Native Gardens That are Built to Thrive
Our native gardens are designed to be low-maintenance, sustainable, and ecologically rich, using high-quality materials and specially grown plants that support local pollinators, birds, and wildlife. Whether you’re looking for lush native plantings, edible garden spaces, or a complete landscape transformation, our team guides you through every step of the process.
Our services include:
• Garden Consultation
• Stewardship Plans
• Design Services
A WORD ABOUT US
How we plan for Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania native plant gardens offer year-round beauty while supporting the local ecosystem with plants naturally adapted to the region’s soils and climate. Features often include vibrant seasonal blooms such as coneflowers, black-eyed Susans, asters, mountain mint, and milkweed, along with native grasses, shrubs, and small trees that provide texture, movement, and habitat throughout the seasons. These plants attract pollinators like bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and beneficial insects while requiring less water, fertilizer, and maintenance once established.
By layering early spring blooms with summer color and late-season flowers, native landscapes create continuous interest for your home and an essential food source for Pennsylvania wildlife.
Frequently asked questions about Native Gardens
Are native gardens easy to maintain?
Yes — once established, native gardens are typically much easier to maintain than traditional landscapes. Because the plants are naturally suited to the region, they generally require less watering, fertilizer, and upkeep. With thoughtful design, mulching, and seasonal stewardship, they become more resilient and easier to care for over time.
Can a native garden include fruits, vegetables, and herbs?
Absolutely. Many homeowners choose to combine native landscaping with edible garden design to create a space that is both beautiful and productive. We can incorporate raised beds, herbs, seasonal vegetables, berry bushes, fruit trees, and pollinator-friendly companion plants to create a sustainable garden that provides fresh produce throughout the growing season.
What areas do you serve?
We provide native landscaping, edible garden design, and ecological garden care for homeowners throughout Bucks and Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, including Abington, Chestnut Hill, Elkins Park, and surrounding communities.
Garden Stewardship Plans
Every landscape is different, so stewardship services are tailored to the needs of each property. Many clients choose one of our seasonal care plans to ensure their garden receives consistent attention throughout the year. These plans provide ongoing ecological garden care while allowing the landscape to mature naturally over time.
Essential Care Plan
For smaller landscapes or gardens that need occasional support. This plan provides seasonal visits to help keep gardens healthy and manageable throughout the growing season.
Typical services include:
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Selective hand weeding
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Seasonal pruning of perennials and shrubs
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Light garden cleanup
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Monitoring plant health
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Minor plant adjustments
Typical schedule:
4–6 visits per year
Typical investment:
$150–$300 per visit depending on property size
Stewardship Plan
Our most popular option for established landscapes
This plan provides regular care throughout the growing season and is ideal for native plant gardens, pollinator habitats, and perennial landscapes.
Typical services include:
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Detailed hand weeding and bed maintenance
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Naturalistic pruning and plant management
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Soil building and mulching
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Plant health monitoring
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Minor seasonal improvements
Typical schedule:
Monthly visits during the growing season
Typical investment:
$250–$450 per visit depending on landscape complexity
Comprehensive Stewardship Plan
For complex or high-value landscapes that benefit from consistent attention This level of care provides deeper ecological management and allows us to proactively guide the long-term development of the landscape.
Typical services include:
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Intensive plant community management
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Advanced pruning and plant shaping
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Soil building and compost application
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Edible garden care and food forest management
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Seasonal planting adjustments and improvements
Typical schedule:
Monthly or bi-monthly visits
Typical investment:
$350–$600 per visit depending on property size and needs
Custom Plan
If your landscape requires a different level of care, we are happy to develop a custom stewardship plan tailored to your property. We will discuss scheduling and pricing during your consultation.
Stewardship visits are typically scheduled monthly or seasonally depending on the size and complexity of the landscape. Most clients schedule stewardship visits between April and October, when ecological gardens benefit most from attentive care.
*** Year long contracts get 10% discount compared to as needed services.***
If you are looking for professional garden care or landscape maintenance in Abington, Chestnut Hill, or the surrounding area, Keystone Permaculture would be happy to help.
Our stewardship services ensure that your landscape remains healthy, beautiful, and ecologically vibrant year after year.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
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Elkins Park, Melrose Park, Chestnut Hill, Roxborough, Andorra, Lafayette Hill, Plymouth Meeting, Conshohocken, Flourtown, Wyndmoor, Laverock, Wyncote, Glenside, North Hills, Fort Washington, Ambler, Ardsley, Roslyn, Abington, Jenkintown, Meadowbrook, Bethayres, Bryn Athyn, and surrounding areas...
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