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Sundown Gardens

Landscaping, Lawn and Yard Work, Tree Service,

About us

80 +/- employees. Cost is determined by the job. Sub-contractors used on select projects. Earl and Dorothy Knapp started Sundown Gardens in 1949 by specializing in growing peonies and perennials for retail sales. They grew and cultivated plant material as cut flowers for purchase. In 1966, Stevan Knapp, Earl and Dorothy’s only child, started the landscape division. To complete the full-service lawn and garden package, Sundown Gardens offered a landscape maintenance service in 1993. The service provides landscaping, hardscape and lawn services. To this day, the service customizes groundskeeping plans for client properties primarily throughout Indianapolis and surrounding areas, including but not limited to: Zionsville, Carmel, Westfield, Fishers and Geist. In 1995, Dorothy and Stevan retired and a few long-standing employees took leadership of the company. The current owners, along with a dedicated team of knowledgeable and skilled experts, continue the Sundown Gardens tradition of expert knowledge coupled with quality installation and top-tier customer service. In January 2016 Sundown Gardens moved to its new location at: 505 West 186th Street, Westfield, IN 46074, at the corner of Springmill Road and 186th Street. OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY-FRIDAY 9-5 OR BY APPOINTMENT. RETAIL CENTER HOURS: VARY DEPENDING ON SEASON PLEASE CALL FOR CURRENT RETAIL CENTER HOURS (317)846-0620.

Business highlights

75 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Full Service Garden Center, Landscape Design, Build, Installation, Full Service Grounds-Keeping, Lawn & Tree Fertilization & Treatments, Lawn Irrigation, Mulching & Mowing, etc. Please contact us directly at 317-846-0620 or admin@sundowngardens.com

Services we don't offer

Home Pest Control & Exterminating

Amenities

Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.7192 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
80%
4
10%
3
3%
2
1%
1
6%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.4
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.7
Showing 51-75 of 192 reviews

ELIZABETH B.
05/2011
5.0
landscaping, lawn service
  + 0 more
I like the work they do and I think they did a fabulous job.
Description of Work: Sundown Gardens came yesterday to do some landscape work and spring cleanup.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,200

Bruce B.
05/2011
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
My experience with Sundown Gardens Company was amazing. I thought they were just off the charts. They provide outstanding service. Their design was a great. They just went above and beyond to accommodate us. Their pricing was amazing. I would continue to use them in the future.
Description of Work: I last used Sundown Gardens Company for landscaping work about a week ago.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

LESLEE D.
05/2011
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping
  + 0 more
Their price was reasonable. They were very accommodating. They were very responsive. They followed up well. They tried to work smoothly and make things work. They have a lot of services. I will be using them for trees and shrubs. I would use them in the future.
Description of Work: I used Sundown Gardens within the last couple of weeks. They did extensive landscaping around the pool area. They put in a fire pit. They built a bar area. They also built French drains and worked on the drain problem.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

NANCY G.
05/2011
5.0
landscaping, lawn service
  + 0 more
Joe Russ always contacts us to see when and what we would like done for spring clean up and sends us a nice estimate for each item we request so we always know what each piece of the work costs. The workers are always very professional, courteous and efficient. They are knowledgeable and careful with how everything looks after all their work. They arrive timely and work quickly. They have always done an excellent job and if we have any questions, they are very willing to answer them and provide assistance. We highly recommend Joe Russ and Sundown Gardens.
Description of Work: Sundown Gardens has done our spring clean up work every year since we moved into our home (about 4 yrs) - each year they mulch and trim our plantings and in the past 2 years they have planted various trees and shrubs. Joe Russ does an excellent job of designing the planting areas and recommending trees and plantings. This year we had him re-design our front entry garden with new boxwoods and hydrangea .... everyone in the neighborhood loves the new look. They removed the old spreading junipers and planted the new shrubs and even helped us out with how to deal with some patches of Johnson Grass in our front lawn. We also had them clean out our basement window wells and add river rock which looks so much better than the pea gravel that Ryland put in there.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

BRENDA C.
03/2011
3.0
lawn treatment
  + -1 more
They were effective but we didn't care for their services. They could improve on their application process.
Description of Work: We used Sundown Gardens for weed control.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0


Barbara I.
02/2011
5.0
landscaping, mulch
  + 0 more
They were good, prompt and reasonable. I spent $1500 on that work. I was pleased with their work. The man who designed the landscape was very pleasant. He was very polite.
Description of Work: I used Sundown Gardens 10 years ago for to design some landscaping, bought the plants and replant some plants that I had in my backyard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

RONALD R.
02/2011
5.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
They had a good service. They did good work such that they were running all the time and running our bill up. We thought their cost was too much and that's why we didn't use them. It depends on the price that's for sure, but probably we would not be using them in the near future.
Description of Work: We used the services of Sundown Gardens two to three years ago for lawn and yard work.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$2,000

Ryan L.
02/2011
1.0
pest control, tree service
  + 0 more
We had some very large spruce trees in our back which were important to us for screening purposes. We wanted to make sure they remained healthy. I kept asking him to watch them. In the course of the 2 to 3 years they were treating the trees one of them had to be cut down because it died. When asking him about the tree, which is obviously a spruce, his response was "well, you know these pine trees..." and I thought I am not even using someone who knows what they are doing. So I wasn't very pleased with their responsiveness. This was a 30 foot tree and now all that is left is a big hole. I could never get an answer out of them. I was up front that we wanted to invest in treatment because we did not want to lose the trees. Other trees did well but this one was obviously sick and kept going downhill. I never got any answers as to what they were doing to help this tree survive. We finally just had to cut it down because it died. The price was a little on the high side of market value. They came on their own schedule to complete the treatments.
Description of Work: Sundown Gardens provided pest control to keep our trees healthy from bugs. The price listed was for a summer of treatment.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
4.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
5.0

$1,000

Andra P.
01/2011
5.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
I spent about $7000 on their services. They were very efficient. They stuck to what they said they would do. I think it took them a couple of days to finish the work, but it turned out to be really nice. However, when they got to the end of the job, they did not do quite a good job as when they had started out. I could not tell if they ran out of materials. The parts where I was not running around and checking, they did not seem to do very well. I think their price was reasonable. I will consider them for a future quote.
Description of Work: I used Sundown Gardens for lawn and yard work, 2-3 years ago.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000

TOM F.
01/2011
4.0
lawn treatment
  + -1 more
I've used them for a couple years now. I'm on a program with them.
Description of Work: They fertilize my yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0


mrs. george H.
12/2010
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
High quality. Work done efficiently (used cherry picker to reach very high limbs) with adequate help. Workers cleaned area neatly. Attentive to owner's wishes. Subcontracted labor. Setting up appointments was cumbersome.
Description of Work: Trimmed large tree; braced smaller trees

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$465

Steve & Teresa H.
12/2010
5.0
pest control, lawn service
  + 0 more
It has been going well so far. They had also done some lawn care for us during the fall season and that too has been going well. We would recommend them to the other members. We have been pleased to know them and they have done good work for years. Their service was fruitful and they were prompt. They were reasonably priced although we don’t remember as to how much we paid for the last service that they performed. They came and treated the trees when the weather was right. One man did whatever was required to be done. We were not there in the lawn when they did the work.
Description of Work: We have used the services of Sundown Gardens during the early summer. We had some trees treated for pest control.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

JOSE B.
11/2010
5.0
lawn treatment, tree service, landscaping
  + 1 more
They charge about $35 for the application. I have been doing business with them for 15 to 20 years now and that’s probably one of the reasons why I picked them for that. They are honest and they know what they are doing. I don’t have to worry about them messing things up. They clean up after themselves. They just get the job done. They are pretty reasonable compared to the other companies. I would definitely continue to use their services in the future too. In fact, I am planning on having them do the landscaping too.
Description of Work: I use the services of Sundown Gardens for lawn and tree maintenance. They fertilize my bushes and trees. Their last visit to my house was about a couple of months ago. They provide the service about 3 times a year in spring, fall and winter.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$35

JORGE A.
11/2010
4.0
lawn treatment
  + -1 more
Grass had a tough year due to the lack of rain, but the program seems to work well. The only area I wish they would do better is communications as I am not always sure if they came or not. A simple piece of paper left at the door after each application would tell me they have been there...
Description of Work: Signed up for their fertilization program. They were inexpensive and more reasonable on the number of applications per year.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

Tyrone E.
11/2010
5.0
landscaping, tree service
  + 0 more
Awesome!!! Joe Russ listened and created an amazing design for his very talented landscape team to implement. The result was a beautiful home plan! While we began with an idea of planting a larger maple and getting some help with cleaning up our yard, he pulled together an amazing smorgasbord of ideas which were made available a la carte for us to decide for each area of the yard as well as other services including lawn care. We did go with most options and our yard was the recipient of an extreme makeover. Our existing irrigation was comprehended in the plan such that it was not disturbed with the enlargements and new diggings. It's hard to wait for Spring, when all the new plantings will pop to life with new foliage. Our sole regret was not coming back to Sundown Gardens earlier. We had purchased some Hoopsi spruce and crabapple about 7 years ago which remain as some of the most beautiful specimen in our yard. It was night and day difference between us pruning and the pros at Sundown. There were no unexpected surprises and they did such an amazing job cleaning up you would never know they were soo busy. Additionally, they were very patient with talking through the work and care after the job was done. They are not the lowest price in town but they have been around a long time and their reputation and warranty goes with high quality and care. We do look to adding more maintenance, fertilizing and Fall cleanup services going forward to enhance the beauty of the new additions. We strongly reccomend this very friendly smaller company to anyone with landscaping needs. Your mulch beds will not be dismayed!
Description of Work: Met and interviewed me on-site, made reccomendations, designed and performed landscaping work on our current landscape by enlarging beds, relocating plants and tree, and pruning plantings and trees.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

ERIC P.
10/2010
4.0
hardscaping, landscaping
  + 0 more
They did a big job. I think they are reputable and I think they are good. They are honest and fair. They do what they say they are going to do. They have got creative ideas. The owner Todd Erb is a very nice person and very talented. I just never know with the economy what it is like now. I think some of the businesses have been hard hit, so you never know if they are still operating this way. I would use them again in the future if I hadn't found this other guy I liked better.
Description of Work: Sundown Gardens landscaped the entire yard about 2 years ago. They also did some hardscaping.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$30,000

THOMAS A & DIANE F.
10/2010
5.0
greenhouses, landscaping
  + 0 more
Pleasant experience. Cathy Haggard was very helpful. Insallation and plants look great.
Description of Work: Bought a Colorado spruce and 4 Arborvitae with installation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200

SHAREN & MICHAEL E.
09/2010
5.0
lawn service, lawn treatment
  + 0 more
They're very prompt and polite. I've been with them for about three or four years now. I'm very satisfied with their services.
Description of Work: They do grub control and fertilization.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$35

Scott A.
08/2010
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
They are a long-term company. They have been around for forever, and I've done business with them on multiple occasions. They have always provided good quality work on time.
Description of Work: They created some new beds and landscaped with shrubs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000

JOELLEN K.
08/2010
5.0
lawn treatment, tree service
  + 0 more
No story...just on-going great job.
Description of Work: They treat my trees, shrubs and lawn. They are efficient and everything is healthy.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

KENNETH & JOAN B.
08/2010
4.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
They came 3 times. We were not too happy with what they have done with our crabgrass. We have since hired someone else.
Description of Work: They did our lawn service.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

$50

David K.
08/2010
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They also came and planted the trees, but they haven’t done any landscaping work for me. My experience with them was positive. So, I have gone back to them frequently. They are usually very helpful when I am there. They do a professional job. It cost me $1500 for them to come out and plant the trees. They aren’t the cheapest. I will use them again in the future.
Description of Work: I used Sundown Gardens, 3-4 years ago. I bought trees and plants from them.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

DIANE L.
07/2010
4.0
tree service
  + -1 more
There was nothing that was outstanding about them. Their price was exceptionally high. I would not use their services in the future.
Description of Work: I used the services of Sundown Gardens about a year ago for trimming some trees.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0


RANDY R.
07/2010
5.0
mulch
  + -1 more
Everything went well, they delivered on time.
Description of Work: They delivered mulch for us.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

WILLIAM W.
07/2010
5.0
tree service, landscaping
  + 0 more
Several times per year Sundown Gardens treats our plants, including a very large willow tree. We have never had a problem with them returning calls. As they show up during the day, and no one needs to be home, punctuality and professionalism are not rated.
Description of Work: We use Sundown to treat our landscaping to prevent disease. They also apply anti-scale treatment to very large willow on our property.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$70

Contact information

505 West 186th Street, Westfield, IN 46074

http://www.sundowngardens.com

Service hours

Sunday:
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*
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Service Categories

Landscaping,
Lawn and Yard Work,
Tree Service,
Lawn Fertilization & Treatment,
Mulch and Topsoil,
Pavers and Hardscaping,
Greenhouses/Nurseries,
Lawn Irrigation,
Pest Control,
Patios,
Holiday Decorating,
Snow Removal

FAQ

Sundown Gardens is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Sundown Gardens accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Sundown Gardens does not offer free project estimates.
No, Sundown Gardens does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Sundown Gardens does not offer a senior discount.
No, Sundown Gardens does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Sundown Gardens offers warranties.
Sundown Gardens offers the following services: Full Service Garden Center, Landscape Design, Build, Installation, Full Service Grounds-Keeping, Lawn & Tree Fertilization & Treatments, Lawn Irrigation, Mulching & Mowing, etc. Please contact us directly at 317-846-0620 or admin@sundowngardens.com
Home Pest Control & Exterminating

Contact information

505 West 186th Street, Westfield, IN 46074

http://www.sundowngardens.com

Service hours

Sunday:
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM