Testimonials
"When we met with Marion, we did not know what we wanted to do with our small patio space. She asked questions about our lifestyle and created a low walled area. A perfect setting, which accommodates just the two of us, or an entire group, by using the wall as additional seating. It has worked wonderfully and comfortably for us. In fact, our patio area won Intown Manchester's "Best Residential Landscaping" Award for 2006. We call on Marion every spring to select the annuals for our containers and tuteurs. She knows our busy schedules and seems to select those plants that can thrive with little maintenance, but look so beautiful and lush all summer long. We are thrilled with her work."
Pauline and Dick Charpentier, Manchester, NH
"Marion provides a creative approach to her garden designs. She is extremely caring about the environment and has a wealth of resources and wonderful ideas to help you create the perfect garden retreat. She truly has a gift, for flowers seem to love her and something magical happens in the gardens she tends."
Susanna Hargreaves, Hooksett NH
"I had been wanting to do some landscaping in our back yard for years, but knew very little about what kind of plants would be best for our yard, would bloom at different times of the year, and would be low maintenance. Marion took the time to sit with me and walk me through all the possibilities without overwhelming me with options. She created a design that allowed me to develop a vision of what our yard would look like, which made making our selections so much easier! I helped Marion with the installation of our plants, and in the process learned SO much more about how to care for plantings in general. I am very happy with the results and am very pleased with how little maintenance the plants need!"
Karen Dionne, Manchester NH
"My wife Janet and I have been customers of Marion's for several years. In addition to attending several of her awesome workshops, we have utilized her talents for a design/ build landscape project at our home in Bedford, NH.
If you need some landscape design, design/installation, or maybe just a very knowledgeable Master Gardener to explore some future landscape concepts with, Marion, The Divine Gardener is just that person. For instance, Janet and I wanted to "Extreme Makeover" a significant portion of the landscaping around our swimming pool. The original landscaping contained many flowering plants. However, several years ago I discovered that I was allergic to bee stings. (ouch!!) Other landscapers just didn't listen about our desire to have a WOW landscape design while not being an attractant to my bee friends. But Marion did!!! Not only did Marion develop a terrific design, she did the installation!! Oh, and if you like to get your hands dirty, Marion doesn't mind if you help with the installation.
You owe it to yourself and your yard to see what Marion, The Divine Gardener can do for you!!!
In addition, if you are concerned about how to plant a container garden, if you have no containers to plant a container garden in, if you PANIC at the thought of pruning you landscape trees and shrubs, you need to go to some of Marion's The Divine Gardener, workshops. She offers incredible, hands on, "small class size" workshops, at her beautiful home in Hooksett, NH, on many popular topics related to gardening. If you are frustrated about your gardening skills, Marion will help you go from yuck to yea!!!"
Tom Tamulevich, Bedford, NH
"Dear Marion -
I just had to write you a note of appreciation and to thank you for the lovely perennial garden that now sits in my front yard. Not only do I love it but you captured my desires explicitly. Totally amazing! Everyone that comes to my home comments on its beauty!
I would also like to thank you for the wonderful drip irrigation system - it made my busy life so much easier and gave me the opportunity to really enjoy my garden.
I am looking forward to working with you again - my backyard is calling!
Enjoy! "
Cathie Simard, Goffstown, NH
"Every morning, and again in the evening, I walk out to see what's "happening" in the garden you designed for us last year. Everything is filling in so nicely and it all came back after the winter. As one fades the next ones bloom. You're so brilliant!
I had expected all your choices to look wonderful when we're outside, but it was a total surprise to see how delightful they look from the INSIDE. What a joy just to walk past the window and see the Siberian Irises. (YES, thanks to your diagrams I know their names.)
Thank you for making it happen. Please feel free to send anyone over to Mason to see for themselves. Just have them call me for directions. 289-2561."
Brenda Wiley, Mason NH
"Hi Marion, I just had to send along another testimonial. And as they say… a picture is worth a thousand words.
I cannot believe that this is just the first year after planting. I never dreamed it could look so spectacular in one year. The landscaping guy that is putting in a waterfall/pond out back told me this is the best perennial garden/border along a house he has ever seen! Thank you for brightening up our life!"
Brenda Wiley, Mason, NH
"Thank you so much for the flower beds you designed for us! I couldn't have begun to do the job myself. It's wonderful that the different colors come and go with the seasons. Wow! I am amazed. Its like you were the orchestra conductor of plants! And of course, you knew how much I liked the blues and purples… because you asked. For the frustrated gardener like me, who can't visualize the finished product and who wants expert help, you truly are the Divine Gardener! I love your design and highly recommend your work."
Sally Humphries, Hooksett, NH
"The Divine Gardener, Marion Jacobi, is the best thing that has happened to my yard in Londonderry in 20 years! If you need a gardener and can't stand reading another gardening article about plants that only grow in magazines, call The Divine Gardener!"
Carol & Steve Powis, Londonderry, NH
"I am thoroughly enjoying my plants. They have grown beautifully, and flowers keep coming. I'm so proud of myself (even though I realize that it was your class that made me a success). My husband laughs whenever I examine my pots for the thriller, filler, and spiller."
Kathy Emond, Nashua, NH
"When we had my daughter's 2nd birthday party, most of the activity was going to be outside. Instead of spending money on a floral arrangement for the dining room table we decided to buy some hanging baskets for our garage and shed. By going to The Divine Gardener I was able to handpick which flowers I wanted in a hanging basket and was able to learn by helping to pot a few of them myself. The hanging baskets we purchased have been divine indeed. They have been vibrant and growing since the day we brought them home over a month ago. They add so much color, and every time I pull into the driveway they put a smile on my face. They have also taken next to no maintenance and should last the remainder of the summer. We will now buy hanging flowers and potted plants from Marion every year."
Shelby O'Donnell, Weare, NH
"Thank you for saving our yard. I am very, very appreciative. I now feel good about our yard as opposed to ashamed. Words can't express our gratitude for the time and attention you give to our living project. The beauty of the gardens add so much joy to our lives."
Renee Duval, Concord, NH
"As usual the class was GREAT! And I love your energy. Yes I could buy flowers at the store and plant them at home but I probably would not get the same quality plants nor would I have the advantage of your knowledge and expertise. I look forward to watching my containers become more beautiful as they grow through the summer. Just wanted to say thank you."
Gretchen Uhas, Lyndeborough NH
"I just want to say what a pleasure it was meeting you and to thank you for a great shrub pruning class last Saturday! It has given me a lot of confidence for when I attack my yard during the upcoming weeks. I'll look for another class of yours to attend in the future."
Tom Tamulevich, Bedford NH
"Thank you for your tremendous help in sprucing up our business entrance. The potted flowers and shrubs you selected give us a beautiful and cheerful appearance in every season. You found great solutions for our problem areas and continue to keep us looking good with your expert maintenance. Your willingness to listen to our ideas and incorporate them into the design is greatly appreciated. We highly recommend The Divine Gardener for commercial and residential environments."
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