Cresce et Flore

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Introduction: I am very attentive to my clients' needs and their satisfaction is my number one priority. I guide my clients through every step of the design process and I help them to adapt their ideas to the existing conditions. I use my knowledge and creativity to offer budget friendly options that can reduce the cost of the work without sacrificing its quality. My goal is to find the design solution that works the best for my clients. I like to combine creative, artistic work with maintenance, planting, weeding and pruning. I use my knowledge of landscape design programs to create my projects on the computer and then follow through with the execution of them. I enjoy the process of transforming a bare or weed-covered yard into a beautiful garden.

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Hired 72 times

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3 employees

9 years in business

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Sasha B.

Sep 14, 2023

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Elena and her team did an excellent job cleaning out overgrown flower beds, planting new plants and mulching. Elena is a knowledgeable and collaborative gardener. We would definitely hire her for other projects in the future. Highly recommend!

Details: Residential • Replace an existing garden • No, I need help buying plants • I don't need a sprinkler or drip system installed • As needed • Weeding • Trimming and edging • Mulching

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Patricia F.

Jul 23, 2023

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Elena is a miracle worker! She transformed the rather bare area around my house into a beautiful garden, and I could not be more pleased. Her vision about what plants would make sense together and her knowledge of the many varieties of trees, shrubs, and flowers was remarkable. She took the time to explain everything to me (a novice gardener), as she and her team transformed my property. They all worked hard from the moment they arrived and the results show. This is a great beginning and I am looking forward to the next phase! Thank you, Elena.

Details: Residential • Replace an existing garden • Maintain an existing garden • I'm flexible • I don't need a sprinkler or drip system installed • No, this is a one-time project • Weeding • Mulching

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Adam W.

May 19, 2023

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Elena was fantastic. We have a large and somewhat complicated garden and she handled with knowledge, creativity and great judgment. She’s a lovely person as is her crew. They seem able to handle most size jobs and are very fair in their pricing. I recommend without any reservations.

Details: Residential • Maintain an existing garden • Large (5,000 - 10,000 sq ft) • No, I need help buying plants • I don't need a sprinkler or drip system installed • As needed • Weeding

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Luissa C.

Mar 30, 2023

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What an incredible experience! As a new homeowner who inherited a gorgeous garden that hadn’t been properly tended in a few years, I was looking for an expert who could help me uncover what was under a tin of leaves and undergrowth and help us get a plan for future enjoyment of our garden. Working with Cresce et Flore was the perfect choice! Professional, knowledgeable, respectful of our budget and on point with an estimate that was exactly what was needed — I am THRILLED with the results and can’t wait to enjoy the season outside our home! I was also given some next steps and plans for how to maintain and evolve what’s here. I am sure we will be calling again in future seasons to add some plants and flowers too! I would recommend them to anyone.

Details: Residential • Maintain an existing garden • Small (1,000 - 2,500 sq ft) • No, I need help buying plants • I don't need a sprinkler or drip system installed • As needed

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Felicia B.

Jun 5, 2022

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Elena and her team were amazing! They did a great job weeding, planting some new items and mulching. They gave my garden exactly what it needed to get the season going. She is now my official go-to for all things gardening. So glad I found her!!

Details: Residential • Maintain an existing garden • Medium (2,500 - 5,000 sq ft) • No, I need help buying plants • I don't need a sprinkler or drip system installed • As needed • Weeding • Mulching

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Elena Telegina

FAQs

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a certificate in Landscape Design from NY Botanical Garden, where I worked as a volunteer for several years. My other experience includes working with several private properties in the NY and RI, as well as designing a garden for the monastery in Russia.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I found my passion in gardening and landscape design when I moved into a brand new house and started transforming my bare surroundings into my dream back yard. I soon realized that I needed professional knowledge to make this dream come true, so I signed up for the NY Botanical Garden's program. There, I not only studied, but volunteered in their numerous gardens and in a few years I received my certificate in landscape design. My passion has lead me to a wonderful career that I hope to pursue for the rest of my life.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Ask for pictures of previous works and clients' reviews.