The Cedars

Redwood Forest Estates

During the evolution of Planet Horticulture, McCrory and Raiche found that many property owners had natural areas that were often neglected and unappreciated.  Raiche’s unsurpassed botanical skills and understanding of natural areas led to a new realm of work for Planet Horticulture.  Blending horticultural areas with their larger surroundings and creating access to and understanding of natural areas became a major focus of work.  McCrory and Raiche see the natural landscape as it’s own kind of garden.  Fragments of natural areas harbor their own valuable ecosystem: birds, bees, butterflies, various native plant communities and more.  Encouraging healthy natural areas encourages diversity which ultimately helps our vineyards, gardens and homes.  There is also a significant benefit in the beauty of natural areas; a well maintained natural area can be like a private park.  From neglected corners in Bay Area urban residential lots to the back 40 on large parcels in the North Bay, Planet Horticulture has created amazing trail systems, destinations and gathering spots while restoring the ecology, removing undesirable vegetation and helping to reduce fire fuel loads.