Garden & Plant selection

Garden & Plants That Speak the Language of the Landscape

Each Choice Made With Care, Each Placement With Purpose

In Northern California, thoughtful planting is essential. Our soils, microclimates, and water restrictions demand a strategic, site-specific approach. With over 35 years of local experience, we understand what grows well here, what needs protection, and what will make your space feel like it truly belongs. From sun-soaked slopes in Sausalito to shaded valleys in Ross, we match plantings to your conditions, so beauty and performance go hand in hand.

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The Art and Science of Choosing What Belongs

A well-designed garden is a living composition of color, texture, structure, and rhythm that reflects not only your aesthetic, but also your environment, your lifestyle, and the land itself. At Heritage Landscapes, we help you choose and place plants with care. Whether we're refreshing a mature garden, enhancing seasonal interest, or designing a space from the ground up, we blend horticultural expertise with artistic vision to create landscapes that thrive—not just for one season, but for years to come.

  • For long-lasting structure and bursts of seasonal color, these are your garden’s rhythm section—reliable, expressive, and ever-changing.

  • We know the difference between high-maintenance and hardy performers. We select cultivars that flourish in our climate—and fit your garden’s personality.

  • From soft movement to architectural framing, ornamental grasses add depth, texture, and a grounded sense of place.

  • The backbone of any garden. We use these to define space, create privacy, and provide year-round structure with thoughtful layering and scale.

  • From ornamental blossoms to elegant silhouettes, small trees offer shade, focal points, and seasonal drama—without overwhelming the space.

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Our Approach

We shape ecosystems. Every selection is made with sustainability, climate-responsiveness, and long-term maintenance in mind. We look at what’s existing, what’s thriving, and what could elevate the space today and five years from now.

Planting With Purpose

Whether we're adding the finishing touches to a new design or enhancing an existing landscape, our plant selection process is collaborative, creative, and deeply personal. We’re not just looking to fill space—it’s about making your garden feel like home.

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Curated With Care. Designed to Thrive.

Our Garden & Plant Selection Process

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Walk the Landscape


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We assess sunlight, soil, drainage, and existing plantings—then discuss your goals, palette, and how you want the space to feel.

Build a Custom Planting Plan

We create a tailored palette that balances beauty, structure, and sustainability—whether it’s a subtle refresh or a full reimagining.


Plant, Place & Perfect

With expert care, we install, fine-tune, and ensure your garden not only looks right—but grows right, too

Client Testimonials

5-star rating

“Heritage was great to work with. We had a challenging space, and they worked with us to meet all our criteria. "


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Let’s Build a Garden That Grows With You


We’ll walk your property, learn what speaks to you, and create a planting plan that’s as beautiful

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