Meet Eric Schmalz, landscape designer at Garden Supply Company with 11 years on our team and over 25 years of professional experience. With a horticulture degree from Auburn University, Eric shares his philosophy of finding the right plant for the right location—and how our design process works from consultation to installation.
In this video, you’ll discover:
✨ Complete landscape design process: consultation → sketches → installation
✨ Why professional design protects your investment long-term
✨ Common mistakes and creative solutions
✨ Budget expectations: $2,500 to $50,000+
✨ One-year warranty on all trees and shrubs we install
✨ Why “water can’t run uphill”—working with nature, not against it
Common Landscape Challenges Eric Solves:
🌳 Wrong plant, wrong place (sun plants in shade or vice versa)
💧 Drainage issues—working with natural water flow
🌱 Shade under trees—beautiful alternatives to struggling turf
🏡 Regional adaptation—what thrives in the Southeast vs. other climates
Our Design Process:
STEP 1: Book Consultation – Designer visits your property (up to 1 hour). Eric examines exposure, drainage, existing conditions. Pro tip: Bring a notebook!
STEP 2: Design Development – Eric creates sketches and ideas (2-3 weeks). For DIY: detailed notes and plant recommendations. For installation: in-depth plans with pricing.
STEP 3: Installation – Typically 3-6 weeks out. Eric supervises every installation day. We plant 12 months a year with excellent success rates.
STEP 4: Follow-Up – Watering guides provided, questions answered via email, one-year warranty on all trees and shrubs.
What to Expect:
💰 Budget Range: $2,500 to $50,000+
📅 Best Time: Year-round planting success
⏱️ Timeline: 2-3 weeks design, 3-6 weeks to install
🛡️ Warranty: One year on installed trees & shrubs
Eric’s Philosophy:
“Anybody can draw a landscape, but not everybody can put the right plants in the right location. Protect your investment by working with 25+ years of experience understanding what actually thrives in our Piedmont region.”
ABOUT GARDEN SUPPLY COMPANY
For over 25 years, we’ve been Cary’s trusted source for expert landscape design and quality plants. Our team brings decades of experience with site-specific solutions for Triangle-area properties.
VISIT US:
📍 1421 Old Apex Rd, Cary, NC 27513
📞 (919) 460-7747
🌐 www.gardensupplyco.com
HOURS: Mon-Fri: 9am-6pm | Sat: 8am-6pm | Sun: 11am-5pm
SERVICES:
🌱 Custom Landscape Design & Consultation
🏡 Professional Installation with Designer Supervision
🌳 One-Year Warranty on Installed Trees & Shrubs
🌿 Extensive Plant Selection for Piedmont Region
BOOK YOUR CONSULTATION:
Ready to transform your outdoor space? Book online or call us. Eric looks forward to meeting you and bringing your vision to light.
CONNECT: Instagram @gardensupplyco
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 – Meet Eric: 25+ Years Experience
1:00 – Creative Problem-Solving with Unique Plants
2:10 – Common Mistakes: Wrong Plant, Wrong Location
3:06 – Design Services: Consultation to Installation
5:20 – DIY vs. Full Installation Process
6:38 – Budget Expectations
7:36 – Working with Drainage: Water Can’t Run Uphill
8:45 – Complete Timeline
10:01 – Year-Round Planting Success
10:46 – One-Year Warranty Details
12:07 – Why Use a Professional
14:07 – Let’s Bring Your Vision to Light
“The best time to plant is yesterday.” Whether you’re dealing with drainage challenges or dreaming of a landscape transformation, our team has the regional expertise to create outdoor spaces that thrive in the Triangle area. 🌻
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