Our Services

Heartwood LLC provides high quality ecological landscaping services to Litchfield County, Connecticut and Great Barrington, Mass. area. We provide services that focus on creating sustainable and environmentally-friendly outdoor spaces. These services include the design, installation, and maintenance of landscapes that prioritize native plants, soil health, water conservation, and biodiversity.

Key elements of our services include

  • Native Plant Selection: Utilizing plants that are native to the area, which require less water and maintenance while supporting local wildlife.

  • Expert Pruning Services for Fruit Trees and Ornamental Trees and Shrubs: At Heartwood LLC, we offer specialized pruning services for both fruit trees and ornamental trees and shrubs.

    We provide expert pruning services that maintain beauty while ensuring health and productivity.

  • Edible Landscaping: Designing and installing landscapes that integrate food-producing plants into ornamental garden designs.

    Edible landscaping service includes:

    • Consultation and Design: We collaborate with clients to assess their space and preferences, creating customized plans that incorporate edible and native plants harmoniously into new or existing landscape features.

    • Plant Selection: We select a variety of plants suited to the local climate and the client’s vision. This may include native plants, vegetables, fruit trees, berry bushes, and herbs, ensuring a diverse and productive garden. Frequently our designs offer a diverse variety of plants, ensuring continuous blooms

    • Installation: We provide installation of chosen plants and ensure optimal placement for maximum sun exposure, accessibility, and aesthetic appeal.

    • Maintenance: While we strive to create low-maintenance landscapes, proper upkeep is crucial to ensure a thriving garden. We offer maintenance services such as pruning, weeding and spring/fall garden cleanups

    • Education: We offer one-on-one consultations and garden educational services where we walk you gardening tasks such as pruning, planting/transplanting, soil fertility and improvement, plant species selection and site evaluation, proper garden maintenance/cleanup, invasive species identification, and property and forest walkthroughs. Think of us as your own personal garden coach!

    Through our ecological landscaping service, clients can enjoy the beauty of their gardens while producing fresh, nutrient-dense food right at their doorstep and enjoy a beautiful and bio-diverse landscape.

Heartwood LLC aims to create unique landscapes that are resilient, low-maintenance, and are in harmony with the natural environment.

Gardens

Heartwood LLC embraces the intersection of ecological and edible gardening, providing a platform for individuals to cultivate their passions in sustainable ways. Our approach focuses on creating eco-friendly spaces that not only benefit the environment but also yield nutritious food. We encourage the use of native plants and organic practices to promote biodiversity and soil health. Our ecological and edible landscaping services aim to create sustainable gardens that benefit the environment. At Heartwood LLC, we offer comprehensive garden educational and coaching services designed to empower individuals in their gardening endeavors. We provide personalized guidance and hands-on training, focusing on sustainable practices, plant care, and garden planning. Whether you're a beginner or looking to expand your skills, our services are tailored to meet your unique needs and goals.

Trees

Heartwood LLC offers a range of professional tree care services to enhance the health and aesthetics of your landscape.

Fruit Tree Pruning: specialty pruning that promotes the growth and productivity of your fruit trees, ensuring better yields and overall tree vitality through careful trimming and shaping techniques.

Tree Planting: expert knowledge that will guide you in selecting the right species for your environment and planting them properly to establish a strong foundation for long-term health.

Small Scale Tree Removal: We focus on the safe and efficient removal of trees that may pose risks or encroach upon your space without disrupting your larger landscape.

Ornamental Tree and Shrub Pruning: enhancing the beauty and shape of decorative trees and shrubs, improving their structure and encouraging healthy growth.

Each service is tailored to meet the unique needs of your property and to promote thriving trees.

Land Stewardship

Heartwood LLC offers a range of land stewardship services aimed at the management and maintenance of small forested areas and woodlots for homeowners. Our services include trail maintenance to enhance accessibility, non-commercial forest thinning to promote forest health, and timber stand improvement to enhance the higher quality timber. We focus on habitat improvement and tree planting, fostering biodiversity while supporting local ecology. Additionally, we implement non-timber forest products, such as medicinal herbs and edible mushrooms, to create sustainable income sources. Our stewardship practices emphasize ecological balance, ensuring that woodlands remain healthy and productive for present and future generations.