FCI Fine Gardening

Service provided by FCI Fine Gardening
4.9 (4)
from Oakland, CAmember since March, 2022
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UPDATE: Our services do not include weeding or clean up at the moment. Our focus is on maintenance and pruning, and we do not compete in the weeding sector.

Our mission is to enhance the appearance of your garden by providing aesthetic and seasonal pruning, fruit tree care, sourcing of organic vegetable plants, diagnosis of diseases, and non-toxic remedies. As a California native plant specialist, with over 25 years of experience as a local botanist, I have a thorough understanding of wild plants and their application in garden settings. Additionally, I am a wildlife gardener and biologist, specializing in designing butterfly and pollinator gardens. I specialize in designing low water gardens with Mediterranean climate plants while incorporating your vision and preferences to create your ideal garden space, whether it be formal, informal, naturalistic, or to replicate a favorite location. We provide garden clean-ups, rejuvenation, and new installations. I have studied habitat restoration classes and have apprenticed and supervised maintenance crews at Four Dimensions Landscape Company in Oakland. As a 30+ year resident of the area and an Oakland native, I grew up exploring the East Bay hill area wild plant communities. With over 25 years of experience in gardening, botany, horticulture, naturalism, and wildlife biology (BA UC Berkeley), I continue to upgrade my knowledge by taking courses, consuming online content, purchasing and reading subject area books, and consulting with colleagues. For options and a PDF of local references, please don't hesitate to reach out to us via email.

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4.9

4 reviews

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Nicholas G.
This is my initial experience availing their service, and I am highly content with it. Their punctuality and reasonable prices are remarkable, and they also provide before and after service photographs. I highly recommend this service to all property owners. Sincerely, Mr. Mo.
April 19, 2023
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John R.
My experience hiring Steven Cochrane for a winter tune up in my garden was fantastic. His knowledge on the native plants I've been incorporating, as well as the fruit trees and shrubs that populate my garden, was impressive, and he provided me with practical advice on how to further shift the balance towards native plants. I found him to be a delightful person to work with, and the value for the time and money spent was outstanding.
February 16, 2023
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Jonathan A.
Extremely well-informed.
January 25, 2023
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Kayla M.
I highly recommend Steven for his excellent work at an affordable rate.
October 29, 2022