A Thoughtful Design Process That Reflects Your Ideas and Your Property

Every property in Amherst has its own character, and a successful garden design brings that character into focus. At Better View Landscapes, we provide professional garden design services in Amherst, Massachusetts, for homeowners who want outdoor spaces that feel organized, functional, and easy to care for over time.

Our approach starts with listening. We learn how you use your outdoor space, what you want to improve, and how your landscape should evolve. With more than 25 years of experience in the Amherst area, we understand local soil conditions, climate patterns, and plant material, allowing us to design gardens that perform well in real-world conditions.

We provide complete landscaping services, from design and installation to long-term maintenance, so your property is managed by one trusted, in-house team season after season.

Communication and collaboration guide every project. We provide clear timelines, regular updates, and responsive communication, while working closely with you to refine ideas and align the design with your budget and goals. Sustainable solutions are incorporated whenever possible to support healthy plants and soil.

Fill out our contact form today to start planning your Amherst garden design with a team that values clarity, craftsmanship, and long-term results.

Trusted by Homeowners Throughout Northampton and the Pioneer Valley

Our landscaping services are second to none in New England, but don’t take our word for it! Take a look at our reviews to see what our loyal customers have to say.

When we bought our home, the back acre had been cleared years ago but not maintained, so we had a thick patch of thorny growth and grapevine that made it impassible to the nearby forest. Initially we just wanted it all cleared, but Tory had some great ideas to make it into something far more beautiful. Now we have a meandering path through wildflower meadow, a fire pit, a fruit orchard, and a playing field that has completely changed our yard. Would highly recommend Better View for your design needs!

Aaron Becker

Better View and their Team are top notch and are super easy to hire and work with. I submitted a request for service via their website and the sent me an email super quick to setup a phone call to discuss our needs. They answer the phone when you call , return emails and overall great to work with.

Daniel Burke

I’ve been working with Better View Landscapes for several years now.  They have a great system of communication by email. The work is done quickly and with attention to detail.  My lawn looks healthy and tidy.  I keep bees there, and Better View Landscapes uses only products that are not harmful to them.  I also count on Better View for snowplowing in the winter.  They’ve always gotten the job done well.  Highly recommended.

Anne Griffin

Better View Landscapes has been servicing our property since 2011.  We’re grateful for their expertise, courteous staff and professionalism throughout the years.  Our property is impeccably maintained year round and an oasis when we return home from work.  The owner is extremely responsive and works with us in our countless questions.  Highly recommended!

Zoy Soulis

The staff are the most outstanding.  Whether it is summer or winter, leaves or snow, the workers are ALWAYS friendly, helpful, attentive, accommodating. Your satisfaction is their goal, and they are willing to listen to you to better understand what you want, to make that happen.

Marcia Sporny

We are committed to providing immaculate landscaping and exceptional customer service year-round!

Garden Design That Works With Your Property, Not Against It

A successful garden design considers more than appearance. It takes into account how your land drains, where the sun falls, how you spend time outdoors, and how plants will mature over the years. Our approach combines creative vision with hands-on horticulture knowledge to create landscapes that are functional, resilient, and easier to care for over time.

Features and Benefits:
 Site-Specific Design Planning
 Benefit: Gardens are tailored to your property’s unique conditions, improving plant health and long-term performance.

Experienced Horticulture Oversight
 Benefit: Locally informed plant choices reduce failure, maintenance issues, and unnecessary replacements.

Collaborative Design Process
 Benefit: Your preferences are central to the design, guided by expert insight that keeps the project practical and aligned with your goals.

Sustainable Design Recommendations
 Benefit: Healthy soil and responsible plant choices lead to stronger landscapes with fewer long-term inputs.

Full-Service Capabilities
 Benefit: One dedicated team manages design, installation, and care for better consistency and results.

Ready to move past a piecemeal landscape? Fill out our contact form today to start designing a garden built around your property and priorities.

Garden Designs That Balance Beauty and Function

We’ve worked on countless projects in our local area, and they’re all unique. Each one is the result of a detailed collaboration between our team and the homeowner. Find some inspiration in our portfolio, and combine it with your own ideas to create a landscape that’s truly your own.

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Our Proven Design and Planning Process

At Better View Landscapes, we strive for clarity and transparency. All of our contracts are clearly outlined, with no hidden fees. We tailor your service plan to meet the particular needs of your property, so you can rest assured that your landscaping will look its best year-round. Getting started is simple:

  • Request a Quote

    Contact our office using this online form or call the office directly. We will ask for details about your property, the kind of services you require, and your budget requirements. If you fill out our form, you can expect a call from our representatives within one business day.

  • On-Site or Virtual Meeting

    Once we have determined that your project is a good fit, we will set up an on-site visit or virtual meeting, depending on your project. For design projects and more complex landscaping contracts, we will visit your property to gather information. If you require basic maintenance services, we will conduct an easy virtual meeting via Zoom to clarify the details before preparing your proposal.

  • Estimate

    For our maintenance services, we will prepare a proposal within 3 business days of our first meeting and send it to you for review and approval. Most initial design proposals will be ready within one business day of our initial meeting. Following this design concept meeting, we will prepare your agreement and pricing as discussed and send it to you for approval.

  • Your Custom Plan

    Once we have completed contract discussions, you can review and sign your design plan or care plan. We will request your installation deposit before scheduling work, and your design fee must be paid prior to beginning design work. Most initial design renderings will be ready within ten business days after your design proposal has been accepted, with a follow-up meeting(s) upon completion of the initial design plan. For landscape maintenance plans, we will provide you with an invoice in the week following each service visit, and payment will be charged against the card you have on file.

  • Agreement & Work Begins

    Once you have signed your service agreement, maintenance and installation services will be added to the schedule. You will receive regular communication from our team to ensure that any questions and concerns are addressed quickly. Our team will be available for any questions you may have after each maintenance service visit, and a comprehensive walk-through will be conducted with you upon completion of your installation project.

  • Follow-up Care

    For maintenance contracts, you can expect monthly follow-ups to ensure your satisfaction. For installation services, we will reach out to you after the work is complete to provide follow-up care recommendations and service.

Full-Service Landscaping Solutions Under One Roof

With decades of hands-on experience in landscape design, installation, and maintenance, we are committed to offering superior service. Our comprehensive line of services includes:

For our customers who require landscape installation, we provide dedicated landscape design services. Our design services include walkways, paths, and hardscapes, landscape lighting, retaining walls, planters, perennial gardens, and more. Visit our Landscape Design Page to learn more!

Better View Landscapes provides full-service installation for hard and softscapes, trees, paths and walkways, lighting, retaining walls, perennial beds, and more. With decades of experience in landscape design and installation, we will quickly and efficiently create a gorgeous landscape that you will love to come home to every day. Visit our Landscape Installation Page for more information!

In addition to horticultural knowledge, the experts at Better View have a wealth of design and installation experience that makes us uniquely suited to install outdoor living areas, including firepits, fireplaces, outdoor kitchens, built-in grills, patios. And make sure pests don’t send you running from your new outdoor space with a mosquito & tick control service. Take a look at our Outdoor Living Page to find out more!

We know that a beautiful landscape requires ongoing care and attention, which is why we offer personalized landscape maintenance plans. Our plans are specifically tailored to meet the particular needs of each property, including garden beds, fine gardening, tree and shrub pruning, seasonal cleanup, and trimming, among many others. Visit our Landscape Maintenance Page to view our full selection of maintenance services.

Our quality lawn care plans will keep your lawn looking lush and healthy. We provide a host of tailored lawn care services, including mowing, aeration, fertilization, hydroseeding, overseeding, turf care, and complete lawn renovations. See our Lawn Care Page to learn more!

We understand that commercial properties must look professional and clean at all times. We help smaller commercial properties and property managers, who value a higher level of care, attain a polished aesthetic. Our commercial landscaping services include commercial landscape installation, maintenance, irrigation, and snow removal.

Gutter cleaning is an efficient, cost-effective way to prevent a lot of headache and hassle. This should be done at least twice a year, though your gutters may require more frequent cleanings if you tend to get more build-up of leaves and other debris throughout the year.

At Better View Landscapes we offer residential and commercial snow plowing, roof ice and snow removal & plowing, salting and de-icing, snow blowing, and more. We put our dedicated team and top-of-the-line equipment to work all season long to ensure your driveway and sidewalks are clear, safe, and usable.

To learn more about our extensive selection of landscaping services, visit our Services Page!

Garden Design Services in Amherst, MA, and Surrounding Areas

After more than 25 years of servicing New England properties, we have a thorough understanding of the area’s unique climate, soils, and moisture, as well as comprehensive horticultural knowledge of local plant life. We are proud to provide exceptional landscape design, installation, and maintenance services to loyal customers in and around the Pioneer Valley. Our extensive service area includes:

Northampton | Amherst | Hadley | South Hadley | Florence | Belchertown | Pelham | Easthampton | Sunderland

Design-build services only (maintenance coming soon):

Longmeadow | East Longmeadow

Don’t see your neighborhood? Visit our Service Area page for more details, or contact our office to request service in your area.

Join a Team Focused on Quality and Craftsmanship

If you are an experienced landscaper with a commitment to safety and an eye for detail, we want you on our team! Better View Landscapes is dedicated to providing customers with beautiful landscapes with meticulous attention to detail. We are seeking responsible employees with a strong work ethic and experience operating landscaping equipment. We know that happy employees mean satisfied customers, which is why we offer a friendly and safe work environment, comprehensive training courses, high-quality uniforms and safety gear, competitive pay, and benefits. Visit our Careers page to learn more about our current job openings.

Design a Garden That Grows With Your Home

Garden design is an investment in how you experience your property every day. At Better View Landscapes, we create designs that support long-term enjoyment, not short-term fixes. By considering installation, maintenance, and growth from the start, we help you avoid costly changes and enjoy a landscape that stays cohesive over time.

If you’re ready to refresh an outdated yard or plan a new garden that complements your home, fill out our contact form today to schedule a consultation in Amherst, Massachusetts.

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