Garden Consulting in Grand Rapids
(In-Person or Virtual)
Bestside Blooms offers garden consulting for home gardeners who want clarity, confidence, and a plan that fits their space and lifestyle. My work focuses on thoughtful plant choices, seasonal planting, and realistic maintenance, with an emphasis on sustainable, long-lasting gardens rather than quick fixes.
Consultations are available in-person in Grand Rapids or virtually, so you can get guidance no matter where you are.
If you’re looking for help deciding what to plant, where to plant it, and how to move forward without overwhelm, you’re in the right place.
What’s Included:
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Garden Direction Session – $150
A one-time consult for clarity, reassurance, and next steps.
The Garden Direction Session is a single, focused consultation designed to help you get unstuck and move forward with confidence. We’ll walk through your garden space (or review photos) and talk through layout ideas, plant choices, seasonal timing, and maintenance considerations based on your goals and capacity.
This option is best if you’re looking for professional guidance and a clearer sense of direction, but plan to make final decisions and do the planting yourself.
Includes:- 60-minute in-person or virtual consultation
- Intake questionnaire
- Site walkthrough or photo review
- Verbal recommendations and Q&A
- A short follow-up email with key notes and suggested next steps
- You will also receive our exclusive 12-page Garden Foundations Packet full of seasonal advice, practical resources, pest and problem-solving tips, and more to help your garden thrive.
Not included:- Detailed planting layouts or drawings
- Full plant lists or quantities
- Installation or ongoing support
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Custom Planting Guide – Starting at $475
A clear, visual plan you can follow at your own pace.
The Custom Planting Guide is for gardeners who want a thoughtful, visual plan before they begin planting. This offering combines a consultation with a personalized planting guide so you know exactly what goes where and when - without feeling overwhelmed.
You’ll receive a custom guide created in Canva that reflects your space, goals, and growing conditions, giving you a practical roadmap you can return to throughout the season.
Includes:- 60–90 minute in-person or virtual consultation
- Intake questionnaire
- Site walkthrough or photo review
- 12-page Garden Foundations Packet
Plus a custom Canva planting guide, including:- Garden layout with suggested plant placement
- Plant names and recommended quantities
- Sun, water, and spacing notes
- Seasonal timing and planting priorities
- One round of revisions
- Optional: curated local plant and seed sources
Not included:- Plant purchasing or installation
- Ongoing maintenance or unlimited revisions