Recommendations for planters/plants

Started by agnyc

almost 16 years ago

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I recently moved into a new apartment with a large terrace. I've been looking for someone to design the landscaping and help procure and install the planters and plants (preferrably someone with knowledge of wind/weight considerations on a NYC terrace). So far I have a quote from Chelsea Garden Center which I found very expensive. Any other places I should try? I should add that I don't have a green thumb in the least bit, so I like the idea of a one-stop shop that can do the whole project and suggest relatively low maintenance plants.

Response by wellheythere

almost 16 years ago

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I'm not sure if they're cheap, but I've been impressed by http://theorganicgardenernyc.com/home.html

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Response by LoftyDreams

almost 16 years ago

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I adore Roger Miller (Roger Miller Gardens) - but he's expensive. He does spectacular terraces and rooftops, but he will go for the top quality of EVERYTHING.

For the roof of 771 West End, we hired landscape designer Adrian Smith - I loved his simple, easy to maintain ideas. And he was flexible and understanding dealing with costs and also with board issues, etc.

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Response by newmove1

almost 16 years ago

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What about just buying planters w/o a landscape architect? Anyone have any ideas about where to buy them or have them made?

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Response by LoftyDreams

almost 16 years ago

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Actually I just asked Adrian that - am buying a terrace and want to reproduce when we did on the WEA roof. Custom planters are SO expensive! He suggested looking in the ever-shrinking plant district. Haven't been yet. Actually IKEA has some not-bad-looking planters, don't know how sturdy they are.

With a terrace, the issue is weight. You have to get fiberglass planters and ultra-light soil. But no umbrellas or lightweight furniture because they could blow away.

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Response by newmove1

almost 16 years ago

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Could you please share Adrian's contact info- email etc. Thanks

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Response by LoftyDreams

almost 16 years ago

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Try asmith@adriansmithlandscape.com or adriansmith@nyc.rr.com>; He was on his own and I think he's joined a larget firm. If you get in touch, tell him Laurie Pollock of 771 West End recommended you.

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Response by icandothatforyou

almost 16 years ago

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I specialize in REASONABLE priced projects such as yours...and take into account my clients' degree of involvement in the ongoing care... You can contact me by visiting my website www.icandothatforyou.com.
I LOVE to turn an outdoor space into lush oasis...
Diane

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