Plant Care Services in Tacoma, fircrest and University Place

Now accepting new clients. I provide thoughtful, science-based plant care for homes and businesses, tailored to your space and your plants’ needs.

Services start at $75/hour.*


Every plant and every space is unique, so I don’t work from a fixed service menu. Instead, I offer attentive, customized care based on your goals. Browse the examples below to see how clients use my expertise for indoor plant care, outdoor container maintenance, and one-on-one plant coaching.

If you have an idea of what I can do for you, or if you’d like to brainstorm creative solutions for your plants, please contact me to start the conversation.

  • As we transition into fall, it’s the perfect time to tidy gardens and prepare plants for cooler weather. Clients often bring me in to:

    • Prune and deadhead to put gardens to bed for winter

    • Refresh or replant containers with autumn color and structure

    • Mulch or relocate outdoor plants for cold-weather protection

    • Transition houseplants indoors, checking for pests and repotting if needed

    • Provide guidance on adjusting watering and fertilization routines for the slower season

  • I provide customized care to keep your houseplants healthy, vibrant, and growing. Clients often ask me to:

    • Repot plants that have outgrown their containers

    • Handle weekly watering and feeding (including during travel)

    • Perform monthly health check-ups to catch issues early

    • Recommend placement based on light, access, and aesthetics

    • Propagate favorite plants to share or expand a collection

  • I help clients care for their gardens, containers, and outdoor plantings with a thoughtful, science-based approach. Services include:

    • Relocating shrubs to better-suited spots in the yard

    • Pruning and deadheading with selective cuts that support plant health and shape

    • Corrective pruning for shrubs recovering from harsh or improper cuts

    • Identifying existing plantings for new homeowners

    • Designing and planting seasonal containers for color and structure

    • Tackling small weeding projects

    • Selecting and applying fertilizers suited to soil and plant needs

    • Setting up and handling regular watering during busy seasons or travel

  • The plants are already the experts—but I offer guidance for clients who want to learn alongside them. Instruction can include:

    • Choosing proper placement for indoor and outdoor plants

    • Identifying existing plants in a new-to-you landscape

    • Practicing repotting, planting, pruning, and watering techniques to build confidence and skill

    Whether you’re just starting out or hoping to deepen your plant knowledge, I’m happy to share what I know.

*If you have a beloved plant in poor health, I offer off-site rehabilitation for 50–75% of the cost of replacement. Recovery can take time, and while success isn’t guaranteed, I’ll give your plant every chance to thrive again.

Ready to give your plants the care they deserve? I’m currently accepting new clients in Tacoma, Fircrest, and University Place. Contact me to schedule plant care services or a consultation.