Landscapers in Tamarind Grove

[Connie Cockcroft]

Can anyone who lives in The Village of Tamarind Grove (we will be in Cottonwood Villas) recommend a landscaping company? We think it would be a good idea for neighbors to use the same company so that we could all perhaps have our yards/courtyards done in the same timeframe. We would appreciate any feedback. Thanks.

[dsnrbec]

If you want to PM me I will tell you about a company you definitely want to avoid. They go into new neighborhoods and do a good job but they are non-responsive to problems you may encounter afterward. I've always believed that service after the sale is as important as the sale itself and when it comes to landscaping it is even more important. My neighbor, who also used them, is having the same problem.

[Uptown Girl]

Can anyone who lives in The Village of Tamarind Grove (we will be in Cottonwood Villas) recommend a landscaping company? We think it would be a good idea for neighbors to use the same company so that we could all perhaps have our yards/courtyards done in the same timeframe. We would appreciate any feedback. Thanks.

Hi Connie,
I'm not clear.... are you thinking of uniting for landscape maintenance, or to redesign and plant anew?
Are you looking for a possible group discount or perhaps eliminating multiple days of grass cutting noise? As I said, I'm not clear.
For our maintenance, we decided to use the company that installed the landscaping, at least for the time being. (we purchased our CYV in Cottonwood last month)
That way, if any defects show in the plantings, they know they did the original installation.
As my hubby George has posted, we'll be back in a few weeks to see how it's been cared for so far, then go from there.
Debbie Pugh :wave:

[Connie Cockcroft]

We were thinking if we had the same landscaper/grass cutter it would help 2 fold. #1 we all should be on the same schedule so that all the lawns get done on or about the same day, and #2 if there is a problem we would all know and be able to look out for one another since we aren't all there all of the time. I don't recall seeing any paperwork that told us who did the original landscaping. We also purchased in Cottonwood last month. If you can give me the name of the landscaper who did install it originally , I would sure appreciate it.

[Uptown Girl]

:wave: Hi Connie,
Ours was done by Tri-County Landscaping. Have you had your "sprinkler system walkthrough" yet? They demonstrated that for us as well.
I have a feeling that you may be our next door neighbor....!

[seashorecaroline]

I just moved into Cottonwood Villas last week and was given the name of John Kirks who came highly recommended for lawn care and landscaping. I placed a call this morning and will let you know what I find out once I talk with him.

[golf2140]

I just moved into Cottonwood Villas last week and was given the name of John Kirks who came highly recommended for lawn care and landscaping. I placed a call this morning and will let you know what I find out once I talk with him.

It's John Kirk, nice young man.

[Connie Cockcroft]

Stellar Residential Services, LLC did a great job on some new landscaping at our courtyard villa in Cottonwood Villas. Marty Rouse, owner/operator, made some great suggestions, quoted a fair price (my husband has some landscaping experiece so he was happy with the quote) and brought a fun, clean-cut crew who obviously enjoy their work. They started when promised and were done with a lot of hard work in less than 2 days. They have done landscaping at other homes in Cottonwood. Marty can be reached at 352-553-2597.

[D&Lsunfun]

we live in tamarind grove, have hired a one-man lawn service, he does it all and are very please, also we don't live there and depend on him for total lawn care and outside house check up.
he also lives in tv.
gene swords 325-259-9631

[CharTalk]

I'm moving to Tamarind Grove in 2 weeks. On the following Monday I'm having new landscaping put in by CustomScapes on Hwy 441. The young couple who own the company (Lance & Sara) are good listeners, seem very knowledgeable, and are very responsive (so far.) Of course, the actual work isn't done yet but they have tons of customers in The Villages and everything I've seen I've liked A LOT - that's how I found them. I'll be able to say more after the work is finished, but you might want to check them out. Phone: 352.315.9600.

[grrr rex]

I thought the Courtyard Villas had very tiny front yards. Why would one need a landscaper?

[Uptown Girl]

Hi grrr rex!
That's kind of like saying, "Why would one want frosting on a Birthday Cake?"
(I'm just being a kid this morning! :icon_wink:)
Actually, TV does a very good job of making the landscaping more than presentable on a new CYV... and yes, the space out front is modest. (Back yards vary in size however, and some are quite abundant in space, therefore have more landscaping) They do vary the plantings from house to house, which I think is thoughtful and don't skimp on the number of plants at all.

But, some of us have preferences for this or that, and as CYV's are purchased from existing inventory, the owners make their changes afterwards.

As an example, one of our neighbors has pooches that nibble greenery on occasion and they had a number of holly bushes around their villa. Holly berries can be very toxic to dogs, so they had a landscaper come and replace them with something friendlier to their pets.
Everyone in TV is responsible for taking care of their own grounds... mowing, pruning, watering, etc. Some do it all themselves, some use landscaping services of their choosing.

That's one of the things I love here. I have previously lived in townhouse associations where all was done for me, not by knowledgeable landscapers, but done by the guy giving the lowest bid. There are many doofuses out there
who think they're landscapers.
Anyway, I see you are new to the forum, so let me extend a welcome to you!
You'll enjoy it here!

[Connie Cockcroft]

Well, put, Uptown Girl. We have a large courtyard, which was quite modestly landscaped when we purchased it. Since pickup trucks, and tools were in PA, and we lack all knowledge regarding Florida plants, it was absolutely necessary to hire a landscaper. We were delighted with the services of Stellar Residential Residential Services.
Hi grrr rex!
That's kind of like saying, "Why would one want frosting on a Birthday Cake?"
(I'm just being a kid this morning! :icon_wink:)
Actually, TV does a very good job of making the landscaping more than presentable on a new CYV... and yes, the space out front is modest. (Back yards vary in size however, and some are quite abundant in space, therefore have more landscaping) They do vary the plantings from house to house, which I think is thoughtful and don't skimp on the number of plants at all.

But, some of us have preferences for this or that, and as CYV's are purchased from existing inventory, the owners make their changes afterwards.

As an example, one of our neighbors has pooches that nibble greenery on occasion and they had a number of holly bushes around their villa. Holly berries can be very toxic to dogs, so they had a landscaper come and replace them with something friendlier to their pets.
Everyone in TV is responsible for taking care of their own grounds... mowing, pruning, watering, etc. Some do it all themselves, some use landscaping services of their choosing.

That's one of the things I love here. I have previously lived in townhouse associations where all was done for me, not by knowledgeable landscapers, but done by the guy giving the lowest bid. There are many doofuses out there
who think they're landscapers.
Anyway, I see you are new to the forum, so let me extend a welcome to you!
You'll enjoy it here!

[seashorecaroline]

I am getting landscaping done by S. McGowan. Sabrina was highly recommended on TOTV. When Sabrina came to give me an estimate she was extremely pleasant and knowledgeable. Once I decided to use her she required no deposit. She is quite busy so my landscaping will be done in two weeks. Can't wait till it is done! You can check out her website at designbymcgowan.com.

[THE NEWCOMER]

I'm moving into Cottonwood Villa's can you please tell me who to avoid and who you recommend. Thanks

[Connie Cockcroft]

We use Stellar Landscaping and so do other neighbors in Cottonwood. Marty Rouse is the owner and he has a great crew. He takes care of out couryard, but he also did some great landscaping for us. You can reach Stellar at 352-553-2597. The only one I know to avoid is somebody named "Carlos". In private messaging I would give you more information about why.

[D&Lsunfun]

we changed to Stellar, after meeting and talking to him and seeing what a hard worker he and his crew are, we made that right choice. also he does many jobs, he is an all in one company, even power washes.
give him a call:
marty stellar: 352-553-2597

[seashorecaroline]

I have been using Kirk's Lawn Service who came highly recommended. I recently received a letter from The Villages with recommended companies for lawn care, landscapers, termite and pest control companies and was pleased to see John Kirk was on the list. He not only does mowing but also fertilizing and power washing. When I met him the first thing he gave me were copies of his license and insurance papers. He does not require any money up front and no contract to sign. His number is 352-348-9725.

I am having landscaping done in two weeks and through various recommendations on TOTV I went with Sabrina McGown. You can check out her website at designbymcgowan.com.

[glwcww]

We just moved to Cottonwood too...and are using Marty and his crew from Stellar...so far, so good! They did our pest control too....I called this am about some ants and they were out right away to reapply and kill!

[CharTalk]

I posted previously that I hired CustomScapes & that I would post a follow-up when the job was done. Well, they finished today and their work FAR EXCEEDED MY EXPECTATIONS. Are they cheap? No. Do they offer value for the money spent? I definitely think so. The plants they put in were so much larger & healthier than what I have seen elsewhere. I also had them put in flagstone on the patio and in the lanai. It looks fabulous. All in all, it totally transformed my small backyard making it an oasis of green where I plan to spend much of my time. I figure I just about doubled my useable living space by creating an environment I know I will enjoy for years to come.

What I liked about Lance (the owner) from the beginning was the fact that he seemed to get my vision (even though I knew squat about Florida plants.) Now that I see the results I KNOW he got me (and you can ask my husband - that's not always easy to do!)

So for anyone who wants a high quality job for a fair price, I would give my unqualified endorsement of CustomScapes.

[CharTalk]

I thought the Courtyard Villas had very tiny front yards. Why would one need a landscaper?


What I got with my standard landscaping was not very inviting. I hired a great landscaper (CustomScapes) and I now have a place that we want to spend all our (at home) time in. You don't have to have a Premier home on a golf course to have an inviting outdoor space. (and because a courtyard isn't that big you can go lush without much cost)


Here is what my backyard looked like before I decided to landscape.

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x467/CharTalk/IMGP3885.jpg



Here is that same space after

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x467/CharTalk/IMGP3899.jpg



And a close up

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x467/CharTalk/IMGP3903.jpg



Another Before shot looking the other direction

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x467/CharTalk/IMGP3886.jpg



And the "After"

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x467/CharTalk/IMGP3904.jpg



And notice - no grass!

[tainsley]

What I got with my standard landscaping was not very inviting. I hired a great landscaper (CustomScapes) and I now have a place that we want to spend all our (at home) time in. You don't have to have a Premier home on a golf course to have an inviting outdoor space. (and because a courtyard isn't that big you can go lush without much cost)


Here is what my backyard looked like before I decided to landscape.

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x467/CharTalk/IMGP3885.jpg



Here is that same space after

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x467/CharTalk/IMGP3899.jpg



And a close up

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x467/CharTalk/IMGP3903.jpg



Another Before shot looking the other direction

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x467/CharTalk/IMGP3886.jpg



And the "After"

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x467/CharTalk/IMGP3904.jpg



And notice - no grass!

Very nice indeed! We have a CYV in Montbrook Villas that we will landscape. Thanks for posting pix and recommending Custom Scapes.

[tainsley]

Me again. What kind of palm tree is in the corner and how tall will it get? Also, what are the low fern- like plants? Thanks

[dcas1]

Thanks for this name and number. We also are moving to Tamarind Grove soon. I tryed the number you gave but it did not go through as an accurate number. Could there be an incorrect digit somewhere? I will try again if you would be so kind to repost the number. Thanks--can't wait to get there and begin meeting all of the TOTV nice people!!

[CharTalk]

I'm still learning but the Sugar Palm behind the waterfallwont get much larger. I'm texting in car (hobby driving, don't worry) i'll try to remember to check when I get home.

I believe the other plant you are referring to is the Lily of the Nile.

[tainsley]

I'm still learning but the Sugar Palm behind the waterfallwont get much larger. I'm texting in car (hobby driving, don't worry) i'll try to remember to check when I get home.

I believe the other plant you are referring to is the Lily of the Nile.

Thanks for the info. Again your yard looks so nice and tranquil!

[CharTalk]

Thanks for this name and number. We also are moving to Tamarind Grove soon. I tryed the number you gave but it did not go through as an accurate number. Could there be an incorrect digit somewhere? I will try again if you would be so kind to repost the number. Thanks--can't wait to get there and begin meeting all of the TOTV nice people!!


Did I give the wrong number? Sorry. It's 352.315.9600.

And welcome to Tamarind Grove! Did you know we have monthly socials (2nd Monday of the month) at Fish Hawk Rec Center? Last time (and our only meeting) was at 5:30. It was Potluck. Info is posted on bulletin board where we pick up mail. Left side when facing mailboxes from the parking lot. I didn't find it for several weeks because my mailbox is in the back and I always went around the right side. Good info there so check it out.

Im still moving in so have only met a few people but I can tell you its a great neighborhood! Enjoy!

Char

[Uptown Girl]

Me again. What kind of palm tree is in the corner and how tall will it get? Also, what are the low fern- like plants? Thanks

The ferns in the photo are foxtail ferns. ( Nice job, overall!)

[tainsley]

The ferns in the photo are foxtail ferns. ( Nice job, overall!)

Thank you! I just think they are so beautiful! :smiley:

[Hawkmom3]

Did you end up with this srevice?

[pintquart]

If you want to PM me I will tell you about a company you definitely want to avoid. They go into new neighborhoods and do a good job but they are non-responsive to problems you may encounter afterward. I've always believed that service after the sale is as important as the sale itself and when it comes to landscaping it is even more important. My neighbor, who also used them, is having the same problem.

I am interested in who this company is cause I just had a similar problem and need to hire someone to pull out my dead palm and put in a new one.