--- title: "Jackie and the Beanstalk — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/jackie-and-the-beanstalk-pfvwus-pf~470586117 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~470586117.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Jackie and the Beanstalk" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/1933c5e1037b6bae_6641-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "San Diego, California 92130, United States" latitude: 32.9555 longitude: -117.2252 phone: "(858) 735-3637" website: http://jackieandthebeanstalk.com rating: 5 review_count: 52 best_of_houzz_awards: 15 followers: 98 last_updated: 2026-09-05 --- # Jackie and the Beanstalk Original Houzz profile: [Jackie and the Beanstalk](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/jackie-and-the-beanstalk-pfvwus-pf~470586117) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** San Diego, CA - **Serves:** San Diego, Carlsbad, La Costa, Encinitas, La Jolla, Solana Beach, Cardiff By The Sea, Del Mar, Fairbanks Ranch, Rancho Santa Fe, Carmel Valley San Diego, Del Mar Heights San Diego, Kensington, Ranch Santa Fe, Talmadge - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (52 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 15 awards (2015–2026), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Industry Research - Barometer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves Jackie and the Beanstalk is a landscape design firm that specializes in residential landscape design using sustainable practices and climate appropriate plants. Gardens are an ongoing process. I work with my clients to determine what level of service they require to meet their aesthetic, maintenance and budget goals. Services vary from a simple stroll around the garden with a homeowner who wants a do-it-yourself approach to full service design and installation. ### Services Provided - Landscape Design - Garden Design - Hardscaping - Landscape Plans - Patio Design - Drought Tolerant Landscaping - Custom Fire Pits - Pool Landscaping - Custom Water Features - Swimming Pool Design - Design Consultation - Organic Gardens - Shed Design & Construction - Edible Gardens - Custom Bocce Ball Courts - Living Walls - Greenhouse Design & Construction - Landscape Supplies ### Areas Served - San Diego - Carlsbad - La Costa - Encinitas - La Jolla - Solana Beach - Cardiff By The Sea - Del Mar - Fairbanks Ranch - Rancho Santa Fe - Carmel Valley San Diego - Del Mar Heights San Diego - Kensington - Ranch Santa Fe - Talmadge ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Jackie and the Beanstalk | | Address | San Diego, California 92130, United States | | Phone | (858) 735-3637 | | Website | http://jackieandthebeanstalk.com | | Followers on Houzz | 98 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/jackieandthebeanstalk - Blog — http://www.jackieandthebeanstalk.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Jackie and the Beanstalk](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/jackie-and-the-beanstalk-pfvwus-pf~470586117) - **Website:** http://jackieandthebeanstalk.com - **Phone:** (858) 735-3637 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - UCCE Master Gardener - APLD - 2015 San Diego Spring Home and Garden Show - Gold Medal - 2015 San Diego County Fair-9 Awards including Paul Ecke Award Best Overall Landscape - **Best of Houzz:** 15 awards (2015–2026), for Service, Design. **Affiliations** - [Association of Professional Landscape Designers](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/association-of-professional-landscape-designers-pfvwus-pf~92795973) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 52 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — James, July 2025** > We bought a beautiful home in North San Diego County but it was over thirty years old and we didn’t have good grasp on how we should approach the landscaping refurbishment so that it was on a par with the rest of the property. We were introduced to Jackie by a local gardening club. We agreed to a scope of work which included shrubs and trees for privacy and beauty, appropriate ground covers, replacement of an old citrus orchard and a redesign of the front driveway and adjacent planting beds. Jackie asked for our preferences on plants and colors, and when we didn’t have any, she gave us several good options. She guided our submission for approval through the local HOA and referred us to several great local subcontractors who addressed the actual plantings, irrigation, and hardscape. She personally picked out the plants at the nursery so we knew everything was healthy and consistent with the plan. She has done two installations for us in the past year and they look great. She is both creative and business like. I highly recommend Jackie for Land scape design. **★★★★★ — Dorrin Hosseini, Feb. 2024** > This review is long overdue! Jackie designed the landscape of my front yard. I shared my vision with her and she delivered a beautiful design that was everything I wished for and more! We've received many compliments from our neighbors and are really happy with how it came out. **★★★★★ — S J Home, Sept. 2023** > We loved working with Jackie! Her knowledge about plants, design skills, hardscape ideas and creativity resulted in front and back yard gardens that are perfect for us. Renovating areas that were neglected for many years (dead grass, watering and drainage system problems, poor use of space, etc.) was a huge project and we worked with Jackie from start to finish. She came up with amazing ideas to solve a variety of problems and her garden design plans helped us turn rough thoughts about what we generally wanted into something we could visualize before it was all built and planted. We were able to incorporate several entertainment areas, a veggie garden, fruit trees, and beautiful, pollinator-friendly plants, and greatly improve views from the garden. Jackie carefully considered how we wanted to use our spaces and was very receptive to our need for a hands-on approach. She worked closely with a fantastic landscape construction firm, picked plants that matched our color, design and maintenance needs, and was always helpful, responsive and reliable. **Comment from Jackie and the Beanstalk:** > I enjoyed every minute working with you. Hearing how happy you are with your new garden is music to my ears! Thanks for choosing me to help you! **★★★★★ — HU-218723900, Aug. 2023** > We are so happy with the backyard project, that Jackie helped us with. We wanted to put some njce plants which will look nice and refresh our backyard. We had zero knowledge and zero flora as well so had to start from the beginning. We went through customized process of selecting the flowers and plants and now our backyard is like a little cottage paradise. Thank you very much for your service! Very professional! **★★★★★ — HU-945865170, July 2023** > We are so pleased that a neighbor referred Jackie and the Beanstalk to us. She is knowledgeable, thorough and detail-oriented, professional, helpful and kind. Jackie is very creative and talented and impressed us throughout the process. She made sure she learned what we wanted sending us a questionnaire and listening closely and she helped us every little step of the way to get the garden that brings us joy. It is clear that she has tremendous love and appreciation of nature. We could not recommend anyone more highly! **★★★★★ — spodiodi, July 2023** > Jackie is an extremely knowledgable, hands-on designer, who knows her plants backwards and forwards. She can take your ideas from wishes to reality and recommend any ancillary people/businesses needed to complete the job, such as irrigation, installation, and water feature businesses. She can also give you insight into where to look for the best deals and inventory for your garden needs, such as pots, statuary and stonework. She has access to numerous wholesale nurseries in the county, to provide you with an enormous variety of plants, according to your wishes. She is gifted in terms of "seeing" what the plants will look like upon landscape completion, including size, shapes and colors which will make your design interesting and artistic. She is also a joy to work with, and I highly recommend Jackie and the Beanstalk to anyone looking for a seamless experience with getting the most out of the landscape design of your dreams! **★★★★★ — Michael Bush, July 2023** > Jackie did a great job assisting me in figuring out a plan for our yard here in Mission Hills San Diego. Very responsive, professional and informative. **★★★★★ — HU-486324791, Jan. 2022** > Jackie was a dream to work with. You can tell she genuinely cares and she takes pride in delivering a high quality product. Before I met her my backyard was full of dying and brown vegetation due to prior problems with the sprinkler system and little maintenance. She listened carefully to my vision and what I wanted (including removing toxic plants and saving water), she made suggestions for improvements based on her extensive knowledge of local plants and landscape aesthetics, and she brought to life a thriving backyard that's delightful to spend time in. I'm usually under-impressed with the professionals I've had to work with, but Jackie goes above and beyond and I'd highly recommend her. **★★★★★ — HU-132256027, Dec. 2021** > Every day when we enjoy our gorgeous garden, we can thank Jackie for her vision and creativity. It was a pleasure working with her to redesign and reimagine our space. Jackie's expertise and patience with us, first to revive soil that needed help, and later to find the best mix of plants, was much appreciated. Our space is truly beautiful while still drought-tolerant, attracting new birds and butterflies with its colorful array of flowers. We highly recommend her work. **★★★★★ — Jane Silk, June 2021** > We LOVE our new backyard! A gifted master creator, Jackie creates the garden that YOU wanted, but couldn’t design yourself! > > We are more than thrilled with Jackie's creativity and knowledge which magically transformed a blank canvas of dirt to a backyard that now welcomes you to flowers and pathways leading to several sitting areas of mixed materials. Putting my random thoughts and ideas together with Jackie's extensive knowledge of flowers and plants, one is now welcomed to a casually elegant garden with a definite California vibe . Friends and family open the doors and their jaws drop! > > The suggested construction crew was amazing. they worked every day for 2 weeks with a can-do attitude that included some pretty hard, gnarly work. Every plant in our new yard has its own water drip. The flowers and plants, only a couple of weeks old as I write this, are beginning to flourish in their brand new layers of good growing dirt. > > Jackie's vision and execution surpassed every one of my random ideas and she was willing to stay within a limited budget. > > Jackie was the Christmas gift that came early! **★★★★★ — Sree 10a Sunset 24, May 2021** > Jackie helped us design our yard and the results have been just amazing. She brought in a wealth of expertise on local plants and incorporated our preferences into the design quite seamlessly. Jackie was always available for consultation and was very responsive to requests. She also suggested a few contractors that we could use to install the garden, and we’ve been really pleased with the one we chose. Jackie gave us a great option for a custom veggie box that fits in nicely with our existing design. Our front yard has a great curb appeal now and we’ve had several folks stop by and comment on how unique and amazing it looks. Couldn’t be happier! Highly recommend Jackie for garden design! **★★★★★ — Ronni Udoff, May 2021** > Jackie was thoughtful, listened to our needs and concerns, and developed a few plans to accommodate our wishes. She then tweaked our favorite plan several times, and used her creative eye to enhance the job even further during installation. We used her recommended contractor (there were two actually, and we got bids from both) and had a smooth installation. Not that there weren’t glitches — but they involved our neighbors and our common fence, not her design within it. An overall positive experience, and we couldn’t be happier with the outcome! Definitely recommend using a landscape designer like Jackie to bring your exterior dreams to life. ## Selected projects - [Casual Contemporary Tudor](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/casual-contemporary-tudor-pj-vj~7506980) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - Description: Nestled in a serene setting, this thoughtfully designed landscape offers a perfect blend of privacy and tranquility. The space features a calming color palette that enhances the peaceful atmosphere, complemented by a winding stucco wall that adds both charm and a sense of seclusion. A welcoming seating area invites relaxation, while a contemporary water feature provides a soothing backdrop of gentle sounds. The landscape includes strategically placed large trees that offer shade and a sense of g… - [Charming Eclectic Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/charming-eclectic-garden-pj-vj~7479436) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 22 - Description: Explore our latest garden installation featuring Belgard concrete pavers seamlessly integrated with an existing pergola. A vibrant pollinator garden attracts butterflies and bees, complemented by a stunning pot garden showcasing orchids and various succulents. Privacy screening around the Jacuzzi and a new drought-resistant Kurapia lawn area promote sustainability while maintaining year-round greenery. Preserving the existing privacy hedge ensures seclusion and tranquility. Repurposed succulents… - [Tranquil Backyard Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tranquil-backyard-retreat-pj-vj~7479342) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 11 - Description: Design Intent New hardscape, Screening from nearby neighbors, Fruit trees, Putting Green, Pergola, Water Feature, Fire Feature, and Attract Pollinators. This garden showcases a harmonious blend of lush greenery, vibrant flowers, and thoughtfully placed decorative elements. The centerpiece is a blue ceramic pot, complemented by a variety of plants that attract and support pollinators. Hydrangeas add a pop of vivid pink, while the pergola offers a perfect spot for dining and relaxation. An additio… - [Romantic California Ranch House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/romantic-california-ranch-house-pj-vj~6630012) - Location: Rancho Santa Fe, CA - Photos: 20 - Description: Design Challenge Refresh the entry and front courtyard Redirect the eye to the front entry from the dining courtyard Stop the flooding that was occurring during heavy rains. Create a patio using Urbanite salvaged from a prior patio. Future plans for large Edible garden and chicken coops My client was searching for a romantic garden. One that looked like it had been in place for a long time. For the front courtyard and entry, I selected a quiet palette using grasses, soft color flowering perennia… - [Presidio Park Refresh](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/presidio-park-refresh-pj-vj~6004160) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 19 - Description: The homeowners of this beautiful vintage home had just completed a large addition and consequently needed all new landscape. Due to a very narrow space, the challenge was to conceal the walls with tall plants and still ultimately have some layers in the plantings. We re-purposed existing flagstone and gravel in a bioswale which will capture the rainwater from the roof. - [Artist's Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/artist-s-garden-pj-vj~6630722) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 14 - Description: The goal of this garden design was to bring an abundance of colorful annuals, perennials and roses into this artist’s garden. She wanted to have something blooming at all times of the year. The roses and other plants were selected based on color and form. The color for the retaining wall was hand mixed by the artist as well to compliment the flowers in the garden. There are 2 areas for vegetable gardens for year long harvest. Here is what Grace wrote about her garden: "Jackie and I enjoyed worki… - [Del Mar Charmer](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/del-mar-charmer-pj-vj~6632410) - Location: Del Mar, CA - Photos: 25 - Description: The goal in this garden was to remove the lawn and create distinct seating areas. We reused the original flagstone pavers which were set in DG are now set in gravel. There are DG paths connecting each of the seating areas. The homeowner requested predominately grasses and spiky plants with some other plants scattered throughout for some texture and color. My client has a large collection of large potted plants and garden art. We used most of the collection which adds a lot of charm, whimsy and c… - [Stunning Contemporary Provence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stunning-contemporary-provence-pj-vj~2884113) - Location: Rancho Santa Fe, CA - Photos: 21 - Description: This garden looked very lush and full at first glance, but upon closer inspection it was really overrun with many shrubs perennials that had not been groomed in a long time. We removed much of the chaos and that left a wonderful blank slate to work with. The homeowners are from the east coast and were looking to recreate the large, lush perennial beds they had at their home in NY. We were able to use may of the same plants but I also substituted plants with a smilier look and feel that would sur… - [Tropical Gem](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tropical-gem-pj-vj~5936505) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 17 - Description: The owners wanted to create a tropical feel in their backyard. There are several distinct areas including a pool; TV/Bar area; BBQ; and a great spot for lounging with a Fire Pit. Plants include Night blooming Jasmine, Ligularia, Hawaiian Ti plant, Anthurium, Irisne, cycads, and Fucshia. - [La Jolla Mini Meadow](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/la-jolla-mini-meadow-pj-vj~5523302) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 37 - Description: The goal was to make this an Earth Friendly Garden. The plants selected will lure bees, birds and butterflies to the garden. We decided after the project started to plant the front with Native California plants. Many varieties of grasses are planted for different bloom time, heights and textures. As well as a variety of colorful forbs to add interest. We incorporated a fire pit and fountain to create a relaxing environment for the homeowner. - [Bye Bye Front Lawn](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bye-bye-front-lawn-pj-vj~5523295) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 15 - [The Office](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-office-pj-vj~2860739) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 12 - Description: My clients had very strong ideas about the feeling they wanted to create in their newly renovated garden. The focal point ids “The Office’, the entertaining hub of the garden. With outdoor dining, a BBQ and a television they were all set. The fire feature was put at the outside perimeter of the property to take full advantage of the spectacular view of the country club and golf course below and the mountains to the east. I selected a muted palette of Mediterranean plants so as not to draw the ey… - [Succulents and Roses](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/succulents-and-roses-pj-vj~2856131) - Location: Encinitas, CA - Photos: 31 - Description: This project began with a blank slate. The landscape renovation was completed by another designer and for 2 years and the homeowners very patiently waited for a Plant Design. I was called in to select plants for the project. We agreed upon a Plant Palette of a mixture of Succulents and Waterwise Mediterannean plants. I created a buffer zone of Succulents and the larger areas were planted with shrubs and ground covers that would ultimately fill in and cover the garden beds with color throughout t… - [4S Ranch Family Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/4s-ranch-family-garden-pj-vj~3617741) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 28 - Description: The homeowners desired a large vegetable garden, a sport court, many fruit trees and berry bushes. We worked together to find the best place for each component. We needed to move an exiting Play Set. We have left room to add chickens at some point in the future. As the project progressed we decided to add a rainwater and ground water capture system to augment the supplemental water, so two 500 gallon tanks and a pump were added. We reduced the lawn by more than 75%. - [Del Sur Modern Elegance](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/del-sur-modern-elegance-pj-vj~2064091) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 16 - Description: Several key elements were essential to this project, but none as important as the potential screening of the neighbors homes that loom in all directions. The homeowners wanted a covered patio, a spa and wading pool, a grass area for kids to play, a BBQ entertainment area and a large area for a dog run. It was a fun project to work on. - [Kid Friendly Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kid-friendly-garden-pj-vj~2063887) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - [La Jolla Bocce Lover](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/la-jolla-bocce-lover-pj-vj~1515369) - Location: La Jolla, CA - Photos: 26 - [Fairbanks Ranch Garden Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fairbanks-ranch-garden-retreat-pj-vj~857486) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - [Rancho Santa Fe Edible Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rancho-santa-fe-edible-garden-pj-vj~554689) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 38 - Description: This fabulous Tuscan Estate in Rancho Santa Fe, California has a very large and productive vegetable garden. In addition there are berries, avocados and more than a dozen fruit trees, - [Fairbanks Ranch Edible Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fairbanks-ranch-edible-garden-pj-vj~557476) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 32 - Description: This 1 acre property has edibles tucked in every corner. It is the perfect example of growing vegetables and herbs in raised beds and in the traditional landscape as well. There is always something to harvest. 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I just your design!!** *(in Photo Questions)* Any info about any of the grasses you used for this design would be much appreciated. Its gorgeous! A: Its Seslaria autumnalis **Q: taller tree in photo** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi there - would you kindly share the type of tree in the photo that isn’t a potocarpus ? It’s the tallest tree in this photo with a whispy appearance. Thank you. Beautiful landscape and yard. A: HI, That is a Pyrus kamakamii., Evergreen Pear. It went into shock after planting. It is usually more dense. It did recover nicely. **Q: podocarpus id here** *(in Photo Questions)* Are there 2 types of Podocarpus shown here ? What types ? A: Yes. I used Podocarpus gracilior and Podocarpus "Icee Blue' **Q: red plant shown here ?** *(in Photo Questions)* can you share the name of the red upright plant on the right ? A: The one on the left is a Phormium. The one on the right is Gaura 'Belizza Pink' **Q: Which is which** *(in Photo Questions)* Which trees are the Prunus caroliniana, and which are the Podocarpus 'Icee Blue' Blue Spruce? Are the caroliniana flowers very fragrant and are they messy around pools etc. A: It is difficult to determine which plant is the Icee Blue and the Prunus caroliniana from this photo. Prunus caroliniana has small indistinct flowers with no noticeable fragrance. If you send me your email, I can send you photos of each plant **Q: wood** *(in Photo Questions)* What type of wood are these boxes? A: They are redwood boxes constructed of 2 x 12 material. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-05.*