“He who works with his hands is a laborer.
He who works with his hands and his mind is an artisan.
He who works with his hands, his mind and his heart is an artist.”
- Saint Francis of Assisi
Pacific Garden Artistry was established to help you live the California Dream. Imagine the possibilities! We can build a landscape to reflect your tastes, creating spaces where you can experience the best of outdoor living. We also know it can be daunting to trust your vision and your dream to a contractor, not to mention the thought of having your yard dug up! Our mission is to show you how fun and exciting the process can be when you are doing business with the right company. You can count on us as a trust-worthy partner in your journey to improve your home…that’s our promise.
Creating a backyard paradise is now more important than ever. We know the positive effect that being surrounded by Nature and plant life has… it’s good for our mental and physical health! Pacific Garden Artistry offers plants and irrigation systems that use water resources wisely and efficiently.
ECOLOGICAL LANDSCAPING
Promoting sustainable practices, such as using native plants, organic pest control, stormwater management, and providing habitat for beneficial creatures such as hummingbirds, butterflies and bees. Our goal is to help educate clients on how easy land stewardship can be, and how enticing the result!
With more than 40 years of combined experience in landscape construction and installation, our team reliably delivers you the professional results you’ve been looking for! We use drought-tolerant and pollinator-friendly plants whenever possible! Check out this great article on the importance of choosing proper plants to help our pollinator friends.
“I just want to tell you how much I am loving my new back yard. I saw another hummingbird out in the salvia this afternoon. Even before the Bougainvillea has grown, the trellises have added so much interest to the back of the house and broken up that boring expanse of wall. Thank you!”
- Anne R. / San Rafael, CA
WE ARE COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE!
Pacific Garden Artistry uses the best materials available and brings them together with craftsmanship. Creativity and attentive customer service are a part of each project we take on. We listen carefully to your needs to help you achieve a spectacular property that you can enjoy with peace of mind. We use all organic products for the safety of pets and people, especially children. We offer a unique blend of expertise and creativity that sets us apart.
We are Marin County's first landscape company to use all battery powered yard tools. Our mowers, blowers, weed-whackers and hedge trimmers all run on state-of-the-art lithium ion batteries, to eliminate the negative impact of gas-powered machines. Our tools create less noise, and function without the use of oil or gasoline. No spills, leaks fumes and racket means a cleaner environment for Marin. Plus, your neighbors will love you for it!
WE ACTIVELY LISTEN TO OUR CLIENTS!
Experts agree that a beautiful landscape increases the value of your home by up to 15%. We can help you achieve this! At PGA, attentive plant care and exceptional craftsmanship are the foundation of our success. In addition to offering an excellent finished product, we are also friendly and easy to work with. In a primary consultation, Richard Sandifer (owner & master gardener) will meet with you to determine your goals and desired outcomes. Some customers know just what they want...excellent! We can carry out your ideas and bring them to fruition. Others know only that they want improvement, but don't know where to start...no problem at all! We offer design suggestions and provide solutions, delivering a sanctuary that you are thrilled to come home to!
WE STAND WITH THE BEST IN THE INDUSTRY!
Our company is a proud member of the The California Landscape Contractor’s Association, and the owner of PGA is a board member with the CLCA North Coast Chapter. CLCA promotes best landscape practices, encouraging stewardship of the natural environment and placing high value on landscape companies which demonstrate "Commitment to honesty, integrity, and ethics. Devotion to excellence in craftsmanship. Reverence for the Earth."
“As a homeowner for 53 years, I've had ample opportunity to evaluate the competence and honesty of many landscape and homecare specialists. Among them, I have found Rich Sandifer, of Pacific Garden Artistry Landscaping, to be a consummate professional-a term I do not often use. Without hesitation, I recommend and endorse Rich and his company. The quality of his work and advice has shown me that he has my best interests at heart. Rich carefully plans, and meets, estimates, budgets and deadlines. If you want the best, here it is.”
- James C. / San Rafael, CA
DO YOU FEEL A CONNECTION WITH YOUR CONTRACTOR?
Your relationship with your landscape and your landscape professional is more than a business arrangement. Guided by your vision and your budget, our landscape professionals will transform your landscape into your dreams. A qualified landscape contractor coordinates many specialties to create your landscape, including:
Clearing /grading the land
Ensuring that there is proper and adequate drainage
Creating decks, patios, masonry walls, rockscapes, water features, paving and other creative effects
Installing and managing irrigation systems
Crafting interiorscapes and specialty gardens
Installing lighting for safety and enjoyment
Selecting and planting everything from the most delicate of flowers to massive trees
Managing your garden to promote environmental health
Auditing water use to eliminate waste
It’s imperative that you and your landscape contractor are able to communicate clearly to make your dreams a reality. Hiring a CLCA member company gives you peace of mind that you are working with a true professional !
WE”RE ON A MISSION TO CREATE DELIGHTED CLIENTS!
"Richard transformed my rough garden design ideas into a space that I truly enjoy. His attention to detail in construction and landscaping is impressive. Richard cleared the overgrown chaos, built a large planter box, two trellises and installed a feature paver and gravel patio. The fence was repaired and re-imagined, trees and bushes pruned properly and a gravel pathway installed in the side yard. Richard took particular pride in his work, was punctual, professional, reliable and pleasant and always left the workspace tidy and ready for the next day's work. I highly recommend Richard and Pacific Garden Artistry for garden design and construction."
- Kelly M. / El Cerrito, CA
GARDEN SHED built on existing patio.
"Richard is so knowledgeable and professional, and a complete pleasure to deal with. He has executed and managed a great number of things in our yard, including re-grading, stone wall construction, wood retaining wall construction, soil improvement, landscaping, planting, etc. Our yard is looking great and the talk of the neighborhood!"
- Cate E. / Mill Valley, CA
"Richard brings lots of energy, customer focus and creativity everyday to his interactions with me. Richard is guiding the transformation of my yard into a beautiful and comfortable place that I will enjoy for years to come."
- Tom B. / Mill Valley, CA
The chart below, produced by the Master Gardeners, outlines the principles that guide us in our work.
