Landscaper 36 (Spotlight

Best Landscaper GardenCrafters Landscape and Design

Plants are the passion of Mark Olson, owner of GardenCrafters Landscape and Design, who creates custom outdoor sanctuaries designed for entertaining, fun in the sun, quiet retreats, and more. Beautifying the landscapes for East Bay residents for more than 30 years, Olson has perfected a variety of styles and designs to satisfy tastes and lifestyles from Mediterranean, Tuscan, and modern urban designs, a habitat garden and English flower garden to a meditation garden, woodland retreat, or a poolside bar. Inspired by his travels throughout North American, Latin America, Europe, and Asia and armed with degrees in horticulture and design, Olson is an expert in every aspect of design and installation. He believes the outdoor space is an extension of a home. He designs and installs creative decks, patios, shade structures, arbors, and walls to create private outdoor venues in addition to outdoor kitchens and fireplaces and inviting gathering spaces for family and friends. He also designs state-of-the-art outdoor lighting to dramatically illuminate the garden settings and water features, including waterfalls, fountains, pools, and ponds. An expert in plant placement and design, his horticulture expertise finds the right plant for the right location and climate zone so your garden can thrive. He is also the author of several published articles on topics that include erosion control, wildlife in the garden, and landscaping in the lower foothills.

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