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The art is investment quality landscaping.
A garden adds beauty to reality. It can make the ordinary magical through practical means.
It can enhance your life and add value to your home. Ambiance Garden Design makes gardening
Into an art which is also an investment, in which each season of the year has its beauty. It’s practically
magical, with dividends in style.

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We are an award winning team of professionals with unique areas of expertise .
   ⁃   We have been acknowledged 3 years in a row as “Best of Houzz”
- We support philanthropy, people, the planet and profits through gardening
       and community outreach.
   ⁃   Our office and clients have been featured on Charlottes prominent Garden tours from 2010-present.
   ⁃   We Host of The Southern Lawn and Garden Radio show
   ⁃   We are State licensed, bonded and certified industry professionals with over 30 years experience.
   ⁃   We are Featured in Charlotte Magazine with a 4 page glossy center spread

We have a company that creates outdoor experiences through, landscapes, lighting, water features, maintenance and social gatherings.

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Client Feedback

Relationship: Client
Project Date: February 2019
Project Price: $10,000 - $49,999
Project Date: August 2018
Project Price: $1,000 - $9,999

November 2018 - Garden Concierge Maintenance
"Quick Summary – Fantastic work – Efficient, knowledgeable and my yard has never looked better.
For those of you who like the detail – Working in the yard and garden has always brought me happiness but when confronted with a medical issue I was no longer able to lift, weed or dig. I had tried other companies but never found the perfect fit where a company worked efficiently and tailored their work to meet my needs until I found Ambiance Garden Design. The owner Suzanne matched me with one of her crew based on my personality and it was a perfect fit. Mike can read my mind and works efficiently and with perfection. Every detail of his work makes my yard and landscaped areas look the best they ever have in 19 years. He weeds, trims, plants and puts his heart into his work. I am a dedicated customer and I thank you!" Dawn Ralph

July 2018 - Project Price $25,000 - $35, 000
Review by Kimberly B.

Comments: Suzanne and her husband are both Master Gardner's - this experience and knowledge base is phenomenal! Great communication, does what she says she going to do. Suzanne and her workers are wonderful & the clean up is great. Design is phenomenal, this is her passion - she comes and checks months afterward! Susanne & Joey ask questions & are very creative! They showed me numerous plants & trees that would work well in my yard! They don't just tell you - they show you actual pictures, so you know what is going on in your yard. I recommend them all the time!

May 2018 - Project Price $15,000 - $20000
Review by Carol S.
Project: Landscape Designer
Comments: Very exited about the work they do and are very available.

July 2018 - Project Price $25,000 - $35, 000
Review by Kimberly B.

Comments: Suzanne and her husband are both Master Gardner's - this experience and knowledge base is phenomenal! Great communication, does what she says she going to do. Suzanne and her workers are wonderful & the clean up is great. Design is phenomenal, this is her passion - she comes and checks months afterward! Susanne & Joey ask questions & are very creative! They showed me numerous plants & trees that would work well in my yard! They don't just tell you - they show you actual pictures, so you know what is going on in your yard. I recommend them all the time!

February 2017 - Project Price $2,000- $3,500Hi Suzanne hope you're enjoying these sunny days. I showed my parents your handiwork in my yard and they were blown away.
We love the transformation!!!

Sept 2016 -  Project Price: $5,000 - $8,999
Just drive by our location to see the incredible transformation Ambiance Garden Design made. The meticulous attention to both design, plant selection and proper planting will make this a landscape that becomes even more beautiful with time. Five Stars does not do justice to the product and service we received. Thanks to Suzanne and her team! Clark Hall Doors Charlotte NCpril

April 2016 Project Price: $10,000 - $49,999
Suzanne is a knowledgeable, trustworthy master gardener, which is apparently a rare find in Charlotte. Her and husband (also a master gardener) along with their small team were a delight to work with and have become friends. Not only did she provide us with a creative design and beautiful, realistic execution - she also helped redirect us from some unlicensed (there are many) self-proclaimed landscapers we were interviewing. My husband and I did weeks of (painful) research before a family friend referred us to Suzanne. We met with a few sketchy folks who did not really know what they were doing and would have ruined our spacious backyard. Suzanne came along, understood our vision, gave us guidance and collaborated with us to design our garden. To do things as naturally and organically as possible was so important to us, and it was a great relief to know that she shared our values. Trust her knowledge, vision and warmth - you will be able to create your own outdoor oasis with Suzanne.

April 2016   Project Price: $9,000 - $16,999
We are absolute fans of Ambiance Garden Design and mostly of Suzanne. She took our dull, tired yard and turned it into an oasis! Our yard (front and back) is a happy haven for birds and bees and a place of peace for us when coming home after a long, hard day at work. Suzanne assessed not only the property but also our life and interests and then transformed our yard into an environment that feels like us - unique and not with a commercial or cookie-cutter landscape - and one that is admired by friends and family. As a master gardener, Suzanne has an incredible memory for color, size, complexity and maintenance of plants and trees. The Ambiance team worked diligently to meet all of their deadlines and came in within the budget we had set. We couldn't recommend Suzanne and the Ambiance Design Team more highly. Cloister Honey Charlotte NC
So happy we found Ambiance Garden Design. Superior knowledge of unusual plants that will fit into the design and budget. Excellent and thoughtful communication and very creative use of space,. We had a neglected, overgrown side yard rarely used, that was transformed into a beautiful flower and plant oasis. Our neighbor called several times to let us know how much she enjoyed looking at it .Already planning the next project with Ambiance Garden Design!!

March 2016  Project Price: $20,000 - $49,999
I cannot say enough good about Ambiance Garden Design! We built a new home in 2015 and hired Ambiance to design gardens and the landscape. My husband and I both love gardens but are not true gardeners ourselves. Suzanne brought a fabulous sense of design and aesthetic to the project which was complemented wonderfully by her master gardener training and knowledge. We now have gorgeous gardens (just 1 year after the plants were installed) that are easy to maintain, beautiful all year round and the envy of our street. Neighbors regularly stop to compliment us on the wow factor of our yard and gardens. I have also been impressed by Suzanne's integrity. She follows up and if there is any problem, she finds a way to solve it. Bunnies ate the black-eyed Susans in one bed. Suzanne researched plants that would not be attractive to bunnies, and replaced them with gorgeous, flowering bunny-proof plants. If you are looking to design or install gardens that will give you endless pleasure, Ambiance Garden Design is a great choice!

July 2015 - Project Price: $10,000 - $15,999
Ambiance Garden Design was a lifesaver. In addition to always meeting deadlines, proposing creative ideas and doing topnotch work, Suzanne saved us time and money by spotting major drainage issues in our yard. She went above and beyond, pushing our house builder to do the right thing and working tirelessly on our behalf to get things right. I wish everyone I hire had Suzanne's talent, work ethic and creativity!

August 2015 -  Matthews Village of St Andrew- Project Price: $5,000 - $7,999
“Ever plan for something and get so much more than expected? Ambiance Garden Design’s Suzanne Wilkerson and her crew did that for me. A four-year search for help in adding interest and color to the landscaped area around my new patio home resulted in failure. After experiencing many dead flowering plants, broken contractor appointments and rejections for a small landscaping project, I was losing hope. Several months ago leaving a “big box” store I found an Ambiance Garden Design car parked next to me. A tap on its window, an introduction, a business card, a telephone call and a home visit from Suzanne - I had my assistance! She listened to my goals for design, implementation and maintenance. Today I have healthy, colorful plants that draw many types of birds, bees and butterflies. Through her teaching I am developing a deeper knowledge of nature, life cycles of plants and creatures and the importance of these to our environment. But greatest of all is the peace and enjoyment I receive in viewing and caring for this small bit of nature and the relationship with my new friend.”
Thank you again!!"

June 2013 - Myers Park Country Club  "I just wanted to say thank you for helping me out with my garden last year. I have so enjoyed it!! I would love for you to come see and maybe give me some tips on what to do next. It's beautiful!!

Client Feedback

Relationship: Client
Project Date: February 2019
Project Price: $10,000 - $49,999
Project Date: August 2018
Project Price: $1,000 - $9,999

November 2018 - Garden Concierge Maintenance
"Quick Summary – Fantastic work – Efficient, knowledgeable and my yard has never looked better.
For those of you who like the detail – Working in the yard and garden has always brought me happiness but when confronted with a medical issue I was no longer able to lift, weed or dig. I had tried other companies but never found the perfect fit where a company worked efficiently and tailored their work to meet my needs until I found Ambiance Garden Design. The owner Suzanne matched me with one of her crew based on my personality and it was a perfect fit. Mike can read my mind and works efficiently and with perfection. Every detail of his work makes my yard and landscaped areas look the best they ever have in 19 years. He weeds, trims, plants and puts his heart into his work. I am a dedicated customer and I thank you!" Dawn Ralph

July 2018 - Project Price $25,000 - $35, 000
Review by Kimberly B.

Comments: Suzanne and her husband are both Master Gardner's - this experience and knowledge base is phenomenal! Great communication, does what she says she going to do. Suzanne and her workers are wonderful & the clean up is great. Design is phenomenal, this is her passion - she comes and checks months afterward! Susanne & Joey ask questions & are very creative! They showed me numerous plants & trees that would work well in my yard! They don't just tell you - they show you actual pictures, so you know what is going on in your yard. I recommend them all the time!

May 2018 - Project Price $15,000 - $20000
Review by Carol S.
Project: Landscape Designer
Comments: Very exited about the work they do and are very available.

July 2018 - Project Price $25,000 - $35, 000
Review by Kimberly B.

Comments: Suzanne and her husband are both Master Gardner's - this experience and knowledge base is phenomenal! Great communication, does what she says she going to do. Suzanne and her workers are wonderful & the clean up is great. Design is phenomenal, this is her passion - she comes and checks months afterward! Susanne & Joey ask questions & are very creative! They showed me numerous plants & trees that would work well in my yard! They don't just tell you - they show you actual pictures, so you know what is going on in your yard. I recommend them all the time!

February 2017 - Project Price $2,000- $3,500Hi Suzanne hope you're enjoying these sunny days. I showed my parents your handiwork in my yard and they were blown away.
We love the transformation!!!

Sept 2016 -  Project Price: $5,000 - $8,999
Just drive by our location to see the incredible transformation Ambiance Garden Design made. The meticulous attention to both design, plant selection and proper planting will make this a landscape that becomes even more beautiful with time. Five Stars does not do justice to the product and service we received. Thanks to Suzanne and her team! Clark Hall Doors Charlotte NCpril

April 2016 Project Price: $10,000 - $49,999
Suzanne is a knowledgeable, trustworthy master gardener, which is apparently a rare find in Charlotte. Her and husband (also a master gardener) along with their small team were a delight to work with and have become friends. Not only did she provide us with a creative design and beautiful, realistic execution - she also helped redirect us from some unlicensed (there are many) self-proclaimed landscapers we were interviewing. My husband and I did weeks of (painful) research before a family friend referred us to Suzanne. We met with a few sketchy folks who did not really know what they were doing and would have ruined our spacious backyard. Suzanne came along, understood our vision, gave us guidance and collaborated with us to design our garden. To do things as naturally and organically as possible was so important to us, and it was a great relief to know that she shared our values. Trust her knowledge, vision and warmth - you will be able to create your own outdoor oasis with Suzanne.

April 2016   Project Price: $9,000 - $16,999
We are absolute fans of Ambiance Garden Design and mostly of Suzanne. She took our dull, tired yard and turned it into an oasis! Our yard (front and back) is a happy haven for birds and bees and a place of peace for us when coming home after a long, hard day at work. Suzanne assessed not only the property but also our life and interests and then transformed our yard into an environment that feels like us - unique and not with a commercial or cookie-cutter landscape - and one that is admired by friends and family. As a master gardener, Suzanne has an incredible memory for color, size, complexity and maintenance of plants and trees. The Ambiance team worked diligently to meet all of their deadlines and came in within the budget we had set. We couldn't recommend Suzanne and the Ambiance Design Team more highly. Cloister Honey Charlotte NC
So happy we found Ambiance Garden Design. Superior knowledge of unusual plants that will fit into the design and budget. Excellent and thoughtful communication and very creative use of space,. We had a neglected, overgrown side yard rarely used, that was transformed into a beautiful flower and plant oasis. Our neighbor called several times to let us know how much she enjoyed looking at it .Already planning the next project with Ambiance Garden Design!!

March 2016  Project Price: $20,000 - $49,999
I cannot say enough good about Ambiance Garden Design! We built a new home in 2015 and hired Ambiance to design gardens and the landscape. My husband and I both love gardens but are not true gardeners ourselves. Suzanne brought a fabulous sense of design and aesthetic to the project which was complemented wonderfully by her master gardener training and knowledge. We now have gorgeous gardens (just 1 year after the plants were installed) that are easy to maintain, beautiful all year round and the envy of our street. Neighbors regularly stop to compliment us on the wow factor of our yard and gardens. I have also been impressed by Suzanne's integrity. She follows up and if there is any problem, she finds a way to solve it. Bunnies ate the black-eyed Susans in one bed. Suzanne researched plants that would not be attractive to bunnies, and replaced them with gorgeous, flowering bunny-proof plants. If you are looking to design or install gardens that will give you endless pleasure, Ambiance Garden Design is a great choice!

July 2015 - Project Price: $10,000 - $15,999
Ambiance Garden Design was a lifesaver. In addition to always meeting deadlines, proposing creative ideas and doing topnotch work, Suzanne saved us time and money by spotting major drainage issues in our yard. She went above and beyond, pushing our house builder to do the right thing and working tirelessly on our behalf to get things right. I wish everyone I hire had Suzanne's talent, work ethic and creativity!

August 2015 -  Matthews Village of St Andrew- Project Price: $5,000 - $7,999
“Ever plan for something and get so much more than expected? Ambiance Garden Design’s Suzanne Wilkerson and her crew did that for me. A four-year search for help in adding interest and color to the landscaped area around my new patio home resulted in failure. After experiencing many dead flowering plants, broken contractor appointments and rejections for a small landscaping project, I was losing hope. Several months ago leaving a “big box” store I found an Ambiance Garden Design car parked next to me. A tap on its window, an introduction, a business card, a telephone call and a home visit from Suzanne - I had my assistance! She listened to my goals for design, implementation and maintenance. Today I have healthy, colorful plants that draw many types of birds, bees and butterflies. Through her teaching I am developing a deeper knowledge of nature, life cycles of plants and creatures and the importance of these to our environment. But greatest of all is the peace and enjoyment I receive in viewing and caring for this small bit of nature and the relationship with my new friend.”
Thank you again!!"

June 2013 - Myers Park Country Club  "I just wanted to say thank you for helping me out with my garden last year. I have so enjoyed it!! I would love for you to come see and maybe give me some tips on what to do next. It's beautiful!!
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