone who will listen to use them for their landscaping needs".
Fine Garden Maintenance Customer 10 years now
October - Thanksgiving Planters to greet family and Guest
Fourth of July Pots
Holiday pots that use birch logs for height
Stunniing Coliage of Coleus Annuals
Heucera, Creeping Jenny, Liriope and Pots
This planter was white
Red Twig Dogwood and Cones.
Ingredients found in their garden.
Window Boxes allow vertical color to a large house with big windows
White Mums, Ivy and Fall Berries
THE FASCINATION OF SEDUMS
(Rock Gardens, Stone Wall Cervi's, Planters and Ground Cover)
JOHN
Pound Ridge, NY
I've worked with the Peter Atkins and Associates teams for 8 yrs. Their attention to detail quality is matched to no other. They spare no expense to make sure their customer is absolutely satisfied. The team did the job as estimated, worked hard to execute the job. Peter was on the job site daily and the entire crew is is top notch!!!
FALL OUTDOOR PLANTERS DECORATE FOR THE COLDER SEASON
C..S. E. T
North Stamford, CT
" Mary Ann is very knowledgeable, creative and has an excellent eye when it comes to seeing the whole picture. We were so very happy with what she created for us in home for Christmas and we have already started to talk about the gardens"
PLEASE VISIT OUR HOLIDAY DECORATING WEBSITE.
Tara
NEW CANAAN, CT
"Responsive, Efficient and Loyal Great company. We have Peter Atkins and his Supervisors Selvin and Jose do our Christmas lights every year now. Very professional, fast and helpful". T.K
Budget $2,750
AWARDS
Greg and Megan
Armonk, NY
"Very friendly and helpful to work with. I had a vision of what I was looking for and Peter Atkins came up with a plan to make that happen. The follow up to check on the work was great too. They stand behind their work. I like that and would recommend the company to others". Gregg
Budget Range $50,000- 150,000
Mary Ann Henry and Peter Atkins Client Coordinators
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