--- title: "MGH Gardens — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/mgh-gardens-pfvwus-pf~92290305 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~92290305.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "MGH Gardens" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/653315890f63abf7_6045-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19146, United States" phone: "(267) 240-3010" website: http://www.mghgardens.com rating: 5 review_count: 24 best_of_houzz_awards: 5 followers: 44 last_updated: 2026-10-12 --- # MGH Gardens Original Houzz profile: [MGH Gardens](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/mgh-gardens-pfvwus-pf~92290305) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** Philadelphia, PA - **Serves:** Philadelphia - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (24 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2019–2023), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Award winning - 17 years in business MGH Gardens has 19 years of experience designing and installing APLD Gold award winning landscapes and garden retreats. We specialize in creating urban garden living rooms that maximize precious outdoor space. In the city, plants are just one aspect of a successful garden retreat. That's why we also design and select the right structures, hardscaping, walls, fencing, furnishings, lighting and other accents to complement the interior decor and architecture. We revel in making Philadelphia greener while creating urban dream gardens one room at a time. We delight in designing garden rooms that incorporate our clients personal aesthetics and functional desires, resulting in beautiful personal outdoor urban sanctuaries. Each garden room design includes a carefully thought out space plan of hardscaping, walls/fencing, furniture and plant material that incorporates a curated selection of plants, furniture and accessories. Speaking to the design sensibilities of the client is of the utmost importance. Her work has been featured in This Old House Magazine, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Home and Garden Magazine, The Montgomery Newspapers and The Chestnut Hill Local Newspaper. She believes a garden should reflect your personality, desires and taste. Her personalized service addresses a variety of design styles and harmoniously blends the existing sites’ architecture with your personal aesthetic to create an outdoor area for relaxation and rejuvenation. ### Services Provided - Landscape Design - Garden Design - Hardscaping - Landscape Plans - Patio Design - Drought Tolerant Landscaping - Custom Fire Pits - Outdoor Lighting Design - 3D Rendering ### Areas Served - Philadelphia ### Typical Job Cost $30,000 - 125,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | MGH Gardens | | Address | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19146, United States | | Phone | (267) 240-3010 | | Website | http://www.mghgardens.com | | Followers on Houzz | 44 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pg/MGH-Garden-Design-500803483666390/posts/?ref=page\_internal - X (Twitter) — https://www.instagram.com/mghgardendesign/ - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-hasenecz/ - Blog — https://www.mghgardens.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [MGH Gardens](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/mgh-gardens-pfvwus-pf~92290305) - **Website:** http://www.mghgardens.com - **Phone:** (267) 240-3010 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - APLD Gold Award Winner, PHS Blue Ribbon Garden designer - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2019–2023), for Service. **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 — 24 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 5.0 - Communication: 5.0 - Value: 4.8 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — mariepapalia, April 2022** > Maria did an amazing job on our patio and we are so glad that we hired her for our project. Our patio was as plain and boring as could be and now the space is completely transformed! Maria and the contractor that carried out the project were communicative, trustworthy, and personable. I highly, highly recommend! **Comment from MGH Gardens:** > Aww thank you Marie. It was a delight to work with you and transform the space! I wish you many years of happiness enjoying it! **★★★★★ — Eliot, Oct. 2021** > Maria and her team are fantastic! Our backyard was little more than a dull concrete slab, but Maria completely transformed it into a beautiful oasis. Her design was imaginative and inspired, and the execution was impeccable. Maria was a pleasure to work with through every stage of the process. I can’t recommend her highly enough! **★★★★★ — K GL, Sept. 2021** > Working with MGH Gardens was a pleasure. Maria's work is impeccable and she is communicative, professional, and terrific at her job. The team she works with is wonderful. She is creative and collaborative. I would strongly recommend MGH Gardens to anyone looking to beautify a space. **Comment from MGH Gardens:** > Thank you so much! It really means the world. I’m so happy your experience was such a pleasure. It was a fun project and I can’t wait to see the new furniture. Wishing you lots of wonderful times in the new garden. **★★★★★ — Ellen Kwon, Aug. 2021** > We loved working with Maria! She is so passionate about her work. She took our inspiration photos, saw the vision, and made it happen! Our backyard was functional but especially through the pandemic we really wanted a safe space to relax and enjoy being home. We decided to work with Maria to reimagine our space. She worked within our budget, was very clear about timelines and when we could expect things, and continues to communicate with us post-install as we learn how to maintain our new garden. We're in love with our new space and are fully enjoying our home. Thank you, Maria! **Comment from MGH Gardens:** > Thank you for hiring us! It was a pleasure for all of us to work in your lovely space. **★★★★★ — katesam327, July 2021** > Maria designed my dream backyard garden for my center city home! The entire process from design to construction was seamless. Maria’s knowledge of plants, flowers ,and design is remarkable. I asked for a four season oasis and that is exactly what I got! The plants she selected for me are beautiful and lush, the lighting creates a beautiful effect at night, and the furniture, colors, flooring, and planters all go together beautifully to make my space inviting , serene, and easy to maintain. Maria also brought in the contractor and he was the best contractor I have ever worked with! The entire process was hassle free and fun! I love my backyard. Maria is a first rate designer who works hard to make sure her clients get exactly what they envisioned. **Comment from MGH Gardens:** > Thank you so much for your kind words. It was such a pleasure designing and installing your garden! I have friends who live in the area that love walking by to see the plantings from the street side! enjoy your new space **★★★★★ — Tiffani, July 2021** > Maria was a great resource as I navigated this type of project for the first time. She was prompt, always met her timelines and delivered a really beautiful end result. It was a stress-free experience and I attribute that to Maria’s professionalism and amazing eye for landscape design. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a wonderful garden transformation. **Comment from MGH Gardens:** > I think it turned out great and really appreciate your confidence in my design abilities. You did an amazing job tracking down just the right furniture and accessories to complement the design. Hope you you and your family get many years of enjoyment in the space. many thanks! **★★★★★ — gmahlmann, May 2021** > I am so thrilled that I found Maria and was able to have her transform our city garden. Maria listened to what we wanted and needed to make the space work for our family. She understood our "quirky" taste and embraced everything we'd done in the yard already. The process was straightforward, happened exactly when it was supposed to and was actually completed in less time than expected. The contractors that Maria works with are informative, hard working, and very considerate. It's so exciting watching everything grow and makes working from home a dream! **Comment from MGH Gardens:** > Aww, thank you! We always love to hear a client is thrilled with their gardens. We all loved working in your gorgeous space! It has been a pleasure working with you and on your garden every step of the way from design to install. I can't wait to see it fill in! **★★★★★ — Sara, Oct. 2020** > Working with Maria has been a dream! Everything about the process was clear, on time, and expertly done from start to finish. She also works with great people to bring her design to life, so you don't need to worry about that part of the process either –– you're in fantastic hands! Our little city backyard feels much larger now and Maria helped us stay on budget during the planning. I need to start taking photos of each person's "WOW!!" face as we show off our new oasis. Thank you, MGH Gardens! **★★★★★ — Ryan Stewart, Aug. 2020** > My experience with MGH Gardens was phenomenal! It was clear from the first meeting that Maria had the experience and expertise in urban landscaping that I was looking for. This was my first project as a new homeowner and Maria took the time to explain the entire process which really made me feel at ease. I filled out a quick questionnaire regarding plant/design preferences, selected a few items Maria sent me on Pinterest, and the design was underway. Maria suggested so many things I didn't even think of that really made a huge difference in the outcome of my design such as extending the fencing up to 6 feet, a self watering system, automatic outdoor lighting, and plant varieties that are beautiful and hearty. The design presentation was incredibly detailed and included 3D views where I could see every aspect of the yard. Maria transformed my backyard from a horrible eyesore into a beautiful urban oasis on time and on budget! **Comment from MGH Gardens:** > Thanks Ryan, I’m thrilled to hear you had such a positive experience and really appreciate the compliments!. They crew did a great job on the installation. Hope you have many years of enjoyment to come in your new urban oasis. **★★★★★ — M F, Sept. 2019** > I can't say enough good things about working with Maria. She is talented, professional, and brings creative ideas into her designs. She was incredibly responsive to my requests, and really listened to what I was looking for in a design, and gave me a few options to choose from. I appreciated her involvement in the actual build-out as well--it gave me peace of mind to know she was checking in on the work bring done to make sure it adhered to her designs. I'd recommend working with Maria / MGH Gardens to anyone looking to revamp their outdoor space! **Comment from MGH Gardens:** > Thank you so much! I am delighted it was such a positive experience for you and it was such a pleasure to work with you. **★★★★★ — HU-872673844, July 2019** > IOur backyard/garden is a very important living space to us. We spend most of our time out there from spring to fall. Due to the fact that a new three story house is soon to be built next to us, throwing us into shade we had to be proactive. MGH Gardens was highly recommended. Maria came out, took measurements and talked to us about what kind of plants we liked. From there she drew up a plan showing us where each plant would be. She recommended a very reputable landscaper. We couldn’t wait for installation day! Maria came out and placed the plants where they belonged, even refusing two of them. We love our new yard/garden. We eat all three meals out there and then enjoy the space up until bedtime. **Comment from MGH Gardens:** > I'm so thrilled that the design exceeded your expectations and provides an oasis for you within the city. Hans did a great job with the built ins freeing up more space for the firepit! **★★★★★ — Miss Brooke the Garden Lady, July 2018** > A cottage garden was my dream for our front yard space. Maria took my dream and put it into a plan that has continued to WOW for over a decade. Maria was able to use my existing plant material, as well as, specify new plants that would attract birds and butterflies to the garden. My garden blooms during all 4 seasons and is now a "Certified Wildlife Habitat!" I couldn't happier with the results; neighbors tell me they walk by my house just to check out what's blooming in the garden. ## Selected projects - [Rittenhouse Square Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rittenhouse-square-garden-pj-vj~3337817) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 6 - Description: This client was looking to create an attractive restful outdoor space that allowed sufficient room to relax and dine while also providing space for their child to play. There were significant drainage issues that needed to be addressed and a stairwell was added to allow access from their newly remodeled kitchen. A new flagstone patio incorporated a perimeter drain to channel the water. The rear wall was refaced with brick and capped with flagstone. A new side fence was installed and stained. The… - [Queen Village Revamp](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/queen-village-revamp-pj-vj~6886974) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 5 - [Queen Village Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/queen-village-garden-pj-vj~3962608) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 8 - Description: This client desired a garden reflective of those found in Charleston, NC. We reworked the brick patio and beds, moved the air conditioner and removed the stucco on the west wall to expose brick and ancient niches. The new fountain is surrounded by perennials and flanked with custom made iron trellis that hold blooming hydrangea. The homeowner wanted a little balcony along the top of the wall so one was custom made and accentuated with a verdigris finished planter containing boxwood, annuals and… - [Filter Square](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/filter-square-pj-vj~6728495) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 6 - [Rittenhouse Garden Overhaul](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rittenhouse-garden-overhaul-pj-vj~6012257) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 6 - [Brewerytown Redo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brewerytown-redo-pj-vj~6728475) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 8 - [Bella Vista Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bella-vista-garden-pj-vj~3337844) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 5 - Description: When we first arrived at this garden space it featured dilapidated walls and a lack of greenery. The client wanted to add raised planters that featured colorful shrubs, perennials, annuals and vines. We installed a 4 season interest planting scheme that blooms spring through fall and provides winter interest with evergreens and grasses. Planters, garden accents and furniture were recommended to compliment the clients interior decor. An antique Indian door was purchased to be installed as a gate… - [Graduate Hospital Redo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/graduate-hospital-redo-pj-vj~6728464) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 4 - [Fishtown floating benches](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fishtown-floating-benches-pj-vj~6728524) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 8 - [Society Hill Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/society-hill-garden-pj-vj~1975345) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 3 - Description: When we first visited this Old City garden it had forlorn builders grade shrubs and no interest. The whole look was elevated with the addition of a custom iron trellis, statue and structural plantings. The shrubs provide year round interest and are accentuated with perennials. Now the homeowner looks out their dining area to this lovely site. Personality was added to the front and deck spaces with a statue and various planters. - [Wash West Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wash-west-modern-pj-vj~5944247) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 10 - [Callowhill Street](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/callowhill-street-pj-vj~5714356) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 6 - [Graduate Hospital Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/graduate-hospital-garden-pj-vj~1974609) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 14 - Description: The homeowner desired secure parking, a diverse plant palate, accessories and furnishings to accentuate their interior decor and the ability to use the garden at night while downplaying the existing concrete wall and paver patio. With budgetary constraints in mind, the existing patio was reshaped near the driveway to allow for rounded beds to accommodate more plants. The narrow bed width was maximized by using upright plant varieties in the back and creeping near the front to soften the hardscap… - [Point Breeze WIP](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/point-breeze-wip-pj-vj~6728534) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 6 - [Northern Liberties Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/northern-liberties-garden-pj-vj~1975285) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 2 - Description: The artist homeowner desired a colorful garden that would look nice from both inside the house and from the studio in the rear of the property. The shade garden featured a lovely winding path that connected the home to the homeowners art studio. A planting plan was created that provided various textures, foliage shapes and blooms throughout the season. - [Fitler Square Courtyard](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fitler-square-courtyard-pj-vj~4910757) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: Lots of character was added to this diminutive Fitler Square courtyard with color, plants and new accessories. The blue Adirondack chairs were added to pop against the clients existing Tuscan tile table. An ironwork bench and terra cotta fountain add more interest to the composition. The arrangement is completed with a window box and planters changed out seasonally. - [University City Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/university-city-garden-pj-vj~1975309) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 2 - Description: The homeowners of this overgrown yard longed for an urban garden to relax and enjoy the shade garden. Two patios were installed connected by a flagstone path interplanted with colorful creeping jenny. The patio nearest the house was accentuated with new furniture, a riverbirch tree, perennials and groundcovers. The path to the rear patio is surrounded by flowering shrubs and perennials. A fire pit was installed made of natural stacked stone. - [Courtyards](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/courtyards-pj-vj~1975298) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Mount Airy Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mount-airy-garden-pj-vj~44559) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - Description: A beautiful low maintenance, contemporary, shade garden in the Mount Airy section of Philadelphia. - [Suburban Patios and Hardscape](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/suburban-patios-and-hardscape-pj-vj~3915473) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 [See all 22 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/mgh-gardens-pfvwus-pf~92290305) ## Ideabooks - [Wainscoting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/153785848/list/wainscoting) — 1 idea - [Contractors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/137399160/list/contractors) — 2 ideas [See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/mghgardens) ## Community Q&A **Q: What is the manufac name of fireplace & the dimension where can u get** *(in Photo Questions)* A: love this steel fireplace. Can you tell me where you sourced the insert and is a natural gas line run to it or does it use propane tank? I'd love to design one like this for a client. **Q: What kind of slate- beautiful color..** *(in Photo Questions)* Thanks, Berry berrydeal@gmail.com A: can you please tell me how this fire feature was constructed? Is it electric or gas? **Q: Could you pls tell me what the tree is? thx** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hornbeam Carpinus --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-10-12.*