Ross NW Watergardens in Portland

Working with Ben and his team was a breeze. They understood our vision and executed on it perfectly. Very happy with the work that they did for us.

Amazing work, designs are beautiful and well laid out/ explained in the process, very professional.

Ben and his team were excellent! We started with just a design and knew immediately that we wanted to continue work with him through installation. Great quality work, fair pricing and amazing communication along the way.

Ben is knowledgeable, communicative, easy to work with, generous! Very up to date on latest xeriscaping and ecolawns.

I found Ross NW Watergardens after researching Japanese gardens and deciding to have one installed in our backyard. From the moment that I contacted the company I knew that I had made the right choice. Ben responded to my inquiries very quickly and we arranged a meeting to discuss possibilities. After the initial meeting, Ben sent us a proposal for our consideration. Upon finalizing the plan after our input, a date was set to begin the work. Due to a heavy schedule the actual work began about a month after our target date. The wait was worth it!! The installation crew led by Efrain was excellent. They were efficient, neat and very talented. Efrains work on our patio as well as his execution of the garden design was above and beyond our expectations. We are absolutely delighted with the results! Given the cooperation and care exhibited by both Ben and Joe Bowen as well as the talent and expertise of the installation crew, I would highly recommend Ross NW Watergardens.

Ben and the entire crew at Ross NW Watergardens were amazing to work with. We love how the design turned out, and the process was so easy (and completed ahead of schedule)! Highly recommend

Ben and the team at Ross NW Watergardens were an absolute joy to work with. For our backyard renovation we were looking for Palm Springs function/design aesthetic with (mostly) Northwest native plants for low water and low maintenance needs. His company delivered what we wanted, flawlessly. We had heard many contractor horror stories over the years (abandoning projects, etc) but felt like this would not be an issue with Ross NW due to Ben s very thorough communication right from the start. He was upfront with what we should expect to pay, the expected timeline from design to completion, and about other projects that were currently in process that may affect ours. Ben s attention to detail and ease of explaining abstract concepts is right where it needs to be. We truly hit the jackpot choosing this company for our renovation. Ben was exceptional from the initial meeting and throughout the design process where he was never dogmatic about his design and welcomed any changes we had to the layout or plant selection. He gave many great recommendations but was never pushy about which direction we should go. Once work began, his crew was respectful of our home and our adjacent neighbors. Ben checked in on-site throughout the project and was always in communication with us, via email, about what was coming up next, and any scheduling issues. It has been surreal to see how well this project moved from design to completion and we have is this really our backyard!? moments every time we go outside. It s incredible to have such a serene space to relax and entertain in, and a space that rivals the landscape architecture of many hotels we ve stayed in. Ross NW Watergardens made it happen and if they did it for us, they can do it for you. Don t hesitate to contact these folks.

Ben and his team were truly amazing to work with. We love that its a local family business. From the start, the process and communication was straight forward and we appreciated their expertise to bring our backyard vision to life. They went above and beyond and were super flexible due to a few weather hiccups out of anyones control. We highlight recommend them and will be using them for any future projects. Thanks!

Ben and his team were wonderful to work with. In the design phase, Ben came up with very good starting concepts and listened to us very well in later design versions. About 1/2 through the process we realized we wanted to switch something in the design and Ben and team were very flexible and presented good solutions, which we really appreciated. Would recommend to anyone looking for a modern landscape!

We can t say enough good things about Ross NW Watergardens! Ben and his team were exactly what we were looking for with our landscaping project. He listened to what we were looking for, provided insights and design ideas that fit within our budget and answered all of our many questions. He also provided thoughtful updates throughout the entire process, which was much appreciated. He has an extremely skilled team that s friendly, works quickly and does quality work. Overall, we are extremely pleased with the end result and look forward to enjoying the beautiful backyard that Ross NW Watergardens created for us!

I had a large pond with outdated barrel filters that needed updating. I also wanted it made more shallow and easier to care for. Ben came out promptly, discussed options and understood exactly what I wanted. He listened to my wants and as a gardener, I appreciated his flexibility when discussing plants and design. His crew came out promptly and in about 5 days, everything was completed, from re-purposing old rock, to re-laying pavers perfectly spaced and in a pleasing pattern. They were very respectful of existing hardscape and plantings taking care of sidewalks and driveway when unloading materials. I was able to work with them to move plants into other spaces in my yard. The new plants Ben specd out for me look perfect. In addition, they were able to update my low voltage lighting. The pond was a bit of an eyesore and now its easy to maintain and pleasing to look at and sit by. I really wanted my frogs to come back and this past week, theyre back in full force! The two mallards that come every spring came back this week too! They didnt seem to mind that the pond was a bit smaller.

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After completing a whole house renovation, we were ready to embark upon a landscape makeover to match our contemporary/Asian themed home. Our mission was to find someone who could design and install landscaping to tie our house and yard together. After interviewing two other landscape designers, we found our perfect match with Ben Bowen and Ross NW Watergardens. Ben met (and exceeded) our list of desires for our yard, starting with his keen ability to envision what we could not imagine. He quickly saw through the existing, worn-out mish-mash of trees, plants and grass that had been cobbled together over seventy years of planting. After accepting his thorough proposal, which confirmed all that we had discussed, his crew went to work. Ben did an excellent job of communicating with us from beginning to end. The project came in within budget and was completed in the 3-week timeframe he had promised. His knowledge of plants, trees, boulders, landscape lighting, irrigation and other landscape details gave us confidence during the undertaking. The quality of all materials used was top notch, including healthy, happy plants, grasses and trees. Ben was always available when we had questions, and we knew that he had our back should anything go awry. The entire crew at Ross NW Watergardens was knowledgeable, efficient, hard working, and respectful of our space while there. We would not hesitate to recommend Ben and Ross NW Watergardens to anyone looking for landscape design and/or installation.

With a summer of staying home, this was the year to tackle our yard projects. Although we had a rough idea of what we wanted, we did not have the creativity or knowledge of what would work well for our needs nor where to put everything. We reached out to a couple of landscape experts. Ben was very communicative, has very detailed descriptions of the services provided and a design sense we identified with. We have a small yard and sensible budget. Ben was open to the our ideas and any changes we proposed. He was able to work within our means and put together a really great design that were very pleased with. Well end up with a yard that is pleasant all year round without requiring constant maintenance. We think part of the fun of having a yard is getting your hands dirty, so were currently working on implementing Bens design ourselves. However, we knew some things were a little too big to handle ourselves. Ross NW helped us with a crew to install a gorgeous paver patio. Again they were conscious of our budget and we could not be happier with results. Thanks Jose! The few people who have seen the work have been blown away by the transformation so far and we cant wait until weve completed our part of the plan and get to enjoy the final result.

Ben and his team are hands down the best contractors to have worked on our home since we moved in. Our experience includes at least 10 different groups over the last 5 and a half years for a variety of large and small projects. Why so exceptional? A few key reasons: * excellent communication at all phases * top quality work: both design and execution * reasonable quote & adhered to, if not slightly under * timely once the project started * respectful, thoughtful team on site Our project was modest (small backyard leveling, sodding, simple landscaping and minor hardscaping) but Ben s design guidance and his team s skill helped them overdeliver. We couldn t be happier with the end result, it turned out much better than we ever envisioned. We can t recommend the Ross NW team highly enough!

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Ben and his team were easy to work with, communicated everything clearly and did great work. We re thrilled with both process and results!

Just finished a project with Ross NW Watergardens. I highly recommend them. Ben and the crew were professional and easy to work with. We came to them with some general ideas and areas that needed addressed and they were right in sync with what we needed. Great sense of style.

One stop shopping for your landscaping needs! Ben is extremely knowledgeable and helped us out in places that weren t even on our radar (I missed out on the family green thumb.) We have a small yard so they were able to come by a few times in a two week period to get the job done. Although our yard is small, they did almost everything (irrigation repairs, fence, sod, removal of weeds, and planting.) It had only been about a month since we completed the project but I can tell everything was made with the highest quality and will last. I get compliments from my neighbors whenever they walk by!

Since Ive had my landscaping redone, Ive been getting nonstop compliments on how good my property looks. Communication about the upcoming project was great, and the crew works incredibly fast but also with care and attention to detail. I would definitely recommend Ross NW Watergardens!

Ross NW Watergardens did an amazing transformation of my home s landscaping. Ben was very knowledgeable and listened thoughtfully to my ideas for the landscaping. He made great suggestions and was able to answer all my questions. The crews that Ben assigned to my project were professional, courteous and very hardworking. When an unexpected issue came up, Ben was on it right away and was totally committed to resolving the issue in the best possible way for me. I highly recommend Ross NW Watergardens for their knowledge, skill and integrity.

Ross NW was incredibly easy to work with from start to finish. My project was on the smaller end, but I still felt like they prioritized my project and kept me updated every step of the way. The finished product is amazing and has totally transformed my backyard space. I would highly recommend them to anyone who is considering a landscaping or hardscaping project.

Ben and the entire crew were all amazing to work with from the initial consultation through completion of our project. Ben took the time to carefully explain each element of the design proposal to make sure we understood all the necessary details. We encountered a few delays with the crazy winter snowstorms and some unexpected issues (none of which were the fault of Ross NW Watergardens) and Ben and the team went above and beyond to help us resolve them while keeping open communication throughout the project. The end result was better than we could have expected and we are thrilled with how everything turned out!

I can happily give Ben and his crew 5 stars! He was able to navigate our ideas, translate them into a cohesive scheme and direct his able crew to make it a reality. We couldnt be more pleased, having been left with an unfinished yard in a newly constructed house. His design complemented the aesthetic of the house and makes it a pleasure to drive up! They are also prompt, keep to a schedule and communicate readily.

Ross NW Watergardens completely redid our front and back yards, from design through completion. The design was great, and the execution was quick and painless. They listened carefully to my needs and wants, and gave me a plan that met them while remaining in my budget. All I did was look out my window and watch the magic happen. What a pleasure!

Ross NW Watergardens have completed two projects for us in the past 2 years. Both times they have exceeded our expectations! Ben is very responsive and provided excellent suggestions and input. Jose & his guys did the work, and I cant say enough good things about them as well. The plan was well communicated, they arrived when they said they would, they did what we expected and they cleaned up when finished. On top of that, they are always super nice and kind. And our yard looks fabulous! :) Thanks guys!!

We really enjoyed the design discussion with Ben. He pushed us just a little bit to explore some unfamiliar concepts, but was very good about recognizing the general sense of what we were after. Joe did a great job of explaining the design to the crew, and it was a lot of fun to watch things unfold day by day. Ephrian was the crew leader and a real artist at placing elements such as large stones. It was obvious that the same attention to cohesive design was shared by Ben, Joe, and Ephrian. We couldnt be happier with the results!

Ben and his Dad did an excellent job on our property in Lake Oswego. They installed an outstanding 4 zone sprinkler system, they repaired a damaged seawall, and they installed two gravel paths for us. They were reasonably priced, prompt in their service, and extremely knowledgeable about landscaping. I would recommend them to anyone. We had a minor problem with one our sprinklers, and Ben responded immediately. A great company!!

I contacted four different companies for quotes to get my small urban backyard turned into a patio. Two of the companies never bothered to return me a quote. Ben and his team at Ross NW were the fastest to respond and their quote was much more competitive than the other companies. The work was done in the time frame he promised and I was happy to find that the quoted price was the final price as well. In addition they were able to work their time table around mine nicely and the patio looks beautiful! Would highly recommend them for any project!

Ben and his team of craftsmen did an outstanding job on our total landscape renovation. The design Ben proposed captured all of our wishes and then some. From the initial meeting with Ben, to the daily interaction with the crew, professionalism was evident. The crews attention to detail and craftsmanship made the design come to life. Excellent and timely communication. What a contractor should be.