--- title: "bower_and_branch — Landscape Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/bower-and-branch-pfvwus-pf~943846719 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~943846719.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: bower_and_branch category: ["Landscape Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/921384cf006c9a50_5305-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Pearl River, New York 10965, United States" phone: "(866) 873-3888" website: https://bowerandbranch.com rating: 4.4 review_count: 21 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 4 last_updated: 2026-11-07 --- # bower\_and\_branch Original Houzz profile: [bower\_and\_branch](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/bower-and-branch-pfvwus-pf~943846719) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Contractors - **Location:** Pearl River, NY - **Serves:** USA - **Houzz rating:** 4.4 out of 5 (21 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2022–2024), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Budget friendly - Woman owned - Published nationally Bower & Branch provides a comprehensive modern solution for landscaping projects, from concept to creation. Our online design platform, Tilly, connects homeowners with local landscape designers to craft custom designs tailored to their unique needs. Our innovative e-commerce experience enables Bower & Branch to offer the largest trees and plants through real-time inventory from independent growers, ensuring unmatched freshness, exceptional quality, and immediate impact on an outdoor space. Guided by expert landscape architects, horticulturists, growers, and plant enthusiasts, this process guarantees a yard that is functional and beautiful. For more information, visit www.bowerandbranch.com. ### Services Provided - Hardscaping - Garden Design - Pool Landscaping - Drought Tolerant Landscaping - Gazebo Design & Construction - Custom Bocce Ball Courts - 3D Rendering - Deck Design - Landscape Design - Landscape Plans - Patio Design - Swimming Pool Design - Design Consultation - Drafting - Outdoor Lighting Design ### Areas Served - USA ### Typical Job Cost $649 - We sell big trees straight from the grower at a range of pricing. Design costs are based on the size of your property and which yard(s) you want to design. A Front yard starts at $649+, Back $949+ or Full $1399+ for design packages. Add-ons include Side Yard ($179), Lighting Plan ($99+) and 3D Images ($329+). ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | bower\_and\_branch | | Address | Pearl River, New York 10965, United States | | Phone | (866) 873-3888 | | Website | https://bowerandbranch.com | | Followers on Houzz | 4 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/bowerandbranch - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/40970264/ - Blog — https://bowerandbranch.com/blogs/landscape-design ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [bower\_and\_branch](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/bower-and-branch-pfvwus-pf~943846719) - **Website:** https://bowerandbranch.com - **Phone:** (866) 873-3888 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Good Housekeeping Home Renovation Exceptional Landscape Design Service, Veranda Magazine: 11 Innovative Female Landscape Architects, Forbes Next 1000. Recognized by Wall Street Journal, Real Simple, Family Handyman, Home & Garden, and more. - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2022–2024), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.4 out of 5 — 21 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 4.5 - Communication: 4.2 - Value: 4.4 ### Reviews **★ — emillinenice, Sept. 2024** > Designer totally missed the mark. Plus he asked for extensions twice wish I had no choice but to accept. when I asked for the final project to be rushed or just at least given a partial so I could start, there was no way he would even consider it. What a waste of money, I had my niece, a college student design it instead for free. By the way I sent the company a complaint/review they did not even respond. **Comment from bower\_and\_branch:** > We are sorry to hear this. We will have a team member reach out to you directly to resolve the issues. **★★★★★ — K R, March 2024** > Using Tilly was a great choice for my family, as garden enthusiasts and DIYers. We knew we didn't need full-scale implementation and the costs that came with it, so hiring a digital service that provided a map and plant selection was a great option. Our designer was kind, enthusiastic, a great listener, and responsive. The process was seamless but I did not feel lacking in the personal touch because of digital delivery. In fact, I recently\\ had to ask them a question and their customer service was great -- three years after we first engaged! The investment in Tilly was well worth it, because we've more than saved the amount in mistakes avoided because of their plan and good counsel. We truly started with a blank slate and have implemented their ideas in phases, and now it is paying off beautifully. I would recommend Tilly without hesitation. **★★★★★ — karin8, Oct. 2023** > Tilly did a great job designing our landscape and providing good directions. After the project/collaboration began, Covid hit and we needed to adjust our budget. Tilly was kind enough to modify the plans for us, with a smaller budget in mind. Very considerate. **★ — Daiane Sharkey, Aug. 2023** > I bought a package for my front yard, that apart form a couple of olive trees, it was a blank slate. I had a meeting with a designer and told her a couple of ideas I had (plants by the fence and a tree in a corner) and what kind of plants I would like, and the type of yard I was looking for, and told her I did not know what to do with the rest and that I was open to ideas. Well, I got a design with plants by the fence (not one of the ones I requested) a tree in the corner and other then that pebbles everywhere else, nothing else but pebbles. So basically, all she did was add rocks to my original design, and I paid for that! I thought I would contact them and explain what happened and see if they could maybe let me meet with someone else, but after three emails in the span of a month without the courtesy of a reply, I am not very hopeful I will ever hear from them. Now I am out of almost $400 and a design that is basically rocks. I don't usually write reviews but I felt I needed to let people know about this company. The design is not even the worst part, it is really the complete lack of response to my emails, extremely unprofessional. **★★★★★ — dpthom, April 2023** > A huge thank you to Team Tilly for their incredible work. We were blown away with the garden design they did for our condominium building. The design, attention to detail and speed was very impressive. The whole process was hassle free. We would certainly recommend Tilly to anyone who is seeking a quality, cost-effective and beautiful garden make-over. **★★★★★ — HU-262478512, Dec. 2022** > We used Tilly for a large, multi-floor backyard roof deck and are thrilled with the design. Our house has a contemporary vibe and we were starting with an empty space. We wanted to soften the look with lots of greenery, an extended built in BBQ area (side by side Big green egg & gas grill) and a few seating areas. Our design was delivered on time and with careful considerations to our special requests. We have had fun over the past few months following the plan and getting way more use of the deck. We highly recommend! **★★★★★ — Lori Stearns, Oct. 2022** > I used Tilly in 2020 to help me with my front yard and there was no question I was going to use them again for my backyard. Our designer helped us see a smarter layout, which made a lot more sense than our original idea. We had the added issue of needing to get a variance from the village in order to keep an existing outbuilding on the property and having a design to show was invaluable. Since I've had my plans, I've been able to work with our landscaper, mason, and carpenter to show them the vision/idea. Our landscaper was able to quote us the project cost with the planting plan and scaled design. **Comment from bower\_and\_branch:** > Thank you, Lori! We're thrilled to hear your plans have been so useful. We can't wait to see your finished project. **★★★★★ — HU-461403746, Oct. 2022** > Honestly we were skeptical so we only had Tilly design our front yard to start, but we absolutely loved the plan and will be doing the backyard with them next spring. We didn't purchase the 3D images this time, but I think they'll be helpful for the back as we plan to make more significant changes there. Overall a great value and we're excited to work with them again! **Comment from bower\_and\_branch:** > Thank you for sharing your experience. We look forward to working with you again in the spring! **★★★★★ — Mike F, Oct. 2022** > I had been trying to update our backyard for years, but I was at a loss as I know little about plants and don't have a good design eye. We would go to the local plant store and leave empty handed not knowing what would work in our yard. A friend suggested Tilly to create a backyard plan for us and I wish we had done it years ago. A terrific experience and our yard looks great now. **Comment from bower\_and\_branch:** > Thank you so much for your review, Mike! We're thrilled to hear you are so happy with your yard! **★★★★★ — Mike, Oct. 2022** > My wife and I bought a new home on a small, 1/5 acre lot last March and it looks like both the front and back yards had been neglected for years (decades?). I knew we wanted a full re-do of the landscaping, and I'm pretty handy and plan to do the majority of the work myself, but Tilly was able to provide us with a phased approach for the backyard that made much more sense (and less stressful) than what I had in mind. I definitely recommend Tilly if you're feeling stuck and not sure how to lay out your space. **Comment from bower\_and\_branch:** > Thank you so much for your review, Mike! It's great to hear we were able to create a plan you are excited about! **★★ — hawkbury, Oct. 2022** > My wife and I went back and forth on whether to use Tilly's or go through brick&batton and we chose Tilly's because our main focus was putting in a pool and what the landscape would look like around it and HEY they use plants that do well in your area so let’s do it! We paid for the full and did the upgrades for lighting and 3D, we were very excited until.... our first video call, and the video wouldn't work. The guy said "weird that's never happened before" but assured us that we had enough pictures he had what he needed. We waited the 7-8 weeks just to have him put the pool in the wrong direction which threw everything off! We had to use our ONLY 1 free revision on something that shouldn't have been done in the first place! We ended up asking someone else to do it who said the previous person "wasn't far off" but yet we are waiting another 6-8 weeks to see the revision. The person that took over also mentioned the previous guy used a few plants that weren't native to the area (weird! I thought that's what the company specialized in!) When we got our 2nd revision, they completely left off the landscaping around the mailbox-there was a huge hole! Do you mean our plan went to 3D imaging and they also missed that detail? They removed our AC units and put plants in their spot (pretty sure I won't be able to do that)- I had to email them about both the issues. The backyard looks good... finally! But the front yard looks like garbage and we won't use their design for the front! What a waste of money! In summary, I WOULD NOT use them again nor would I recommend using them. **Comment from bower\_and\_branch:** > Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Your feedback is important to us as we rely on it to ensure we're keeping our customers happy. We are very sorry to hear that was not the case with your project and understand you are disappointed about certain elements in your plan. We have reached out by email to discuss further with you and your wife. **★★★ — chaz012, June 2022** > I'm not sure if this company is a scam or not? I met with a designer, had a VERY simple yard to design. Specified what I wanted. After a couple weeks I got a design that matched nothing I had asked for. For example, I specifically said I wanted 6 palm trees along the front. He put 2. I said I wanted 3 placed along the side to give me privacy from neighbors, he put 5 evenly spaced out along the side not at all lined up where I had asked for. They offer one modification to their design. I marked up all the changes I needed on the same day they sent me their "design". About a week later I get "Your changes have been done and your design is complete!". I'm not exaggerating, not a single thing was changed. I emailed them back immediately and asked them why they didn't make a single change. No response. I called them 9 times, it always goes to voice mail. I'm not sure if they are even a legit company at this point. I can't speak to anyone, they've ignored all my contacts and did nothing I asked for. Avoid, save yourself $800. I disputed payment with my CC. They'll have to respond to them. > > \*\*\* I did want to update the review since my issues were resolved. Apparently the designer uploaded the same version accidently and didn't see or have access to my "project review" I submitted. Secondly I was told that the customer service agent was on vacation that week, so they were not able to respond to my calls. Not until I wrote the feedback did they realize their mistake and fix it immediately. They told me they have a new dashboard coming out that should solve the communication and customer service issues I had. I think once that's out it'll be a 5 start service. Until then, customer service needs work and it's a 3 start process, for me. **Comment from bower\_and\_branch:** > Thank you for your honest review and for the update. We are excited to share that we have launched our new project dashboard that is intended to address much of your feedback. We know this will make the process smoother. Best of luck installing your project and we can't wait to see update. ## Selected projects - [Front Yard + Backyard Design (New York)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/front-yard-backyard-design-new-york-pj-vj~6602949) - Location: Flower Hill, NY - Photos: 3 - [Denver Area New Build Designed With a Contemporary and Water-Conscious Landscape](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/denver-area-new-build-designed-with-a-contemporary-and-water-conscious-landscape-pj-vj~7008625) - Location: Littleton, CO - Photos: 13 - Description: A blank slate in Columbine Valley, CO is turned into a gorgeous contemporary, simple, and water-conscious landscape that has some pops of color and is designed to conform with local HOA guidelines. - [New Construction Landscape Design (Colorado)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-construction-landscape-design-colorado-pj-vj~6602942) - Location: Denver, CO - Photos: 13 - Description: New to Colorado, this homeowner needed help with plant materials and making their new construction feel more like home. 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