Business Details
Expert Landscaping & Nursery Services in Vermont
Labour Of Love Landscaping has been cultivating a unique blend of horticultural expertise and creative design in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom for over two decades. Our team specializes in curating over 700 varieties of Zone-3-hardy perennials, meticulously grown from seed or division to thrive in challenging climates. We offer comprehensive landscaping solutions including custom design, installation, and maintenance services tailored to both residential and commercial properties. Our commitment to quality extends beyond plants, featuring handcrafted botanical displays, themed guest accommodations filled with antiques, and artisanal products like homemade jams and handwoven textiles.Led by proprietor Kate Butler, a recognized innovator in cold-climate gardening, we combine technical expertise with artistic vision to create enduring outdoor spaces. Our restored 1800s Greek Revival home serves as both a retail destination and a testament to our dedication to preserving horticultural heritage while embracing modern landscaping challenges.
Services
Landscaping Design
Nursery Sales
Garden Maintenance
Plant Installation
Pond Construction
Stone Work
Pruning Services
Zone 3 Hardy Plants
Highlights and features
- We offer over 700 varieties of Zone-3-hardy perennials for residential and commercial properties
- Our full-service landscaping includes design, installation, and maintenance tailored to cold climates
- We specialize in unique plants that thrive in Vermont's challenging growing conditions
- Our nursery provides both field-grown and potted plants for immediate landscaping needs
- We combine technical expertise with artistic vision in every project we undertake
What people say
Breathtaking succession of flowering
Relentlessly creative proprietor
Fairies dance upon the petals
Glorious garden blooms spring to fall
Best plants in New England
Services
Landscaping Design
Our expert designers create customized landscaping plans that maximize Vermont's challenging growing conditions. We combine technical expertise with artistic vision to develop functional outdoor spaces that thrive year-round. Each design incorporates cold-hardy perennials and sustainable practices tailored to the property's unique microclimate.
Nursery Sales
We offer over 700 varieties of Zone-3-hardy perennials grown from seed or division. Our nursery provides both field-grown and potted plants suited for Vermont's climate. Customers can explore our extensive collection in a scenic setting with picnic areas among the flowers.
Garden Maintenance
Our maintenance services ensure year-round beauty through seasonal pruning, plant health monitoring, and adaptive care routines. We specialize in preserving cold-weather plantings and maintaining the unique ecosystems within our clients' landscapes.
People
Kate Butler
Proprietor
Kate Butler is a pioneering horticulturist specializing in cold-climate gardening. She cultivates all plants from seed or division, focusing on unusual Zone-3-hardy species. Her innovative approach has made Labour of Love a destination for unique landscaping solutions.
Questions
What landscaping services do you offer?
We provide full-service landscaping including design, installation, and maintenance tailored to Vermont's climate.
Do you sell plants to the public?
Yes, our nursery offers over 700 varieties of Zone-3-hardy perennials available field-grown or potted.
Are your plants suitable for cold climates?
All our plants are specifically selected for Zone 3 hardiness, with some surviving in Zone 2 conditions.
Can I visit your gardens?
Our display gardens are open daily until dark with picnic areas among the flowers and river views.
Do you offer accommodations?
Yes, we have themed guest rooms filled with antiques and tropical plants, available year-round.