Why Professional Plant Selection Matters
Choosing the right plants is more than just picking what’s visually appealing. It’s about understanding soil types, sun exposure, water requirements, and local climate conditions. Our experienced horticulturists and landscape designers consider these factors to select plants that will flourish in your specific environment.
Benefits of Professional Plant Selection
Our Plant Selection Process
Our comprehensive process ensures that every plant we install contributes to a cohesive and thriving landscape.
Featured Plant Categories
We offer a diverse range of plants to suit various landscape styles and functions
Native Plants
These plants have adapted to local conditions over centuries and require minimal maintenance. They support local wildlife and pollinators, creating a more biodiverse ecosystem. Native plants also have a timeless beauty that blends naturally into California landscapes.
Drought-Tolerant Species
Perfect for California’s dry climate, these species provide beauty without demanding water. Plants like lavender, salvia, and agave thrive in dry soil and still offer stunning foliage and blooms. Their resilience makes them ideal for sustainable gardens.
Ornamental Grasses
These low-maintenance plants add motion, texture, and architectural interest. Grasses like blue fescue or feather reed grass can soften hard edges and complement flowering plants. They work well in modern, rustic, or naturalistic designs.
Flowering Perennials
These provide lasting color and attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Perennials return year after year, creating a reliable display of blooms. Choices like echinacea or coreopsis can be mixed for a vibrant garden experience.
Evergreen Shrubs
These foundational plants offer year-round structure and screening. Shrubs like boxwood, viburnum, or pittosporum maintain their leaves in winter and are easily shaped for formal or informal designs. They add depth and continuity to the landscape.
Plant Installation Services
Beyond selection, our team ensures each plant is installed correctly to promote healthy growth.
Soil Preparation
We enrich soil with compost and nutrients to boost plant health and root development.
Proper Planting Techniques
We follow spacing, depth, and light requirements to ensure lasting success.
Mulching
Helps retain moisture, regulate temperature, and reduce weeds. Gives a clean, finished look.
Staking and Support
We provide discreet supports for young or tall plants to protect against damage.
Initial Watering and Fertilization
We water thoroughly and may apply a gentle fertilizer to support early growth.
Soil Preparation
We enrich soil with compost and nutrients to boost plant health and root development.
Proper Planting Techniques
We follow spacing, depth, and light requirements to ensure lasting success.
Mulching
Helps retain moisture, regulate temperature, and reduce weeds. Gives a clean, finished look.
Staking and Support
We provide discreet supports for young or tall plants to protect against damage.
Initial Watering and Fertilization
We water thoroughly and may apply a gentle fertilizer to support early growth.
Integrating with Other Services
Our plant selection and installation services are part of a larger landscape strategy
Enjoy a lush and well-maintained garden without the hassle. Our garden maintenance services cover everything from pruning, weeding, and fertilizing to seasonal planting, ensuring your garden thrives year-round.
Ensure your landscape’s health with efficient irrigation systems. Our installations and maintenance services keep your plants and lawns hydrated while conserving water and lowering your utility bills.
Our sustainable landscaping services harmoniously blend natural beauty with eco-conscious practices.
Project Gallery: Our Work in Focus
Explore a curated gallery of some of Ward’s most iconic estate transformations.
Every image tells a story of design brilliance and timeless craftsmanship.
Taj Palace
Bimmerle
Vista Verde
Fern Hill
Horseshoe
Cowell
Stillwater
Tuscaloosa
Testimonials
Hear what our distinguished clients have to say about their experience with Petrus Landscaping
Excellent services provided by Ward and his team! They are skilled in their craft and dedicated to providing immaculate service!
Amazing service, really enjoyed working with the Petrus team to help us set up and keep the landscape in our properties looking stunning!
Petrus Landscaping transformed our steep hillside yard with beautiful features like a stone staircase, pond, tiered garden beds, and drought-tolerant planting with an automated drip system. The team was professional, thoughtful, and delivered results beyond what we imagined.
I have been working with Ward, Gabe and their team of gardeners at my clients estate for the past 5 years. I have found them to be reliable, professional, and extremely knowledgeable of landscapes. They certainly know their plants, and have been instrumental in bringing a fine level of detail to the estate I manage. Their team of gardeners are respectful, attentive, and go above and beyond to create the well manicured gardens that the estate requires.
Ward and his team completed two complex projects for our Silicon Valley client at their Sunnyvale campus. One involved redesigning a large atrium’s hardscape, requiring careful weekend transport of heavy materials through a newly renovated cafeteria—executed flawlessly without disrupting operations. They also revamped the main entrance planters, replacing an unsatisfactory installation with a more elegant and formal design. Their work is always thoughtful, precise, and completed with minimal disruption. We trust Petrus Landscaping for all large-scale projects, knowing they deliver exceptional results every time.
Schedule Your Consultation
Ready to enhance your landscape with expertly selected and installed plants? Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward a more beautiful and sustainable garden.