Reviews of For Your Gardens' Needs (Gardener)

Mona Lindquist

Bret de Zordo and his gardening guru's have been a Godsend. From landscape design to monthly maintenance the work has been exceptional. As a native San Franciscan, who now lives in the heart of the Marin community, Bret brings first-hand knowledge of native and non-native plants that will thrive in this area. At the same time, he understands the challenges our local wildlife presents keeping those plants thriving and surviving. Bret is a collaborator and excellent communicator. He works with you to understand your vision as his client and creates a garden that reflects your aesthetic through his creative eye. He will not let you go down a path that will bring disappointment and frustration - he is honest and forthright about what will and will not work in your garden in your particular micro-climate. His passion and respect for design in nature are evident in his work. Thank you, Bret and FYGN Crew! I love my garden!

Barbara Kamholz

I wouldn't go near this firm. I was told that I could pick the plants for my backyard "re-do;" they were all picked out when we went to the nursery and it was clear that my suggestions were not wanted. I did not like the result; favorites that I was looking forward to were left out, and it seemed clear that my choices were just "not right." I was told that plants that died would be replaced; every time I've tried to get the owner to come to see what has happened, he picks a time I can't meet him and doesn't offer any others. He re-did the sprinkler system and did a good job...except that it doesn't reach the back fence, which is supposed to be covered with vines, that of course will need water. He put shade loving plants like ferns in the sun. He packed the mulch so deep that the acid-loving plants are all suffocating. Need I say more? I so wish I had used another firm, but now I am $7000 into this landscaping.

jamie close

For Your Gardens' Needs recently helped update and improve our garden and we couldn't be happier! Bret was great about returning calls and emails in a timely manner. He initially took the time to really get to know us and what it was we wanted, even when we weren't in agreement ourselves. His crew was professional and the end product is a peaceful and beautiful garden which we appreciate every day. I highly recommend Bret for his professionalism, ability to listen, make decisions, and the art he creates in a garden!

Beth Amabile

We are thrilled with our garden and how it turned out. Bret and his crew are so friendly and professional.

Alisa La Liberte

I can’t comment on Bret’s end product as I couldn’t get beyond the snobby attitude. I contacted him to redo about 600 square foot. Small, I get it. However, I’m accustomed to contractors that don’t accept small jobs offering a name or two of independent guys. We both live in the small town of fairfax. I’m new to the area and don’t know the names or reputation of any contractors. I just found Bret to be unfriendly and not helpful in telling me all of his colleagues are busy too.

John Lindsey

We originally wanted FYGN to clean up our back yard. Bret came by and assessed our "situation". Along with general weeding and pruning he made some recommendations about ground cover, irrigation and putting in a stone pathway. His crew came in and was efficient and respectful of the property. It is like a whole new yard.

Greg Robison

They helped me move to a drought-resistant yard and it saved a lot of water last year, while getting even more beautiful this spring. Love their work!