REELIN' LANDSCAPES
Consultation | Design | Project Management
The Full Story
Reelin' Landscapes is an intentionally small company primarily focused on designing bespoke, sustainable landscapes. It is run by the husband and wife team, Jesse and Elizabeth Allen, and with help from our highly qualified sub-contractors.​
Jesse founded Reelin’ Landscapes, which he started as a teen. He was born and raised on Cape Cod, spending much of his younger years fishing commercially and for pleasure. He briefly attended Massachusetts Maritime Academy but ultimately chose a different path, driven by his passion for working with the land.
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Jesse’s sensible yet inspired approach comes from many years of design, maintenance, and trial and error. He maintains his gardens with an unrelenting passion that keeps him outside long after the workday has ended. His style reflects a consideration of aesthetics and sustainability, and he is the heart and driving force behind Reelin’ Landscapes.
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Elizabeth has been working with Reelin’ Landscapes since 2014 and is hands-on in the garden and behind the scenes. She shares Jesse's passion for creating unique designs and sustainable gardening.
Our
Design
Philosophy
The first step in our process is to identify what you already have, and see if it can be incorporated into a new design
In many cases clients have areas with overgrown perennials, or beds that were over planted. In these cases there is no need to throw out the baby with the bathwater. With proper care and placement transplants will thrive, and the cost of materials will be reduced.
One of our goals is to avoid over planting. If a client wants the look of fully planted beds right away, we will create a multi year plan where some materials are placed with the intention to move them as they get larger.
When considering new plants first priority is given to those that are native and drought tolerant. These plants thrive in our climate, and they are good for the ecosystem.
We also love to incorporate blooming perennials and annuals for interest and color. We can design gardens with the intention of attracting and feeding pollinators, or for cut flowers.
Let’s Work Together
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