New & Seasonal Plantings

Custom Plantings Designed for Mill Valley, CA Landscapes

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Plant With Purpose.
Refresh With Care.

Landscapes are living things: always shifting, never finished. As seasons turn and gardens mature, planting renews energy, deepens character, and lets the space evolve in step with your life.

At Heritage Landscapes, we design and install new and seasonal plantings as part of full-site enhancements or design/build projects. From curated gardens in Kentfield to layered beds in Sausalito, every addition is made with intention—chosen for its color, texture, structure, and long-term success in your specific microclimate.

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Start With the Soil
Layered Plantings in Mill Valley, CA creating depth around a residential garden

Thoughtful Backyard Plantings for Homes in Mill Valley, CA


Strategic Plantings in Mill Valley, CA play a critical role in shaping outdoor environments that feel welcoming, balanced, and connected to the surrounding landscape. Drawing inspiration from horticulture-driven design principles, well-planned plant layouts create natural flow between patios, lawns, and garden areas while enhancing privacy and visual interest. Layering trees, shrubs, and perennials allows for seasonal variation, ensuring year-round color and texture that aligns with Mill Valley’s coastal climate. Proper spacing, soil preparation, and sun exposure are essential for long-term plant health, preventing overcrowding and promoting sustainable growth. Homeowners who invest in professionally designed plantings benefit from improved drainage, reduced maintenance needs, and landscapes that mature gracefully over time. For property owners seeking dependable results, Heritage Landscapes offers expert guidance to ensure each planting selection complements both the property’s architecture and the unique environmental conditions of Mill Valley.

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Horticulture-Driven Plantings That Enhance Mill Valley, CA Properties


High-quality Plantings in Mill Valley, CA rely on horticultural expertise that goes beyond aesthetics alone. Selecting plants suited to local microclimates, soil composition, and water availability helps ensure longevity and resilience. Thoughtful combinations of native and adaptive species can improve biodiversity while maintaining a refined, intentional appearance. From foundation plantings that frame a home to focal beds that anchor outdoor spaces, every element should serve both functional and visual purposes. Proper installation techniques, including soil amendment and root preparation, support healthy establishment and reduce future replacement costs. As landscapes evolve, professionally planned plantings provide continuity and structure, allowing gardens to mature without losing balance. This horticulture-focused approach ensures outdoor spaces remain vibrant, cohesive, and well-suited to the natural environment throughout the changing seasons in Mill Valley.

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Color. Texture. Timing.

We don’t chase trends or plug in plants for short-term impact. We study sun patterns, soil composition, and architectural context to select species that thrive, not just survive. Even a small planting update can reset the feel of a space. A burst of new texture can soften aging lines. A color shift can introduce energy or calm. And when timed correctly, seasonal updates can carry your garden effortlessly through transitions, keeping it vibrant without starting from scratch.

New and seasonal plantings may include:

  • Perennials that anchor beds with year-round structure

  • Annuals for color refreshes and event-driven moments

  • Shrubs and grasses to soften transitions and add movement

  • Roses, vines, and climbers for vertical charm

  • Layered compositions that shift naturally with the seasonss

Our plantings work in dialogue with the whole site, connecting hardscape to softscape, creating visual rhythm, and supporting the long-term health and experience of your landscape.

Color-balanced Plantings in Mill Valley, CA surrounding outdoor living areas
Outdoor harmony achieved through cohesive Plantings in Mill Valley, CA

Our New & Seasonal Plantings Process

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Walk the Site


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We assess light, soil, and existing plantings—listening to your goals and how the space is used.

Build the Palette

Our designers develop a planting plan that aligns with the season, your style, and the garden’s natural rhythm.


Install & Fine-Tune

Our crew installs with care, adjusts for performance, and follows up to ensure everything settles in beautifully.

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Client Testimonials

5-star rating Mill Valley, CA

"David and team helped us plan and execute an entire property landscaping project including a pool, multiple retaining walls (concrete and wood), a custom outdoor kitchen and pergola."

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Why We Love Landscaping in Mill Valley, CA

Mill Valley, CA is nestled at the base of Mount Tamalpais, known for its redwood forests, winding roads, and sweeping hillside views. The mild climate brings foggy mornings, warm afternoons, and rainy winters that support lush growth. Many homes sit on sloped lots, making retaining walls, grading, and layered plantings essential for usable, stable outdoor spaces that blend beautifully with the natural surroundings.

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Always Integrated, Never Piecemeal

We offer new and seasonal plantings only within the context of broader landscape work. This ensures that everything we plant has the right soil, spacing, irrigation, and sun conditions to thrive—and that the visual and functional story of your landscape remains clear and cohesive.

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Let’s Refresh What’s Already Rooted


We bring new and seasonal plantings to life as part of full-property transformations. Let’s walk your landscape and shape what’s next—thoughtfully, naturally, and in tune with the land.

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Garden focal points established with artistic Plantings in Mill Valley, CA