Frequently Asked Questions
What should I expect from a garden consultation?
During your garden consultation, we will visit your space and discuss your gardening goals! We will work with you to pick out the location for the garden, talk through options for materials, and plan the design that will look best. Following our visit, you will receive an itemized estimate and a design for your new garden space!
What if my space doesn’t get a lot of sun?
When we visit for your consultation, we find the spot that gets the most sun. If there isn’t any full sun area in your yard, that is ok! We can still grow plants that do not require as much sun, like greens and herbs.
I don’t have a lot of yard space. Would I still be able to have a garden?
Not a problem! You don’t need a ton of space for a garden. We can create a raised bed that will fit your space.
If you only have some porch or balcony space we can get you set up with pots or one of our starter garden options.
I have no experience gardening. How will I be successful?
Gardening is a skill that will take time to learn - but we are here to help you every step of the way!
We will get you started with the right set up, which will take away most of the frustration of starting something that feels foreign. After your garden is in, we are here to help as much as you would like.
Whether you need our help taking care of your garden regularly or want to learn to garden yourself through our online educational platform, Monarch Garden Society, you’ll get the support you need from our team!
I want a garden for the fresh herbs and vegetables, but I don’t think I have time to keep up with maintaining a garden.
No problem! We offer garden maintenance year round! We do the hard work, you enjoy the harvest!
How much food should I expect to get out of my garden?
Unfortunately, we won’t eliminate trips to the grocery store for you - but you can say goodbye to buying some things, like chives and oregano! We pack all our beds with herbs as most of them grow year round, other veggies will be plentiful in the seasons that they grow. You will always have something that can be harvested in the garden.
I already have a garden space, but could really use some help. How can Monarch help me?
We offer education for new and experienced gardeners in our online educational platform, Monarch Garden Society. We also offer garden maintenance to take the hard work off your shoulders while you enjoy the harvest.
I want to work in the garden myself, but how will I know what to plant?
We love that you are wanting to get your hands in the dirt too! However, figuring out what can be planted and when can be stressful. We are here to help make this easier through Monarch Garden Society and our online plant and compost ordering services.
Monarch Garden Society is our online educational platform for new and experienced gardeners. We teach you how to successfully garden in Houston’s tricky climate with daily, weekly, and monthly opportunities to learn and connect.
In our online plant ordering shop, we only sell plants that can be planted in the current season, and we won’t sell you a plant that won’t be able to produce before the next season. What could be easier than getting the right plants (and compost) delivered right to your doorstep?
Lastly, we post what we are planting, as well as tips and tricks for those plants on our Instagram feed!
How do I know if I am located close enough to receive your services?
We are located in Houston, Texas, and generally service clients within the following neighborhood areas; Piney Point, Bunker Hill, Spring Branch, Memorial, Hunter’s Creek, Uptown, River Oaks, Tanglewood, Montrose, West U, Bellaire, Brasewood, Heights, Garden Oaks and areas in-between/nearby.
We are more than happy to travel further - don’t hesitate to reach out! Fill out this form and we will contact you with options for getting started!
I am interested in attracting more pollinators to my space. How can you help me with that?
We would love to help with your landscape design! Planting Texas-native, drought tolerant, frost tolerant plants is a great way to invite more pollinators to your yard.
How much should I expect to spend on a turnkey garden?
We use high quality materials to make sure your garden will be successful and long lasting. A turnkey garden will start around $5,000.00. The price varies largely on the needs of your space, and the size of the garden you are looking to start. We are here to make this a worthwhile investment in your home and landscaping - and save you the from the frustrations of learning on your own.
How much should I expect to pay upfront?
We require a 50% deposit to get you on the installation schedule. The remainder of costs will be due following the installation.
How long will it take to install my new garden?
Installations generally occur 2 - 6 weeks following deposit. Once your deposit is in, we get started on ordering your materials for your garden. Some beds or landscaping materials take longer than others to manufacture.
Most of our gardens take 1-3 days to be fully installed.
