Business Details
37 Years
experience
Expert Landscape Design Services in Shaker Heights, OH
Bobbie's Green Thumb has been transforming outdoor spaces for over 30 years, combining artistic vision with horticultural expertise. Founded in 1989, our team specializes in creating sustainable, seasonally dynamic landscapes that reflect each client's unique lifestyle. We offer comprehensive services including custom design, garden coaching, plant selection, and educational workshops. Our work has been recognized by the Perennial Plant Association and the Association of Professional Landscape Designers, where Bobbie Schwartz holds a distinguished Fellowship. With a focus on perennials, ornamental grasses, and native plants, we craft gardens that thrive ecologically while providing year-round visual interest.Our approach emphasizes listening to client needs, integrating homes with their surroundings, and using site-specific solutions. From residential properties to corporate campuses, we deliver designs that balance beauty with functionality. Our extensive industry knowledge comes from decades of professional development, international garden tours, and active participation in horticultural organizations. We maintain transparency throughout projects, ensuring clear communication from initial consultation to final installation. Our commitment to excellence has earned long-term relationships with clients who value thoughtful, enduring landscape solutions.
Services
Landscape Design
Garden Coaching
Plant Sale
Workshops
Curb Appeal
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of landscape design experience in Cleveland
- Certified APLD Fellow with industry leadership experience
- Specialized knowledge of perennials and ornamental grasses
- Personalized approach to client needs and site conditions
- Active participation in horticultural education and research
Associations and certifications
- Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD)
What people say
Artistic skills
Responsive to ideas
Exceptional attention to detail
Extensive knowledge
Transformative results
Services
Landscape Design
Our custom landscape designs create functional, beautiful outdoor spaces that evolve with the seasons. We specialize in integrating perennials, ornamental grasses, and shrubs to maximize year-round interest. Each design considers soil conditions, light exposure, and client preferences for maintenance levels and aesthetic goals.
Garden Coaching
Personalized garden consultations help homeowners maintain and improve their landscapes. We provide expert advice on plant selection, seasonal care, and problem-solving for specific garden challenges. Our coaching empowers clients to develop their own horticultural skills through practical, site-specific recommendations.
Plant Sale
Seasonal plant sales feature carefully selected perennials, ornamental grasses, and shrubs suited to Northeast Ohio's climate. We offer both common favorites and unique cultivars to support diverse landscape designs. Plants are grown or sourced for their adaptability to local growing conditions.
Workshops
Educational programs cover topics from basic garden design to specialized techniques like deer-resistant landscaping. Our workshops combine theoretical knowledge with practical applications, helping both professionals and homeowners improve their landscaping skills through hands-on learning experiences.
Curb Appeal
We create striking entrance landscapes that boost property value and first impressions. Our curb appeal solutions consider architectural style, existing vegetation, and seasonal color requirements. Designs balance aesthetic appeal with practical considerations like maintenance access and climate resilience.
People
Bobbie Schwartz
Proprietress
With 40 years of gardening experience and 32 years in landscape design, Bobbie is a certified member of APLD and recipient of multiple horticultural awards. She contributes to industry education through workshops and lectures, emphasizing sustainable practices and plant selection.
Questions
What landscape design services do you offer?
We provide full-service landscape design including site analysis, custom plans, plant selection, and installation oversight for residential and commercial properties.
Do you offer garden consultations?
Yes, we provide one-hour garden coaching sessions covering plant selection, maintenance, and problem-solving for specific landscape challenges.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Cleveland, Shaker Heights, Beachwood, and surrounding Northeast Ohio communities for design and installation projects.
Are workshops available for homeowners?
We offer seasonal gardening workshops covering topics like perennial selection, deer-resistant landscaping, and seasonal garden maintenance techniques.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, checks, and cash payments for design services, plant purchases, and workshop registrations.
How do you handle project timelines?
We develop customized timelines based on project scope, seasonal considerations, and client availability, with clear communication throughout the process.
