Fine Gardening &
Estate Maintenance
Crafting the Art of Outdoor Living.
Led by Jake Bradley, a third-generation tradesman, Private Paradise brings together a specialized collective of horticulturalists, stonemasons, and craftsmen. We don't just maintain landscapes; we curate estates. Our approach balances "Old World" technical skill with a modern, white-glove service experience.
Core Service Hierarchy
The Foundation: Weekly Exterior Care (Base Package)
The minimum standard of care for all Private Paradise clients.
- Mowing: Precision turf management for a carpet-like finish.
- Trimming: Crisp edges along all garden beds and structures
- Blowing: Meticulous clearing of all hard surfaces, patios, and driveways.
- Frequency: Every week, without fail.
Optional Enhancements
These services are customized following a personal property consultation to align with the homeowner's specific vision.
The Estate Concierge Package
- Event Support: Pre-event staging and
post-event cleanup - On-Demand: Flexible visits for urgent property
needs. - Travel Checks: Regular property security and maintenance checks while you are away.
- Interior Floral: Weekly deliveries of fresh, curated
flowers.
Comprehensive Garden Care Package
- Expert Pruning: Horticulturalist-led shaping of shrubs and hedges.
- Perennial Care: Specialized maintenance and deadheading.
- Seasonal Rotations: Planning and planting of seasonal color/annuals.
- Soil Health: Continuous monitoring of mulch levels and soil nutrition.
- Note: Materials billed as used.
Outdoor Living Care Package
- Hardscape Detailing: Power-sweeping and cleaning of patios and walkways.
- Kitchen & Furniture: Wiping and prepping outdoor kitchens and luxury furniture.
- Guest Readiness: Ensuring your social spaces are pristine at all times.
Spring & Fall Seasonal Resets
- Spring: Property-wide debris removal, garden cutbacks, and awakening the landscape.
- Fall: Leaf management, final debris clearing, and protective burlap wrapping for sensitive species.
- Note: Disposal fees and materials billed as used.
Weed-Free Garden Care Package
- Continuous maintenance of all planting beds
- Manual weeding and refined grooming of landscaped areas.
- Ensures a "just-planted" aesthetic throughout the growing season.
The Private Paradise Process
01
Base Quote
We provide an initial quote for our Weekly Exterior Care.
02
Consultation
A short on-site meeting to understand your goals and assess the property.
03
Custom Suite
You select the optional A La Carte packages (2–6) that fit your lifestyle.
04
Monthly Billing
Labor is fixed; materials and disposal fees are billed as used for total transparency.
The Emerald Turf Program - Organic Lawn Perfection
From - $3,000 per season
A science-based, organic approach to developing a dense, healthy estate lawn.
Includes:
- Soil health enhancement
- Natural weed and pest prevention
- Seasonal feedings
- Aeration and overseeding
- Irrigation optimization
Designed to produce resilient turf without reliance on harsh chemicals.
Bespoke Fine Gardening – Weekly Bed Care Program
$65/hour
For properties requiring detailed ornamental oversight.
Includes:
- Hand weeding and soil cultivation
- Deadheading and precision pruning
- Perennial division and thinning
- Specimen plant monitoring
- Detailed garden presentation
For homeowners who expect their gardens to look composed and well-managed at all times.
A Structured, Proactive Approach
We manage estates proactively — identifying issues early, making seasonal adjustments, and preserving the original design intent as the landscape matures.
Our goal is simple:
Consistent care. Clear communication. No surprises.
Limited Enrollment
Estate Maintenance is reserved for a select number of properties to ensure proper oversight and responsiveness.
Create Your Escape Plan
Visit privateparadise.ca to view our portfolio of work involving our master carpenters, pool builders, and stonemasons. Contact us today to schedule your estate consultation.