True Earth Landscapes

Business Details

30 Years

experience

Custom Landscaping Solutions in Victoria, BC

Since 1996, True Earth Landscapes has been dedicated to creating and maintaining beautiful, functional outdoor spaces for residential and commercial clients in Victoria, BC. Our approach combines sustainable practices with technical expertise, utilizing an Integrated Pest Management system to minimize environmental impact while ensuring healthy landscapes. With over 25 years of combined experience, our team of trained professionals follows the BC Landscape Nursery Association standards and holds certifications in horticulture, arboriculture, and irrigation safety.

We specialize in full-service landscaping, from custom design and hardscape installation to year-round maintenance, prioritizing client collaboration and quality craftsmanship. Our commitment to safety, evidenced by WorkSafe BC clearance and third-party liability insurance, ensures reliable service delivery for every project.

Services

Landscape Design Lawn Care Garden Maintenance Fence Installation Irrigation Systems

Details

Year established: 1996

Highlights and features

We combine 25+ years of combined experience with formal horticulture training.
Our Integrated Pest Management approach avoids harmful chemical pesticides.
We adhere to BC Landscape Nursery Association standards and warranty our work.
CAD-based designs ensure efficient revisions and accurate installations.
Personalized attention from design through completion by owner-operators.

Associations and certifications

BC Landscape Nursery Association

What people say

Beautiful results On time and budget Professional team Stress-free experience Highly recommend

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Services

Landscape Design

Custom landscape designs transform outdoor spaces through CAD technology and horticultural expertise. Our process includes site consultations, planting plans, and irrigation layouts to create functional, aesthetically pleasing environments. Owner-led projects ensure continuity from concept to installation while maximizing property value.

Lawn Care

Comprehensive lawn care combines organic practices with mechanical techniques. Services include mowing, aeration, fertilization, and moss control using Integrated Pest Management principles. Monthly contracts ensure consistent upkeep while preventing long-term turf damage through proper cultural practices.

Garden Maintenance

Year-round garden maintenance preserves landscape health through pruning, weeding, and seasonal cleanups. Our crews handle hedge trimming, plant health assessments, and soil amendments while maintaining aesthetic appeal throughout Victoria's climate cycles.

Fence Installation

Custom cedar fence installations enhance property boundaries with durable, attractive materials. We handle complete installations including prefab panels, gates, and matching hardscapes while ensuring proper drainage and structural integrity.

Irrigation Systems

Efficient irrigation solutions include Wi-Fi controlled systems and backflow prevention installations. Our certified technicians design water-saving layouts while ensuring compliance with local regulations for residential and commercial properties.

People

Tobin Brown

Co-Owner

Co-owner with formal horticulture training and 25+ years in landscaping. Specializes in CAD design and irrigation systems while maintaining BCLNA standards and WorkSafe compliance.

Kit St. John

Co-Owner

Co-owner and lead designer with expertise in hardscape installation and plant selection. Combines arboriculture knowledge with practical experience to deliver functional, sustainable landscapes meeting client expectations.

Questions

What landscaping services do you offer?

We provide full-service landscaping including design, installation, and maintenance. Specific services cover patios, fences, irrigation, lawn care, garden maintenance, and seasonal cleanups.

Do you use chemical pesticides?

No. We use Integrated Pest Management focusing on mechanical techniques and biological controls. Chemical insecticides have never been required for our projects.

How are design projects handled?

We conduct onsite consultations, create CAD designs, and develop planting plans. This process ensures accurate visualization and implementation of your outdoor space requirements.

What maintenance contract options exist?

We offer flexible monthly contracts for regular maintenance or hourly service for specific tasks, adapting to your property's unique needs.

Are you certified professionals?

We follow BC Landscape Nursery Association standards and maintain certifications in irrigation safety, arboriculture, and horticulture through ongoing training programs.

How do you handle project timelines?

We provide written proposals within days of consultation and prioritize timely execution while maintaining communication throughout the project duration.

Reviews (6)

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Caelen Bright

Feb 01, 2021 Report

Kit was so helpful in designing my garden. I had so many ideas and didn't know how or if they could all come together. He gave me practical advice based both on our local climate and in what would be involved in maintaining some of my big ideas. I'm so happy with the end result and I love it when friend come over and remark on the garden. It's a totally different space as soon as you step through the gate (they built the gate and fence too!). Everyone marvels at both my front and back yards and asks me who did it. I'm happy to tell them and recommend this great local business. Kit, Tobin and their

Mike Estey

Jan 16, 2021 Report

Positive:Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Great guys to work with. Amazing quality workmanship.

Peter T.

Sep 12, 2020 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Thank you Kit. I just needed a couple of rolls of sod and you pulled through, and didnt charge. Very kind hearted generous man.

Elena Elder

Oct 17, 2019 Report

Thank you Kit and True Earth!! Very happy with the landscaping work your team did at my house. Quality design and solid build of the new patio and retaining wall. Pricing was very reasonable compared to other quotes I got and you stayed on budget - a rare and excellent skill. I fully recommend True earth and would be happy to hire you again.

Heather Pringle

Sep 08, 2019 Report

We were immensely pleased with the work that True Earth Landscapes did for us! They designed and installed a lovely new garden in our front yard: it gives our house much greater curb appeal! And they took out an old storm-damaged fence in our backyard and put in a new fence that we are really happy with. I highly recommend True Earth: they did the work in a very timely manner and came in right on budget!

Maureen Moore Ralph

Aug 08, 2018 Report

Get a muffler on your gas-powered Stihl leaf blower. The noise from it is outrageous. I can't hear my clients on the phone, even with windows closed. Not cool.