How is fine gardening different from a landscaper?

Fine gardening focuses on horticulture, plant health, and design intent with hand pruning, soil work, and seasonal planning, rather than basic mowing or blowing.

Do you really show up on time?

Yes. We operate route-based schedules by neighborhood and provide photo/checklist updates after each visit.

Do you handle irrigation and water use?

We audit, tune, and manage drip systems and smart controllers, and we plan drought-tolerant plantings to reduce water use while keeping gardens healthy.

Do you guarantee plants?

We source premium plants and advise on best practices during establishment. Because site conditions vary, we coordinate replacements as needed.

We don’t offer weekly lawn-only mowing, large hardscapes, or high-risk tree work. We coordinate trusted partners when these services are needed.

How much does fine gardening cost in Pleasanton?

Every garden is custom. Most Pleasanton clients invest $X–$Y per month depending on size, plant density, complexity, and season. We start with a free initial walk-thru; an optional Site Evaluation is available for $195 for the first hour and $125/hr thereafter. Minimum monthly service applies.

Do you work with Pleasanton’s watering rules?

Yes. We program schedules to comply with current City of Pleasanton/Zone 7 guidelines and adjust for seasonal changes using drip-forward design, hydro-zoning, mulch strategy, and smart-controller tuning.

Fine Gardening in Pleasanton, CA

Horticulturist-led care tuned for Pleasanton’s hot summers, cool-wet winters, and valley winds, hand pruning, four-season color, and drip-smart irrigation so you enjoy the results, not the upkeep.

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Fine gardening in Pleasanton means planning for heat, wind, and clay/alluvial soils especially across Ruby Hill, Kottinger Ranch, Vintage Hills, and the 580 corridor. West-facing fronts need heat-tolerant, low-water color and deep mulch; foothill slopes benefit from composting, corrected drip zones, and staking through summer. Cool nights and occasional frost pockets shape pruning and planting windows, while HOA curb-appeal standards keep entries and streetscapes in focus. Our horticulturist-led team builds a seasonal plan for your exact site, entry containers on refresh cycles, careful pruning for roses and ornamentals, and irrigation right-sizing that preserves bloom without waste. We run a dedicated Pleasanton route (94566/94588), arrive on schedule, and send photo notes after every visit.

Why Gardens in Pleasanton Need a Different Approach

Tri‑Valley microclimate: Hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters with big day‑night swings call for water‑wise palettes and smart timing for planting and pruning.
Winds & exposure: Afternoon valley winds and strong west‑facing sun require staking, deep mulching, and resilient, heat‑tolerant selections.
Terrain & soils: Foothill slopes and heavy clay/alluvial soils (Ruby Hill/Kottinger foothills, Vintage Hills) benefit from soil building, drip layout, and proper root zones.
Wildlife pressure: Deer on the hillsides, especially near open space, call for strategic placement and deer‑resistant choices.

Our Services
(What’s Included in Fine Gardening)

Fine Garden Maintenance: Bed care, hand weeding, deadheading, edging, mulching, tidy finishes, visit after visit.
Hand Pruning & Plant Training: Structural pruning for shrubs/ornamentals within safe reach; bloom‑time timing; long‑term vigor.
Seasonal Color & Containers: Four‑season interest with scheduled refreshes for entrances, courtyards, and patios.
Soil Health & Composting: Compost/top‑dressing, mulch strategy, soil biology, and drainage improvements.
Irrigation Audits & Tune‑Ups: Drip optimization, emitter right‑sizing, smart controllers, seasonal run‑time adjustments.
Plant Sourcing & Renovations: Right plant/right place with heat‑ and drought‑aware, deer‑resistant palettes; bed refreshes and subtle design enhancements.
Seasonal Refresh Plans: A clear calendar for color, pruning, feeding, and watering, shared before the season starts.
Quiet, Eco‑Sensitive Practices: Hand tools where possible, no blowers or trimmers; integrated pest management; lighting & water‑feature checks.

If you’re looking for a ‘mow and blow’ service, this is not that. We use quiet hand tools, eco‑sensitive practices, and horticultural care aligned with Bay‑Friendly principles.

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How Our Route‑Based Care Works

Free Initial Walk‑Thru
A Fine Gardening Specialist meets you on‑site to understand your garden, goals, and priorities, and to estimate time and investment.
Optional Site Evaluation & Analysis
A deeper evaluation is available ($195 for the first hour, $125 each additional). We assess plant health, soils (with optional lab analysis), sun/shade, hydro‑zones, irrigation and lighting, and provide prioritized recommendations.
Ongoing Fine Gardening (Route‑Based)
The same vetted crew arrives on a predictable neighborhood route. After each visit, you receive photo + checklist updates, irrigation notes, and proactive next steps.

Pricing & Availability

Free initial walk‑thru to scope needs; optional Site Evaluation is $195 for the first hour, $125/hr thereafter.

Minimum monthly service applies. Routes book up seasonally.

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What Pleasanton Clients Say

“Divine Gardens keeps our Pleasanton landscape thriving through the heat. The pruning is thoughtful, irrigation is dialed, and our entry pots always look fresh.”

— Pleasanton homeowner

FAQs (Service Area)

Fine gardening is horticulturist‑led, detail‑oriented care focused on plant health and design intent. We hand‑prune, plan for four‑season interest, build soils, and actively manage irrigation, not just mow and blow.

Yes. We operate route‑based schedules by neighborhood, so your crew arrives consistently. After each visit, you’ll receive photo/checklist updates and next‑step recommendations.

Absolutely. We perform irrigation audits and tune‑ups, set smart controllers, and design with drought‑tolerant and native plants to reduce water use while keeping plants healthy.

We source from trusted growers and stand behind our work. Because site conditions vary, performance can differ; we’ll advise on establishment and coordinate replacements if needed.

Weekly lawn‑only mowing, large hardscapes, tree work beyond safe reach, or synthetic turf. When a project calls for it, we coordinate trusted partners and remain your advocate.

Yes. We program schedules to comply with current City of Pleasanton/Zone 7 guidelines and adjust for seasonal changes. Expect drip‑forward design, hydro‑zoning, mulch strategy, and smart‑controller tuning to keep water use efficient while protecting plant health.

Yes. Both neighborhoods are on our Tri‑Valley route. Hillside exposure, winds, clay soils, and deer pressure are familiar conditions; availability varies by route. Request your garden quote to confirm a start date.

Final Step & Service Area

Ready for an elegant, low‑stress garden?

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Neighborhoods: Ruby Hill, Kottinger Ranch, Vintage Hills, Del Prado, Happy Valley, Downtown Pleasanton, Pleasanton Heights, Harvest Park, Val Vista, Stoneridge, Mohr Park.

ZIP codes served: 94566, 94588.

Trust & Standards: Licensed & insured • Workers’ comp • Eco‑friendly practices / IPM • CA CSLB #968520 • Burbank Botanical DBA Divine Gardens • 21659 Tanglewood Dr, Castro Valley, CA 94546.