FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED SINCE 1971. ALL DESIGNS AND ESTIMATES TAILORED TO THE NEEDS OF EACH CLIENT. OUR THREE FULL-SERVICE DEPARTMENTS INCLUDE LANDSCAPE DESIGN AND INSTALLATION, FULL-SERVICE MAINTENANCE, AND IRRIGATION/ LIGHTING INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE.
Business highlights
54 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
CUSTOM DESIGN AND INSTALLATION OF LANDSCAPE PLANTINGS, PATIOS, RETAINING WALLS, WATER FEATURES, FOUNTAINS & WATERFALLS AS WELL AS OUTDOOR GRILLS AND FIRE PLACES. WE ALSO DESIGN, INSTALL, AND MAINTAIN IRRIGATION SYSTEMS AND LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTING. OUR MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT OFFERS COMPLETE SPRING AND FALL CLEAN-UPS INCLUDING LEAF REMOVAL AS WELL AS PLANTING OF ANNUALS/ PERENNIALS, MOWING, MULCHING, TRIMMING, EDGING, WEEDING, DRAINAGE & EROSION.
Services we don't offer
MOWING SERVICES ARE OFFERED ONLY TO CUSTOMERS WHO ARE UNDER A FULL MAINTENANCE CONTRACT.
Baxter Gardens completely transformed our backyard with a 12 foot high retaining wall to extend our backyard 25 feet, custom fountain, thoughtfully placed landscape lights, irrigation system and a beautiful woodlands garden landscape plan that took advantage of native trees and shrubs while interspersing some exotic species that are hardy to survive our winters. With a project this big, some challenges naturally arose and Baxter always stepped up to find a good and fair solution.
Description of Work: Baxter Gardens completely transformed our backyard with a 12 foot high retaining wall to extend our backyard 25 feet, custom fountain, thoughtfully placed landscape lights, irrigation system and a beautiful woodlands garden landscape plan that took advantage of native trees and shrubs while interspersing some exotic species that are hardy to survive our winters. With a project this big, some challenges naturally arose and Baxter always stepped up to find a good and fair solution.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100,000
Marcia W.
09/2020
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
It was great, beautiful design, excellent installation of the trees and shrubs, fast , tidy and everything was perfect when they left.
Description of Work: They relandscape the side of my house, the summer they completely redid the surrounding area of my pool .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from BAXTER GARDENS OF CHESTERFIELD
Thank you very much for the great review. It was a pleasure working with you and we look forward to taking care of your landscaping again!
Carolyn R.
04/2018
5.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
Professional, knowledgeable and punctual.
Description of Work: Irrigation system spring start up
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Response from BAXTER GARDENS OF CHESTERFIELD
Mrs. [Member Name Removed], Thank you for the great review. I will pass the good word along to our irrigation department!
Jennifer U.
10/2015
4.0
landscaping, lawn service, irrigation systems
+ 1 more
Initially, we liked the landscaping plans they came up with and sorting out what to do first with regards to the plants versus irrigation and budget constraints when we hit a personal snafu. They were very understanding about putting most of our plans on hold while still taking care of mowing and lawn treatments as well as moving a drain pipe to a different location. We had to contact them frequently about this or that and it took some time and patience since it seems their departments are divided up and possibly independent of each other, but the biggest thing I took away from it all was that they were NOT trying to screw me. There may be human error on occasion, but it's not with any negative intent, just life happening. So I am able to trust them - and with being a homeowner, that's HUGE. So yes, as soon as we are in a better position, we will definitely use them again and would definitely recommend them.
Description of Work: We originally contacted them to talk about landscaping, irrigation, and lawn maintenance. By the end, they moved a drain pipe and did some lawn maintenance.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Andrea L.
04/2015
5.0
landscaping, tree service
+ 0 more
They had a god working crew and they had good customer service. My interaction with them was good and the work they did was good.
Description of Work: I used Baxter Gardens of Chesterfield. They did landscaping for me like bushes and trees.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000
Robyn P.
08/2014
5.0
landscaping, irrigation systems
+ 0 more
Called Baxter Gardens to set up an appointment to discuss some landscaping we wanted in our backyard. Brian was very prompt in calling me back to set up a time to come to the house. In fact when he called he had time later that day that also fit into my schedule. We met and talked about the look I wanted. He made some suggestions, I asked questions in more detail, he answered my questions, I picked one of his ideas, he made a drawing right then with the detail that I wanted to see and gave me a (fair and competitive) written estimate based on my decisions. This was only a corner of our backyard we were landscaping which made it easier for him to provide everything right then during our initial meeting (although he was the only landscaper who did this). Brian followed up with email as we discussed a possible additional update that he needed to check on. He kept in touch with me through email answering all remaining questions I had. Brian even came to the house one more time to talk a few things over in person. It was a pleasure working with Brian. I was impressed with his knowledge, professionalism and promptness in everything he did! I was also very pleased with the installation. Brian notified me by email a day ahead before they came. Dustin and Buddy arrived that following morning to do the landscaping along with Brian. I had specifics about plant placement and the plants were placed just as I wanted. Dustin and Buddy worked hard in the 100 degree heat (including shoveling rock) and did an excellent job! I am very happy with the end result. I couldn't ask for it to look any better. In summary, Baxter Gardens did a wonderful job from beginning to end. Will definitely use them again. Highly recommend.
Description of Work: Provided a landscape design and cost estimate for an area in our backyard. Installed the designed landscape.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,170
Denver M.
06/2014
2.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
Baxter Gardens of Chesterfield designed and installed the landscape around our pool. The following spring we contacted them because one of the trees is dying and we wanted it replaced. They came out put a flag on it and said as soon as they get one they would replace it. Well that was 1 year ago. We have contacted them several times, given them pictures of how bad it looks and again, no one ever came with a new tree. They don't return calls. Also we ask for a bid to landscape an additional bed. They came out, took measurements. That was the last we heard from them. That was at least 2 months ago. I think it is time to find a new landscape and irrigation company.
Description of Work: Baxter Gardens of Chesterfield designed and installed the landscape around our pool. The following spring we contacted them because one of the trees is dying and we wanted it replaced. They came out, put a flag on it and said as soon as they get one they would replace it. Well that was 1 year ago. We have contacted them several times, given them pictures of how bad it looks and again no one ever came with a new tree. Also we ask for a bid to landscape an additional bed. They came out, took measurements. That was the last we heard from them. That was at least 2 months ago. I think it is time to find a new landscape and irrigation company.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$30,000
Response from BAXTER GARDENS OF CHESTERFIELD
Mrs. [member name removed], Having completed your pool landscaping in January 2013, we most certainly will still honor our warranty of 1 year on all material. A crew came out on March 28th of this year to add more Old Monroe gravel as well as to replace several coreopsis and other assorted perennials that didn’t survive the harsh winter at no charge. At that time, your designer, Brian Wagner had met with you to take a look at the trees in your landscape and assess whether they would survive or not. As per your conversation, we had agreed to wait and see if they would leaf out in the spring. If they did not survive, feel free to give us a call for replacements as all our spring inventory has arrived by now. I apologize for the delay on returning your estimate for the additional beds, but as you can imagine, springtime is a bit hectic. Brian does have your estimate complete and if you’d like to meet and review the design, he’d be more than happy to set up an appointment. We appreciate your patronage over the past three seasons as an irrigation customer and look forward to working with your landscaping again in the future. James Weishaar Operations Manager
Devika S.
03/2014
5.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
They were very neat and meticulous and completed the task in the time stated. The tree and shrubs are doing fine, but I would like to wait till we have better weather to see how they grow.
Description of Work: Since this was part of the landscaping provided by the builder at our new home, I am not aware of the total cost of service. The provider planted a small tree and some shrubs. I was surprised when they turned up in December as it was cold and the ground was frozen. I thought they would wait till Spring. The staff was great and did a wonderful job.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Janice S.
06/2013
5.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
Chris Weishaar responded immediately to my phone call, and within a couple of days we met to discuss a new landscaping design. I had the design and quote within the week. There was no charge for the design and estimate; however, we did choose Baxter Gardens for the job as they had the best price, a design that we preferred and they already had a good rating on Angie's List. (We've dealth with other nurseries in the past and they charge for their design/estimate if you do not go with them - that Baxter Gardens offered this service free of charge was a plus.) Chris again responded immediately when we wanted to meet to clarify some of the work that would be provided. Chris was always professional and responsive; he listened to what we wanted and explained with knowledge what would be best and why. He was very easy to work with and always polite and patient with us as we asked our many questions. They met their estimated schedule. Chris called me the day before they were going to start the job, as was promised. The work crew were all courteous and did a great job. Chris too was on site a few times during the day. Bottom line, they did everything as previously discussed - the new plants looked great, they moved existing plants to enhance the new design and make everything symmetrical and attractive, hauled off all the old unwanted shrubs and flowers, they placed our soaker hoses around the plants, mulched over everything to give the finishing touches and cleaned up the total area to give it a great appearance. In other words, Baxter Gardens made this a good experience from start to finish and I can offer no suggestions as to what I might have wanted to go differently.r R
Description of Work: Provided new plants (shrubs) and mulch for our subdivisions main center island and both side entrance monument areas. They also moved and transplanted some existing plants, and removed many other shrubs/flowers that we no lonter wanted.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,300
Edward S.
10/2012
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping
+ 0 more
They came on time and they did good work. I was happy that they cleaned up after themselves. The final project looked good. I would highly recommend them.
Description of Work: They were hired for pavers and planting bushes.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Vin C.
08/2012
5.0
lawn service, mulch
+ 0 more
Great job by great folks. Estimate was right on
Description of Work: Cut flower beds, mulched weeded, put rings around trees
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
PATRICIA R.
10/2011
5.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
We have a pretty large system, covering about 2/3'rds of an acre. Baxter's employee was very knowledgeable, organized and efficient. He ran the system to locate the problem areas. It took three service calls of about three hours each to finish the project. After each service call he gave me a detailed invoice of what he had done, went over it with me before he left, and told me when he would be back and what he would do next time. Baxter charges about $80/hour for labor but they waste no time.
Description of Work: They repaired our irrigation system, which hadn't been serviced professionally in many years.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$900
Marsha P.
10/2011
5.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
They are a very good company. Every time they come out, it is at least $100. They are prompt and accommodating. I need to call them to come and shut down the sprinklers. They are just down the street. They are more expensive than any of the other ones for startup, shutdown and maintenance. They are professional. The quality is very good.
Description of Work: I use Baxter Gardens Of Chesterfield to service my sprinklers. They installed them 13 years ago. They were last here to fix a sprinkler head.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Mary S.
09/2011
4.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
They were professional, friendly did a good job and I liked the follow up. When t here was a problem they were very, very good in coming back and dealing with the problem. They were very responsive. They are expensive.
Description of Work: Baxter Gardens of Chesterfield did work for us.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000
Lida W.
07/2011
4.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
Very impressed. I would have hired with only a few tweaks to plan. Husband wanted to go with other company. We didn't use them. If issues next year , may go back to them
Description of Work: Came out to assess landscaping needs. Drainage problems present. Screening of neighbor in back needed. Redo desired of front foundation area..too blah. Guy came out discussed issues. Very bright and had some interesting ideas. Later submitted free drawing (blueprint) worked up and estimates with pictures of various plants intending to use per drawing. Very professional and reasonable pricing. I would have hired, husband preferred other company.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
JOAN D.
02/2011
5.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
They were always professional and their prices were fair. They were always very punctual and when they set an appointment they would keep it. I spent about $75 or $78 per call. I would tell a friend or family member that their prices are fair and that they are courteous, prompt, and punctual.
Description of Work: I used Baxter Gardens OF Chesterfield probably in 2009 and they turned off and on my irrigation system.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75
Rahul D.
02/2011
5.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
Went well. We had some issues setting up appointment, the phone call almost always went to the voicemail. But then they called us back - and left a message - we called back and voila..it went to their voicemail. Kind of painful to get in touch with a real person in the 'irrigation department'. Anyway, once the appointment was setup, it was smooth. If you don't ask about how much its going to cost us, they won't volunteer the information and I forgot to ask..but no big surprises. The actual service was very professional and very well executed. the serviceman was very nice and did not hurry through like we have seen before with some other service providers. I recommend them.
Description of Work: irrigation system turn-off
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Marsha P.
12/2010
4.0
landscaping, lawn service
+ 0 more
They are really conveniently located to my house and their rates were competitive before they were just recently raised. They will come do any service needed for a sprinkler and they are prompt. They even designed my landscaping.
Description of Work: They service my sprinkler equipment every year.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$80
Tom M.
05/2010
4.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
Plant quality was good, prices fair, service decent
Description of Work: purchased plants
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Donna J.
06/2009
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
They did a great job with the work that they did. Their communication was clear and they were always working and being conscience of their job. We are very impressed with their professionalism and will use them again in the future.
Description of Work: We hired them to build retaining wall for our pool. They also landscaped the yard and replaced the window wells that got busted during construction of the pool.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000
RONALD H.
11/2008
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
They did a great job and we were satisfied.
Description of Work: They did some landscaping for us.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Jacqueline B.
06/2008
5.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
They came and measured everything and estimated the job. We realized the estimate left out some things that needed done, so we called them and they gave a verbal estimate over the phone for those things, which we accepted. We were very satisfied with the work they did. I would highly recommend them.
Description of Work: They installed major irrigation pipes and drains in one acre of lot.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,500
PETER B.
10/2007
5.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
Company had minor difficulty locating valves that were buried underground. Once the area to be watered was established the company brought in a piece of equipment to cut and bury the new lines. Then they tied the lines together with installation of the actual heads themselves and patched any holes that had been dug up in the yard. The system was tested and I was shown how to operated the timer. Overall we are very satisfied with this work.
Description of Work: Company located leak, established new mains and installed 4 new zones for existing damaged system. A total of sixteen new sprinkler heads. Work began at 8am and was completed at 2:30pm. The system was damaged when a swimming pool company broke the main lines leading to the balance of property. It was the swimming pool company that suggested Baxter Gardens for the work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,400
LINDA F.
09/2007
3.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
They did not finish the job completely and I had to call them to come back. Another thing was when they got done, they didn t even knock on my door to let me know. All they did was leave a letter in my mailbox, and for as much money as I spent I felt like I deserved a knock at the door to let me know they were finished. The job looks nice and I am pleased with that, but I would not use them again because of how they just finished and left. I was not happy with how they left it, so I had to have them come back to finish.
Description of Work: Baxter came and tore out all of the landscaping in my backyard. They also redid the front yard. They did some planting of flowers, shrubs and plants. They also put down some stone and laid mulch.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
$7,000
LINDA F.
09/2007
3.0
hardscaping
+ -1 more
They did not finish the job completely and I had to call them to come back. Another thing was when they got done, they didn t even knock on my door to let me know. All they did was leave a letter in my mailbox, and for as much money as I spent I felt like I deserved a knock at the door to let me know they were finished. The job looks nice and I am pleased with that, but I would not use them again because of how they just finished and left. I was not happy with how they left it, so I had to have them come back to finish.
Description of Work: Baxter came and tore out all of the landscaping in my backyard. They also redid the front yard. They did some planting of flowers, shrubs and plants. They also put down some stone and laid mulch.
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Service Categories
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FAQ
BAXTER GARDENS OF CHESTERFIELD is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.
BAXTER GARDENS OF CHESTERFIELD accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, BAXTER GARDENS OF CHESTERFIELD offers free project estimates.
No, BAXTER GARDENS OF CHESTERFIELD does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, BAXTER GARDENS OF CHESTERFIELD does not offer a senior discount.
No, BAXTER GARDENS OF CHESTERFIELD does not offer emergency services.
Yes, BAXTER GARDENS OF CHESTERFIELD offers warranties.
BAXTER GARDENS OF CHESTERFIELD offers the following services: CUSTOM DESIGN AND INSTALLATION OF LANDSCAPE PLANTINGS, PATIOS, RETAINING WALLS, WATER FEATURES, FOUNTAINS & WATERFALLS AS WELL AS OUTDOOR GRILLS AND FIRE PLACES. WE ALSO DESIGN, INSTALL, AND MAINTAIN IRRIGATION SYSTEMS AND LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTING. OUR MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT OFFERS COMPLETE SPRING AND FALL CLEAN-UPS INCLUDING LEAF REMOVAL AS WELL AS PLANTING OF ANNUALS/ PERENNIALS, MOWING, MULCHING, TRIMMING, EDGING, WEEDING, DRAINAGE & EROSION.
MOWING SERVICES ARE OFFERED ONLY TO CUSTOMERS WHO ARE UNDER A FULL MAINTENANCE CONTRACT.