Business Details
36 Years
experience
Custom Landscaping Solutions in San Francisco
Since 1990, Janet Moyer Landscaping has specialized in creating custom outdoor environments that harmonize with San Francisco's unique climate and terrain. Our team combines ecological expertise with hands-on craftsmanship to deliver sustainable, client-focused designs. With over 2,100 completed projects, we prioritize collaborative design processes where clients actively shape their spaces. Our installation teams work directly with designers to ensure precision, while our maintenance services anticipate future adaptability. Sustainability drives every decision, from material reuse to water-efficient plant selection and integrated pest management.We incorporate smart technology for irrigation and lighting efficiency, reflecting our commitment to environmental stewardship. Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience in architecture, operations, and horticulture to every project. By blending technical expertise with artistic vision, we create landscapes that evolve with both the environment and our clients' changing needs. This approach has earned industry recognition and sustained client relationships across diverse San Francisco neighborhoods.
Services
Custom Landscape Design
Sustainable Landscaping
Garden Installation
Eco-Friendly Maintenance
Smart Irrigation Systems
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We have completed over 2,100 landscaping projects in San Francisco's diverse neighborhoods
- Our team includes certified professionals with architecture and horticulture expertise
- We implement integrated pest management and water-efficient design practices
- Our designers oversee installations to maintain design integrity
- We emphasize material reuse and eco-friendly construction methods
Services
Custom Landscape Design
We create tailored outdoor spaces that respond to each property's unique conditions and client preferences. Our collaborative design process incorporates site-specific factors like microclimate and terrain. With over 2,100 completed projects, we transform residential and public spaces into functional, aesthetically pleasing environments that evolve with changing needs.
Sustainable Landscaping
Our environmentally conscious approach minimizes resource consumption while enhancing biodiversity. We implement water-efficient plant selections, material reuse strategies, and integrated pest management systems. This practice creates habitats for beneficial wildlife while reducing long-term maintenance requirements through thoughtful plant placement and eco-friendly material choices.
Garden Installation
Our single-source approach ensures design vision translates directly into construction through designer-led installation teams. This method maintains design integrity while streamlining project timelines. We specialize in complex terrain adaptations and incorporate sustainable materials like recycled construction products and low-VOC treatments during implementation.
Eco-Friendly Maintenance
We develop maintenance-friendly landscapes that accommodate future growth and changing usage patterns. Our services include smart irrigation management and seasonal plant care. This proactive approach preserves investment value while maintaining ecological benefits through continued resource optimization and sustainable practices.
Smart Irrigation Systems
Our technology-driven irrigation solutions optimize water usage through automated controllers and weather-responsive adjustments. These systems integrate with overall landscape design to ensure plant health while minimizing waste. We combine smart controllers with drought-tolerant plant selections for maximum efficiency in San Francisco's varied microclimates.
People
Joe
Founder & Designer
BFA in Architecture from UMass Amherst with permaculture certification. Specializes in urban landscapes since 2012, focusing on regenerative gardening practices and ecological design solutions for San Francisco's unique terrain.
Michael
VP of Operations
Native Californian with BA in Developmental Psychology from CSU Chico. Manages financial operations and human resources at JML since 2007, combining business expertise with environmental stewardship principles.
Cassandra
Business Manager
Former opera fundraiser with BS in Theater Arts Management from Ithaca College. Joined JML in 2017 after horticulture studies, managing client financials and project scheduling while maintaining client relationships.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We specialize in San Francisco neighborhoods including Noe Valley, Ashbury Heights, and Pacifica, adapting designs to the region's unique microclimates and terrain.
Do you handle both design and installation?
Yes, we provide full-service landscaping with integrated design and installation teams to ensure your vision is accurately implemented.
What sustainability practices do you use?
We implement water-efficient plant selection, material reuse, integrated pest management, and smart irrigation technology to minimize environmental impact.
How long has your company been in business?
JML Landscapes has been creating custom landscapes since 1990, completing over 2,100 projects in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Can you work with existing landscapes?
Yes, we specialize in transforming existing spaces while preserving valuable elements, focusing on improving functionality and sustainability.
What makes your approach unique?
Our collaborative design process combines architectural expertise with hands-on installation experience, ensuring seamless execution of customized outdoor solutions.
Reviews (2)
Chris D.
Sep 13, 2015
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Janet Moyer landscaping replaced our front and back yards, which had lawns, with a beautiful water wise garden, with a dry creek bed, and a couple little fountains, a natural looking flagstone patio area, all set in redwood mulch and irrigated and lit. Their staff was very helpful throughout; the installation crew consisted of people who were knowledgeable about plants and irrigation and lighting, and collaborated well with us. They were very hard workers as well. We look forward to their continued maintenance of our new yard.
Eric Severson
May 05, 2014
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When my partner and I bought our home in Noe Valley a year ago, one of the selling points was the extraordinary garden. While the garden was breathtakingly beautiful, the previous owner who had designed, installed, and cared for it was a professional landscape designer--and he had included over 200 varieties of plants we had no idea how to care for. Not wanting to destroy it, we called Janet Moyer Landscaping to maintain our garden on an ongoing basis. In addition to recommending and installiing a GPS-guided automatic irrigation system (so we never have to think about watering), Janet Moyer has
