Skeleton Figure Plant + Garden focuses on naturalistic garden care, ecological planting, seasonal maintenance, and restorative outdoor work designed to evolve intentionally over time.

Serving Cape Elizabeth, Portland, Scarborough, inner island and surrounding coastal Maine communities.

Consultation + Garden Assessments

Onsite Consultation

A focused onsite walkthrough to discuss:

• Existing garden conditions

• Plant and material recommendations

• Deer-resistant and coastal planting strategies

• Restoration priorities

• Seasonal maintenance and long-term garden direction

Consultations may include light sketching, plant palette suggestions, educational guidance, and follow-up recommendations depending on project scope.

Seasonal Maintenance + Stewardship

Ongoing maintenance helps gardens mature more successfully over time while reducing larger corrective work later in the season.

Maintenance may include:

• Weeding and invasive control

• Seasonal pruning and cleanup

• Deadheading and shaping

• Soil support and mulching

• Light transplanting and adjustments

• Monitoring for drought stress, deer pressure, and environmental issues

Maintenance scheduling is customized based on garden size, planting density, and property goals.

Garden Restoration

Restoration work may include:

• Overgrown garden cleanup

• Invasive species removal

• Garden bed recovery and reshaping

• Perennial division and relocation

• Soil improvement and re-establishment

• Reworking neglected or underperforming planting areas

The goal is not simply cleanup, but helping gardens return to a healthier and more manageable long-term structure.

Ecological Planting

Planting work is approached with careful attention to:

• Coastal exposure

• Clay-heavy and dry soils

• Sun and shade conditions

• Deer + wildlife pressure

• Long-term plant compatibility

• Seasonal succession and bloom timing

Plant palettes often prioritize durable perennials, pollinator-supportive species, layered textures, and low-maintenance naturalistic combinations suited to the surrounding environment.

Follow-Up Garden Assessments

Follow-up planting assessments are available for newly installed gardens and recent planting projects. These visits help evaluate establishment success, watering needs, plant stress, environmental damage, and seasonal adjustments while supporting healthier long-term garden development.

Scheduling + Payment

• Proposed scheduling dates are tentatively held for 24–48 hours unless otherwise discussed.

• Signed agreements are required prior to scheduling.

• Payment is generally due at time of service unless otherwise arranged.

• Work is scheduled according to weather conditions, seasonal timing, and material availability.