Estate Care

Thoughtful, Consistent Garden Maintenance

Our garden maintenance services focus on the health, balance, and longevity of planting areas throughout the landscape. We provide consistent, seasonal care that supports gardens as they grow, mature, and change over time.

Rather than one-time visits or surface-level work, our maintenance approach is rooted in observation, planning, and an understanding of plant needs throughout the year.

What Garden Maintenance Is

Garden maintenance at Solid Roots centers on the ongoing care of planting areas, including perennials, shrubs, trees, and seasonal plantings. We manage gardens with attention to plant health, proper timing, and long-term performance.

Because we work in the same landscapes repeatedly, we develop a deep understanding of each property. This allows us to anticipate seasonal needs, address issues early, and maintain gardens in a way that feels intentional rather than reactive.

Who This Service Is For

Garden maintenance services are well suited for:

Homeowners seeking consistent, professional garden care
Seasonal residents looking for dependable maintenance while away
Properties with established planting that require regular attention
Clients who value plant health and longevity over quick fixes

This service is ideal for clients who want their gardens cared for thoughtfully throughout the growing season without full estate-level oversight.

What’s Included

Garden maintenance services may include:

Seasonal garden care and upkeep
Perennial and shrub maintenance
Pruning based on plant type and timing
Soil health support and plant monitoring
Identification of pests, disease, or environmental stress
Ongoing observation and seasonal prioritization

Maintenance scope and frequency are tailored to each property based on size, complexity, and plant needs.

Seasonal Focus

Our maintenance work is guided by seasonality. We understand when plants are actively growing, when they benefit from pruning or restraint, and when they should be left undisturbed.

By working within appropriate seasonal windows, we help gardens remain healthy, resilient, and visually balanced throughout the year.

Service Area

Our garden maintenance services are available throughout coastal Maine, including Bangor, Holden, Ellsworth, Hancock, Bar Harbor, Mount Desert Island, Southwest Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Seal Harbor, Tremont, and nearby communities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer one-time maintenance visits or cleanups?

Our maintenance services are designed for ongoing care. While limited seasonal work may be available depending on timing and capacity, our focus is on consistent maintenance rather than one-time visits.

How often do you visit properties for maintenance?

Visit frequency varies based on the property and season. We work with clients to establish a maintenance schedule that supports plant health and garden needs.

Is garden maintenance available year-round?

Garden maintenance primarily focuses on the growing season. For properties requiring year-round planning and oversight, our Estate Care service may be a better fit.

Do you maintain gardens you did not design or install?

Yes. We regularly maintain existing gardens and work thoughtfully within established landscapes.

If you’re looking for consistent, professional garden maintenance focused on long-term plant health, we’d love to learn more about your property.

Testimonials Praise From Our Clients

Alex /
Maine

Solid Roots Gardening transformed my outdoor spaces with creativity , care, and professionalism from start to finish. Their attention to detail and deep knowledge of plants and design made the entire process effortless and exciting. Every part of my landscape, whether it be the Maine Savings Amp in Bangor, our offices in Old Town or our seasonal residence for the artists, every aspect of their work feels intentional, vibrant, and beautifully balanced. The team was punctual, communicative, and genuinely passionate about said work — it shows in every facility . I couldn’t be happier with the results and wholeheartedly recommend Solid Roots Gardening to anyone looking for top-notch landscaping services that truly elevate your outdoor living spaces!

Kim & Jim /
Hancock, Maine

We have worked with Solid Roots Gardening for years and are very pleased with their work. While they certainly have the staff, equipment and knowledge to manage large, complex estate gardens on MDI, they give equal attention to those of us who just need some seasonal help opening and closing our gardens. It is always a huge relief to see Lacey and her crew arrive after the snow has melted and some of the spring ephemerals are just waking up! The pricing is fair, employees work hard and are knowledgeable. One of the aspects of Solid Roots that distinguishes them from other companies is their flexibility - they are equipped to do as much, or as little as property owners need or want. They are sensitive to client preferences and have great connections for soil amendments and plants. Every client is treated well regardless of the scope of their project. Solid Roots seems like an apt name - the company is grounded in the values that make Maine such a great place to live!