Professional Landscape Planting Plans
A well-developed landscape planting plan forms the foundation of any thriving outdoor environment. With two decades of experience crafting landscape design solutions nationwide, Evergreen Design Group brings national-level expertise and local knowledge to every project.
Our team can create and specify a complete planting plan for your project, adding aesthetic appeal, functional spaces, and character to your future property.
Code-Compliant Plans
Our Code-Compliant Planting Plans are designed to meet the minimum requirements of an AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction aka permitting authority). This could be a city, a county (or parish), an ARC (Architectural Review Committee), Master Developer, or other entity that has a final say on the minimum landscape requirements for a specific piece of land.
These are typically used when our client is interested in solely showing the minimum plants required in order to obtain a building permit. This level pertains to most padsites, industrial buildings, religious facilities, and public developments.
Enhanced Plans
Our Enhanced Planting Plans are plans that are designed to not only be code-compliant, but to exceed the minimum code requirements per the overall design intent of the end user, Developer, Architect, or other entity.
This level pertains to most multi-family projects, upscale single-family developments, hospitality, mixed-use and other high end retail and office developments.
What Is Included in a Landscape Planting Plan?
In landscape architecture, planting plans are detailed technical documents that guide the design, placement, and specification of all vegetation on a project site. These comprehensive plans determine how to arrange plants to create visual interest, define spaces, and fulfill functional requirements specific to your project’s needs.
Our planting plans include detailed specifications for:
- Shrubs and ornamental grasses that create structure and focal points
- Perennials and annuals that provide seasonal color and texture
- Groundcovers that prevent erosion and reduce maintenance
- Vines for vertical interest on walls or structures
- Aquatic or wetland plants for water features or retention areas
Our plant selections prioritize sustainability, ensuring soil stabilization, erosion control, and alignment with local environmental conditions. Our team will design a planting plan that balances straight lines with organic forms, creating visual harmony while addressing practical considerations.
Our Landscape Planting Plan Design Process
At Evergreen Design Group, we follow a structured, proven approach to developing landscape planting plans that fit your needs and specifications while meeting regulatory requirements. Here’s what you can expect:
Site Analysis and Evaluation
Every successful planting plan begins with a thorough site analysis. Our team evaluates your site’s unique characteristics, including soil conditions, sun exposure, existing vegetation, drainage patterns, and microclimates.
We identify challenges and opportunities specific to your location, considering how wind patterns and views influence plant selection and placement.
We will also select plants well suited to the local climate, environment, and preferences while addressing functional needs, such as screening undesirable views or creating defined outdoor spaces.
Initial Concepts
During the conceptual and schematic design phase, we develop preliminary planting concepts that reflect your project goals and budget. Our landscape architects create thoughtful arrangements that balance color and texture throughout the seasons while establishing appropriate focal points and sight lines.
We consider how trees and shrubs will mature over time, ensuring your landscape grows more beautiful with age. Our conceptual designs illustrate how plants fit in with the architecture, frame outdoor amenities, and enhance your property's overall character.
Design Development
As your project progresses, we refine planting concepts while ensuring code compliance and incorporating sustainable practices. We carefully select plant species that:
- Reduce water consumption through drought-tolerant varieties and xeriscaping techniques
- Minimize maintenance to lower long-term costs and upkeep efforts
- Support local ecosystems by prioritizing native species and pollinator-friendly plants
Additionally, we integrate water features where appropriate to enhance aesthetics and site functionality.
Value Engineering
Our approach to value engineering optimizes your landscape investment without compromising design intent. We analyze plant selections and quantities to identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining your site’s aesthetic integrity.
This might include substituting comparable species at lower cost points, adjusting spacing to reduce quantities while maintaining visual impact, or phasing implementation strategies to spread the investment over time.
Cost Estimations and Design Finalization
Before finalizing your planting plan, we develop detailed cost estimates that allow you to make informed decisions. Our experience across diverse project types enables us to accurately calculate initial installation costs and long-term maintenance requirements.
During this phase, we proceed with final refinements to ensure that the design meets your aesthetic vision, functional requirements, and budget constraints.
Bidding and Contract Documents
We translate design concepts into precise construction documents that contractors can accurately bid and execute. In addition to our detailed planting plans, we can create and submit plant schedules, installation specifications, and maintenance guidelines, giving contractors everything they need for the project.
When requested, we also develop presentation-quality graphics that help visualize the finished landscape, perfect for marketing materials or stakeholder presentations.
How We Can Benefit Your Project
Evergreen Design Group can oversee and simplify the planting plan process as a single-source landscape architecture firm. Here’s why:
- Regulatory compliance and permitting. We navigate complex local regulations, ensuring your planting plan meets all jurisdictional requirements in over 40 states. This helps expedite approvals and avoid costly project delays.
- Expert plant selection and placement. Our landscape architects consider soil conditions, sun exposure, and regional climate to select plant materials that will thrive. We also integrate sustainable water management practices, such as efficient irrigation and xeriscaping, to minimize resource consumption.
- Integrated tree and planting coordination. With in-house arborists on our team, we align tree disposition plans with landscape planting plan designs. This provides a cohesive, well-balanced landscape that enhances site functionality and aesthetic appeal.
Creating Lasting Landscape Value Through Expert Design
A thoughtfully designed planting plan is essential for creating vibrant, sustainable outdoor spaces that are as pleasant as they are functional. At Evergreen Design Group, we bring expertise, creativity, and a client-first approach to every project.
Our team of over 15 landscape architects, certified arborists, and other specialists is ready to develop the ideal planting plan for your next project.
Contact us today to discuss how we can help bring your vision to life, whether you’re developing a commercial site, residential community, or public space.