--- title: "Jocelyn H. Chilvers — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/jocelyn-h-chilvers-pfvwus-pf~687921919 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~687921919.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Jocelyn H. Chilvers" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/1bf38b3d0fb3bea0_9808-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Wheat Ridge, Colorado 80033, United States" latitude: 39.774 longitude: -105.0962 phone: "(303) 425-7102" website: http:// rating: 5 review_count: 6 best_of_houzz_awards: 4 followers: 633 last_updated: 2026-08-18 --- # Jocelyn H. Chilvers Original Houzz profile: [Jocelyn H. Chilvers](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/jocelyn-h-chilvers-pfvwus-pf~687921919) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** Wheat Ridge, CO - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2013–2017), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 25,000 Ideabook Saves NOW RETIRED! Former landscape/garden designer and garden coach with over 35 years of professional experience creating beautiful outdoor environments that are lifestyle friendly and Colorado "green". Please enjoy my photos and articles here on Houzz, but do not contact me as I am NOW RETIRED! and will not respond to your message. Thank you, and happy gardening. ### Typical Job Cost $125 - 125 Hourly rate for consultations and coaching sessions. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Jocelyn H. Chilvers | | Address | Wheat Ridge, Colorado 80033, United States | | Phone | (303) 425-7102 | | Website | http:// | | Followers on Houzz | 633 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/jocelyn-chilvers-landscape-design/226274347356 - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/jocelynsgarden - Blog — http://www.jocelynsgarden.blogspot.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Jocelyn H. Chilvers](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/jocelyn-h-chilvers-pfvwus-pf~687921919) - **Website:** http:// - **Phone:** (303) 425-7102 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Bachelor of Science degree in Landscape Horticulture with a Design Concentration from Colorado State University - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2013–2017), for Service, Design. **Affiliations** - [Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/associated-landscape-contractors-of-colorado-pfvwus-pf~1955807469) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews** ### All 6 reviews **★★★★★ — Danielle Wiletsky, June 2017** > Jocelyn did a great job in designing four planting areas around our yard. She picked out trees, shrubs, grasses and flowers that suited our tastes and low-maintenance lifestyle and laid out the design on a professional landscape plan at a very reasonable cost. She also recommended a wonderful landscape company that implemented the plan this Spring. We couldn't be happier with the work she did for us. **★★★★★ — ldanknich, March 2016** > I was lucky to have a friend who recommended Jocelyn as I needed a landscape design for my front yard. My specs were to eliminate as much lawn as possible; incorporate two specific trees; landscape the rest with low maintenance, non- thirsty plants; and make it colorful in spring, summer and fall and interesting in the winter. Jocelyn delivered a detailed plan that was exactly what I wanted. It included the names of contractors which was very helpful. I would highly recommend Jocelyn and will definitely be contacting her next year to work on a design for the back yard. **Comment from Jocelyn H. Chilvers:** > Thanks, Linda --- I'll look forward to working with you on your backyard design! **★★★★★ — Kevin Robb Studios, LLC, Feb. 2016** > I have had the privilege of working with Jocelyn for years and she is very familiar with our property and landscaping. This past month I called her for a "walk and talk". She and I strolled through the property and she provided suggestions and comments as well as answered all sorts of random questions I had. Her deep knowledge of local landscaping issues and vegetation was invaluable! Can't wait for spring now! **★★★★★ — Kathy Fraka-Wedding, Feb. 2016** > I have had the pleasure of hiring Jocelyn twice. When I was unsure of how to design my backyard in my new home way back in 1997, an employee of Echter's Greenhouse recommended her as a landscape designer. She was so great to work with, taking all of our likes and dislikes into consideration. She provided a garden design that incorporated many of our favorite plants and a few plants we had not heard of. Still, the design couldn't have been more perfect. After almost 18 years in our house, our yard was a showplace but the house no longer met our needs. After we moved into a new house, we again had to start from scratch. I was so thrilled that Jocelyn was still working in the area and were able to rehire her to design our new backyard landscape. Again, the design she came up with was perfect! We've been in our house for 6 months and are looking forward to making her design come to life in the spring. Thank you, Jocelyn! **Comment from Jocelyn H. Chilvers:** > Thanks, Kathy! It was great fun to reconnect and create a new garden for you. **★★★★★ — samplonius, June 2014** > We needed someone to come in, review our front and backyard lots and draw up a plan we could work from over the next couple years. Jocelyn stopped by, did a one-hour consult, told us what she could do, and we signed up on the spot. She delivered detailed plans, with a full list of plants, and planting instructions. Plus she offered us names of contractors who could help us. All of it was professional, efficient, and on time. Recommend her highly. **★★★★★ — jfitzg2, Dec. 2013** > I recently purchased a condo with a side yard. Half of it is in shade and half in sun. I looked through Houzz for ideas and was taken with the work that Jocelyn had posted and with her resume. We had a consult and again I admired her knowledge of plants and hard scape. She developed a plan for me and I was impressed by her professionalism and timely manner and how she was able to incorporate my wants in her final project. Of course, it is winter but part 2 is coming once the area is landscaped according to her plan. ## Selected projects - [Annuals and Bulbs](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/annuals-and-bulbs-pj-vj~209455) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Trees](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/trees-pj-vj~55701) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 29 - [Container Gardens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/container-gardens-pj-vj~55698) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Hardscapes & Furnishings](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hardscapes-and-furnishings-pj-vj~84477) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Gardening Activities](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gardening-activities-pj-vj~62205) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 25 - [Vines](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vines-pj-vj~60407) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Gardens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gardens-pj-vj~55563) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - [Perennials](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/perennials-pj-vj~55693) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 65 - [Shrubs](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shrubs-pj-vj~55556) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 38 - [My Designs](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/my-designs-pj-vj~55459) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - [Edible Plants](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/edible-plants-pj-vj~55462) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 [See all 11 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/jocelyn-h-chilvers-pfvwus-pf~687921919) ## Ideabooks - [Great Design Plant: Fernbush](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2709815/list/great-design-plant-fernbush) — 6 ideas - [6 Water-Wise Perennials for Blazing High-Altitude Summers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/15002442/list/6-water-wise-perennials-for-blazing-high-altitude-summers) — 10 ideas - [Great Design Plant: Rocky Mountain Bristlecone Pine](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7684114/list/great-design-plant-rocky-mountain-bristlecone-pine) — 6 ideas - [Weed War: When and How to Use Chemical Herbicides](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4229590/list/weed-war-when-and-how-to-use-chemical-herbicides) — 3 ideas - [Great Design Plant: Kintzley's Ghost Honeysuckle](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3101017/list/great-design-plant-kintzley-s-ghost-honeysuckle) — 6 ideas - [Rocky Mountain Gardener's September Checklist](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3912907/list/rocky-mountain-gardener-s-september-checklist) — 8 ideas - [Rocky Mountain Gardener's February Checklist](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6489484/list/rocky-mountain-gardener-s-february-checklist) — 8 ideas - [Great Design Plant: Callirhoe Involucrata Wakes Up Hot Garden Spots](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/15793810/list/great-design-plant-callirhoe-involucrata-wakes-up-hot-garden-spots) — 5 ideas - [Great Design Plant: Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany, an Easy Evergreen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/22171850/list/great-design-plant-curl-leaf-mountain-mahogany-an-easy-evergreen) — 6 ideas - [Xeriscape Gardens: How to Get a Beautiful Landscape With Less Water](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23941374/list/xeriscape-gardens-how-to-get-a-beautiful-landscape-with-less-water) — 7 ideas - [Great Design Plant: Sunrose Dazzles on Dry Slopes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23348956/list/great-design-plant-sunrose-dazzles-on-dry-slopes) — 6 ideas - [Warm Up Your Home With an Evergreen Windbreak](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/22927690/list/warm-up-your-home-with-an-evergreen-windbreak) — 10 ideas - [Rocky Mountain Gardener's January Checklist](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5951606/list/rocky-mountain-gardener-s-january-checklist) — 6 ideas - [Take a Winter Walk on the Safe Side](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/21058687/list/take-a-winter-walk-on-the-safe-side) — 9 ideas - [Great Design Plant: Evergreen Candytuft for Glossy Winter Foliage](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/20874006/list/great-design-plant-evergreen-candytuft-for-glossy-winter-foliage) — 6 ideas - [Design Your Landscape for Peace and Quiet](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/20001152/list/design-your-landscape-for-peace-and-quiet) — 12 ideas - [Great Design Plant: Goldenrain Tree, an Ornamental Performer](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/20008101/list/great-design-plant-goldenrain-tree-an-ornamental-performer) — 7 ideas - [Grow Your Own Privacy: How to Screen With Plants and Trees](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/18901952/list/grow-your-own-privacy-how-to-screen-with-plants-and-trees) — 11 ideas - [Texture Talk: 4 Foliage Types for Distinctive Gardens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/17074321/list/texture-talk-4-foliage-types-for-distinctive-gardens) — 14 ideas - [Great Design Plant: Rocky Mountain Zinnia Brightens Hot, Dry Spots](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/17356915/list/great-design-plant-rocky-mountain-zinnia-brightens-hot-dry-spots) — 4 ideas [See all 49 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/jocelynchilvers) ## Community Q&A **Q: what is this hoe called?** *(in Photo Questions)* I have not seen this type before. Is it available online? A: It's called a scuffle hoe or stirrup hoe. I bought mine at my local garden center. Try a name search for online retailers. **Q: Would zone 6 be okay?** *(in Photo Questions)* Would Zone 6 be ok? A: Honeysuckle vine. Read the photo caption and the Ideabook for more info. **Q: What is the blue spiky plant?** *(in Photo Questions)* Great colour and structure A: bluestem joint fir **Q: What are the yellow flowers?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: 'Moonshine' yarrow. One of my favorites because it is not invasive (by seed) as some yarrows are. **Q: Where can I purchase this plant? Can I buy this plant online?** *(in Photo Questions)* Connie A: You will need to check with your local garden centers or do an internet search for mail-order suppliers. **Q: What types of plants are used?** *(in Photo Questions)* Drought tolerant? A: The white flowering plant is candytuft. The grass is blue oat/blue avena grass. The silver foliage plants are dwarf rabbit brush (left) and basket-of-gold (right). Also shown: Dragon's Blood sedum. All of these plants are drought tolerant, the rabbit brush especially so. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-18.*