Welcome to Living Gardens Landscape & Irrigation! With 15 years of experience, we have been transforming Southwest Florida, one home or business at a time. As a family-owned, Christian-based company, we proudly honor our elders and veterans with a special 20% discount on our services. Our comprehensive services include: Landscape design and installation Irrigation system design, installation, and maintenance Lawn care and maintenance Tree and shrub care Mulching and fertilization Landscape lighting Hardscaping (patios, walkways, retaining walls) Sod installation and hydroseeding Seasonal cleanups Drainage solutions Choose Living Gardens Landscape & Irrigation for all your landscaping and irrigation needs. Contact us today for a consultation and let us help you create the outdoor space of your dreams! A $50 dollar fee is required for an on-site visit and assement ensuring thorough evaluation of the porject .
"5/5 very courteous, got the job quickly"
Sharon S on April 2025
Welcome to Living Gardens Landscape & Irrigation! With 15 years of experience, we have been transforming Southwest Florida, one home or business at a time. As a family-owned, Christian-based company, we proudly honor our elders and veterans with a special 20% discount on our services. Our comprehensive services include: Landscape design and installation Irrigation system design, installation, and maintenance Lawn care and maintenance Tree and shrub care Mulching and fertilization Landscape lighting Hardscaping (patios, walkways, retaining walls) Sod installation and hydroseeding Seasonal cleanups Drainage solutions Choose Living Gardens Landscape & Irrigation for all your landscaping and irrigation needs. Contact us today for a consultation and let us help you create the outdoor space of your dreams! A $50 dollar fee is required for an on-site visit and assement ensuring thorough evaluation of the porject .
"5/5 very courteous, got the job quickly"
Sharon S on April 2025
It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're not only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.
"Very prompt service. They removed a mound of yard and tree debris the same day I called. a fast friendly, affordable, service."
Jim M on October 2023
It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're not only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.
"Very prompt service. They removed a mound of yard and tree debris the same day I called. a fast friendly, affordable, service."
Jim M on October 2023
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality cleaning work. We are experts in cleaning services and will do our best to keep your spaces clean and nice as perfect as possible. We look forward to earning your business! We do not work per hour and only take payments in cash, check and cards. *WE DO NOT OFFER SERVICE OF ARTIFICIAL GRASS*
"Ricardo came to our house to give a quote the same day he called. He gave us a great quote and came back within a week to do the work. There was some miscommunication, as there often is when your getting work done on your home, but it was handled promptly and professionally. I wanted something very simple and not only did he deliver but went above and beyond. I would highly recommend this company and would hire him again in the future. Ricardo and RCH is the way to go!"
Amy Y on June 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality cleaning work. We are experts in cleaning services and will do our best to keep your spaces clean and nice as perfect as possible. We look forward to earning your business! We do not work per hour and only take payments in cash, check and cards. *WE DO NOT OFFER SERVICE OF ARTIFICIAL GRASS*
"Ricardo came to our house to give a quote the same day he called. He gave us a great quote and came back within a week to do the work. There was some miscommunication, as there often is when your getting work done on your home, but it was handled promptly and professionally. I wanted something very simple and not only did he deliver but went above and beyond. I would highly recommend this company and would hire him again in the future. Ricardo and RCH is the way to go!"
Amy Y on June 2025
I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner unsatisfied with my level of service. Also, I love creating relaxing, balanced, and low-maintenance designs, that make my customers happy. I'd by honored to talk with you today about the needs that you have for your property!
"Easy to work with and listen to your concerns They did the front and rear property including removal of old landscaping Finished look was colorful with mulch and design"
Nancy T on August 2023
I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner unsatisfied with my level of service. Also, I love creating relaxing, balanced, and low-maintenance designs, that make my customers happy. I'd by honored to talk with you today about the needs that you have for your property!
"Easy to work with and listen to your concerns They did the front and rear property including removal of old landscaping Finished look was colorful with mulch and design"
Nancy T on August 2023
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Good people with a good work ethic"
Katie M on April 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Good people with a good work ethic"
Katie M on April 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Courteous and accommodating; Excellent work: large clusias planted are doing very well"
Louis J on May 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Courteous and accommodating; Excellent work: large clusias planted are doing very well"
Louis J on May 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"Excellent work Weekly lawn cutting and maintenance for several years"
Vera P on February 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"Excellent work Weekly lawn cutting and maintenance for several years"
Vera P on February 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Thank you Ricky and Israel for a job well done. I had my sprinkler system updated and recalibrated by Southern Oak and I have to say they were A+. Their installation team were very professional and prompt in getting the project completed. They arrived when scheduled and informed me every step of the way. Great job thank you. Jim Hilton"
Jim H on November 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Thank you Ricky and Israel for a job well done. I had my sprinkler system updated and recalibrated by Southern Oak and I have to say they were A+. Their installation team were very professional and prompt in getting the project completed. They arrived when scheduled and informed me every step of the way. Great job thank you. Jim Hilton"
Jim H on November 2024
We have over 30 years of professional landscape experience. Custom Outdoor Creations offers professional landscape design services in Naples, Bonita, Estero, Ft. Myers and surrounding areas. Do not hesitate to contact us right away! Sod Installation, Landscape Design, Irrigation, Landscape Lighting, Putting greens, Pavers and Stone Landscaping Contractor, Landscape Designer, Irrigation Specialist, Plant experts, Outdoor lighting professionals Professional, courteous staff, Knowledgeable http://www.customoutdoorcreationsswfl.com/
"They did a great job. Quick price response and scheduling. Project was done fast. No issues. Cleaned up and left no trace that they were there."
Jon J on December 2023
We have over 30 years of professional landscape experience. Custom Outdoor Creations offers professional landscape design services in Naples, Bonita, Estero, Ft. Myers and surrounding areas. Do not hesitate to contact us right away! Sod Installation, Landscape Design, Irrigation, Landscape Lighting, Putting greens, Pavers and Stone Landscaping Contractor, Landscape Designer, Irrigation Specialist, Plant experts, Outdoor lighting professionals Professional, courteous staff, Knowledgeable http://www.customoutdoorcreationsswfl.com/
"They did a great job. Quick price response and scheduling. Project was done fast. No issues. Cleaned up and left no trace that they were there."
Jon J on December 2023
The optimal planting season for hedges depends on your climate zone, but early spring and fall offer ideal conditions. Spring planting allows roots to establish before summer heat arrives, while fall planting gives plants time to develop root systems before winter dormancy.
In milder climates, winter planting can work well, but avoid periods of extreme temperature or drought regardless of season to give your new hedge the best chance of successful establishment.
Proper spacing depends on the hedge variety and your desired outcome. Most hedge plants perform best when spaced between one and three feet apart. Fast-growing species need more room between plants to accommodate their eventual spread and allow for proper air circulation.
For immediate privacy, you might place plants closer together, but this approach can create competition for nutrients and may affect long-term health. Always check the specific spacing recommendations for your chosen hedge variety.
The time required for a hedge to form an effective privacy screen varies by plant type and initial size. Most hedges take between two and five years to develop full density when started with smaller plants. Fast-growing varieties like privet may establish more quickly, while slower-growing species like boxwood require additional patience.
Starting with larger plants reduces waiting time but increases initial costs. Regular watering, appropriate fertilization, and proper pruning techniques can help accelerate growth and density development.
For rapid privacy screening, consider fast-growing hedge options like privet, which can grow up to three feet annually in ideal conditions. Arborvitae varieties add approximately two feet of height per year and provide excellent year-round screening. Other quick-growing options include certain varieties of cypress and juniper.
While these fast-growing species provide quicker results, they require more frequent maintenance and may have shorter overall lifespans than slower-growing alternatives.
Most residential hedge planting projects don't require permits, but regulations vary by location. Some municipalities enforce height restrictions for hedges, particularly those along property lines or near roadways. If your planned hedge will exceed these height limitations, permits may be necessary.
Additionally, homeowners' association rules might govern hedge placement, species selection, and maintenance standards. Checking local regulations and HOA requirements before planting helps avoid potential complications and expenses.