RVAGardens Master Garden Care
Terra Firma Landscaping LLC is a Richmond local garden maintenance company. Since 1997, we've provided expert care of shrubs and perennials, focusing on whole garden health.
Our Master Garden Care Program is designed for and tailored to residential gardens.
Whole Garden Care
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Pruning & Shaping
Our gardeners are experts at pruning, shaping, thinning, and cutting back, as seasonally appropriate.
Mulch Installation
Mulch is sourced locally & installed by hand. A one inch layer helps protect roots and retain soil moisture in temperature extremes.
Soil Amendments
​Our all-natural compost, vermicast, and fertilizer blends are 100% plant-based and produced right on our farm. An RVA favorite!
Weed Control
We provide hand pulling of weeds as well as a spray option. A monthly regimen will prevent weeds from producing seed, breaking the cycle.
Leaf Clean-up
Leaves are blown to natural areas on your property or hauled to our facility for composting. The compost is used throughout RVA!
Plant Installations
We offer plant installations and transplantations during fall and winter. We'll take care of picking up plants and marking utilities.
Grass Cutting
Grass cutting, edge trimming, and blowing off are included in our weekly visits. Electric mowers are used whenever practical.
Pest Management
Integrated pest management includes monitoring, preventing, and organically treating for pests with an eye toward pollinators.
Farm Goods
​We grow perennials, herbs, and cut flowers on our local, sustainable farm. Ask about our fabulous farm fresh egg delivery!
RVAGardens Masterful Maintenance
Whole Garden Care
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Shrubs & Ornamentals
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Boxwood Expertise
25+ years caring for American & English boxwood cultivars;
expertise in pest and disease management specific to boxwoods. Boxwood Master Care program
Seasonal Pruning
Some plants and hedges require aggressive, seasonal pruning. Others need light shaping at specifc intervals throughout the growing season. We prune appropriately.
Roses & Perennials
Our expertise in roses and other zone 7A/B perennials includes pruning, soil adjustment, and pest & disease prevention and treatment. Winter Rose Pruning
Thinning & Shaping
With knowledge, proper tools, and much patience, our team will thin from the inside out to allow air and light circulation for vigorous growth and health.
Organic Fertilizing
We apply organic fertilizer thrice annually. Our fertilizer is blended to the specific requirements of your soil, and includes compost, castings, algae, azomite & more.
Spraying & Protecting
Horticultural oil, all-natural neem blends, and vermicast & compost teas are used to protect, prevent pest infestations, and eliminate bacterial spread between plants.
~ Benefits​~​
Efficiency
Our tailored monthly and quarterly programs are designed to provide more services in less time.​​​ Using a team approach, our process is streamlined and efficient.
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Knowledge
Our team consists of skilled gardeners with a minimum of five years experience in horticulture. We specialize in boxwood, hybrid tea and climbing roses, and other shrubs & perennials native to RVA.
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Adaptability
Each garden plan is developed with the homeowner to suit individual aesthetic preferences. Your gardens will reflect your individual taste.
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Experience ​
Since 1997 we've provided garden maintenance for all garden types - from historic estates to urban backyards, and everything in between.
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Communication​
Stay "in the know" with our unrivaled communications channels. We provide notification of upcoming visits, detailed post-visit summaries, and a personalized portal with property photos, visit details, recommendations, quotes, special requests and more.
~ Accolades​~​
Reliable and Professional
The Terra Firma team is reliable, knowledgeable, and operate with a level of professionalism that I wish I received from all of the vendors with which I work. Kudos!
Joshua B, Richmond VA
~ Certifications & Memberships ​~​
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Virginia Certified Horticulturist
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Virginia Certified Pesticide Applicator
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Associate Horticulture Degree
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Boxwood Society Contributing Member
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American Rose Society Member
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Virginia Nursery & Landscape Association Member
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American Horticulture Society Member
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Continuing education in Horticulture and Soil Biology​
~ Team Leaders​~​
Drew
Drew has been maintaining Richmond gardens for over three decades! He is a Virginia certified horticulturist, pesticide applicator, and boxwood specialist. Read Bio
Alison
Alison is the office manager, marketing & advertising coordinator, scheduler, and chicken tender. When not in the office or on the farm, she is in her studio watercoloring.
Vincent
Vincent has been with the company for over eight years, and has worked in the industry for many more. When he's not gardening with us, he rocks out in a local band.
August
August has worked several seasons with Terra Firma in all its capacities: composter, landscaper, farm hand, and other odd jobs as needed.
Stephen
Stephen is an experienced gardener with over eight years of experience working in Richmond area gardens, over a year of which has been with us. He's also an avid sports fan.
Saoirse
Saoirse serves as branch manager.
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