Recent Awards and Articles
Exceptional Services We Offer
Desert Foothills Landscape began in Cave Creek, Arizona in 1990. We have a creative team of professionals, specializing in custom high desert landscape. Our combined expertise, field experience & product knowledge guarantee consistent results whether we are installing your landscape or maintaining it.
SEE ALL SERVICES

Maintenance & Additional Services
Desert Foothills Landscape provides superior maintenance service to clients in the Cave Creek, Carefree, Anthem, Scottsdale, and Phoenix. We have professional, reliable, uniformed...
READ MORE
Private Nurseries
Whether it's a tiny golden barrel cactus or a massive saguaro or organ pipe cactus, our team has the experience and equipment necessary to get the job done. Our oversized cranes,...
READ MORE
Irrigation & Drainage
Watering your lawn is the key to preserving it's lushness and beauty. Our irrigation experts carefully design your sprinkler system to ensure maximum coverage to your lawn. Whether...
READ MOREProject Galleries
You'll find many or our project galleries featured in the
Phoenix Home & Garden publication for our creative designs.
About Our Company
Since our inception in 1990, we have honed an innovative artistic approach to creating outdoor living environments that will significantly increase the value of your property, and more importantly, the quality of your life.
We create the art you live within. We view landscape as an interactive, multidimensional, living art form. It should be unique, stimulating setting that engages the senses, sparks your imagination, and renews your spirit. Your landscape should have a timeless beauty that allows you to transcend the day-to-day, and greatly enhance your quality of life. We want you to awake in the morning with a desire to race outside to your own personal oasis.
Request An Estimate
Why Choose Us?
HIghly Skilled Office Staff
Our friendly office staff are here to assist you with any questions or requests in a timely manner.Licensed, Bonded, Insured & Uniformed
We have professional, reliable, uniformed crews installing and maintaining your landscape. ROC# 304251Complimentary Consultations
Our complimentary consulations allow our clients to feel comfortable to express, in their own words, what they are looking for in a landscape design.Dependable Services
We love to take pride in the work we complete. Each project is finished on time and on budget.Private Nurseries
We own two private nurseries of unique succulent and cacti specimen, which are exclusively reserved for our design clients.Take back your free time by having us take care of your lawn.
Latest News More News
Is curb appeal important?
If you want a potential home buyer excited from the start, you need to have curb appeal in your front entry and street...
Read MoreDefensible Space – Fire Break
Desert Foothills Landscape has been working with local fire departments for decades on ways to help prevent wildfires. ...
Read More3D – Tours
Featured on our 3D Tour Page you are encouraged to view 4 properties that designers Desert Foothills Landscape and Jake...
Read MoreNext Previous Client Testimonials
“It’s so much better than we imagined it could be,” says the wife. “We put our trust in Chad, and he delivered. You don’t have to have a huge backyard to have a nice view.”
“The first word that pops into my head is ‘magnificent.’ Everything has a reason and a place and a purpose,” says Laurie, who adds that neighbors often thank them for beautifying the neighborhood. Brian agrees. “We wanted our yard to look like it was a natural, established landscape, not a newly completed project. Chad’s design gives you the feeling of a very mature property even though so many things are brand new.”
“The house flows incredibly well together,” says the owner. “But what really does it for me is the sight when I’m sitting on the patio at sunset with the lights of the Valley glowing below and planes from Scottsdale Airport flying above. It’s moments like these that make me appreciate the home—and all the hard work that went into it—even more.”
“Coming from Chicago, to be able to use our outdoor areas year-round is a real treat,” Jay says. “I travel extensively, and when I come home I feel like I am on vacation here. It makes the grind worth it.”
“Each plant is a piece of art itself, and with Mark Wdowiak’s help, we have been able to curate an ever-changing show,” says Jay. “Every window is a vignette to the outside,” Dale notes. “There isn’t a room in the house that you don’t look out and see a great garden.”
“We went to Hawaii, they installed the landscape, and the first thing we said when we returned home was ‘Wow!’” says Mark Fisher.
“We switched all lighting to energy-efficient LED bulbs or fixtures, and programmable timers keep everything in sync,” comments the husband. “Even when we weren’t exactly sure what we wanted, Marc listened and was able to incorporate our ideas,” she says happily.
“Mark Wdowiak values collaboration, so we were involved as the project evolved,” comments Chris. “He has great communication with his crew, and we experienced no headaches with this renovation. In fact, I tell friends that I was happy to write him a check.”
Client Testimonials
Barry Bingham
“From day 1, over our eleven year relationship, I have always been impressed with Marc Vargas. He is always quick to respond and I feel he truly appreciates our property as well as our relationship. People often comment about our landscape and it’s all because of Marc’s design and his follow-through. In addition, I appreciate the office staff, Karen and her staff are always caring and on the ball. I would like to commend the Special Projects group. They have always been there to deal with my lighting and water feature needs. In addition, they were really comprehensive when it came to my annual tree trimming project. Finally, the design work has been excellent as well as the execution of the design and always done as a fair price.”
Barry Bingham – Scottsdale, AZ
Kim and Chris McWaters
“Mark Wdowiak values collaboration, so we were involved as the project evolved,” comments Chris. “He has great communication with his crew, and we experienced no headaches with this renovation. In fact, I tell friends that I was happy to write him a check.”
Jay and Dale
“Each plant is a piece of art itself, and with Mark Wdowiak’s help, we have been able to curate an ever-changing show,” says Jay.
“Every window is a vignette to the outside,” Dale notes. “There isn’t a room in the house that you don’t look out and see a great garden.”
Jim Albaugh
“They are true artists. I always like the end result. The whole team from Chad on down.”
– Jim Albaugh
Mark Tate – Tate Studio Architects
Desert Foothills has provided landscape design and installation services for our projects since 2009. Their work is unequaled in this industry…! Their passion for desert environments and knowledge of desert flora combine to result in masterfully created landscapes that will forever set the bar. I highly recommend these folks for all of your landscaping needs.
Mark Tate
Peter Haselhorst
I had a chance to meet with the crew that does the maintenance on our landscaping this morning. We are here seasonally and don’t get a chance to talk to your workers very often. Your crew remembered what I had mentioned to them last Spring about how far our lot extended. They hadn’t realized how large an area it was. So he wanted to know if every thing was satisfactory. I did see the difference in how much better that area, as well as the rest of the yard looked. So I just wanted to let you know that your crew is doing a nice job on our yard, and were very courteous and helpful this morning.
Peter Haselhorst
T. Roberts
I wanted to tell you how pleased I am with your designs and your landscaping staff. They are such hard workers. The are quick, professional and friendly. Thank you for keeping my property looking so beautiful.
Thank you,
T. Roberts
Laura Kehoe Design
We highly recommend Desert Foothills Landscape! They transformed the landscaping of a recent project of ours into a heavenly oasis in the desert. The attention to detail, knowledge, and creativity was all top notch! Our client was thrilled!
Laura Kehoe
Doug Harrower
I just want to tell you how much we enjoy having Gerrado and his crew work on our landscaping. He always makes a point of checking in with me when they come and always checks to see that I am satisfied with the way thing look. First class customer service.
John Phin
Please convey to Adrian how much we appreciate the work his crew did yesterday saving our Mesquite that was storm damaged. The tree looks great and very secure. And so timely! I’m sure many customers had similar storm related issues and we were delighted our tree could be helped so quickly. That’s two trees now that Desert Foothills has saved, saving us a lot of money!
Thanks again,
John Phin
Brian and Laurie Cunningham
“The first word that pops into my head is ‘magnificent.’ Everything has a reason and a place and a purpose,” says Laurie, who adds that neighbors often thank them for beautifying the neighborhood. Brian agrees. “We wanted our yard to look like it was a natural, established landscape, not a newly completed project. Chad’s design gives you the feeling of a very mature property even though so many things are brand new.”
Homeowners – Featured in Phoenix Home & Garden – Desert Vision
“We switched all lighting to energy-efficient LED bulbs or fixtures, and programmable timers keep everything in sync,” comments the husband.
“Even when we weren’t exactly sure what we wanted, Marc listened and was able to incorporate our ideas,” she says happily.
Gary Hopkins – Crossings IV HOA
Gentlemen,
Many thanks to Juan and his crew in doing such a nice job in maintaining our landscaping. They are doing an excellent job.
Also, thanks to them for the fine job they are doing caring for the landscape at our gate (Crossings IV HOA).
Sincerely,
Gary Hopkins
Phyllis Strupp
Pam and Mark Fisher
“We went to Hawaii, they installed the landscape, and the first thing we said when we returned home was ‘Wow!’” says Mark Fisher.
Robert & Janis Hahn – Scottsdale, AZ
We have been clients of yours for a while now and want to acknowledge the excellent work of our current crew and supervisor on our account. Sebastian Martinez and Carlos’ crew are without a doubt the best. They are conscientious, knowledgeable, dependable, and on top of issues. They care about their work leaving the customer with peace of mind that their investment is being well managed. It is this high level of customer service that promotes Desert Foothills Landscape as a premier provider.
Please acknowledge these employees for this great work and outstanding performance.
Thank you,
Robert and Janis Hahn
Robin Andersen
Hi there, just wanted to let you know that I recently arrived back in town after a brief absence. The crew of Geraldo, Daniel and Adrian have done a great job keeping things looking good. They are very approachable and are eager to do a great job. Please pass along our satisfaction.
Thanks
Robin
Mike & Shannon Hitchcock
“Jake and the team at Desert Foothills Landscape surpassed our expectations on our landscape re-design, making the home we purchased truly feel like ours! Jake quickly grasped our vision for the re-design complimenting it with many of his own conceptions, resulting in a stunning finished product.”
Mike and Shannon Hitchcock – Desert Mountain
Martin & Lisa Potter
“They have an excellent landscape design staff, and are extremely good at listening to the client’s requests. The office staff is always cordial and accommodating. Chad Norris is absolutely the best; I have recommended him to many people.”
Martin & Lisa Potter
Susan Gauss
Not really sure I have the words to express my gratitude to your crew who have turned our yard into something so special. It has been such fun for me to watch the day to day workings of a yard transformation – it is like a well directed stage play. Most importantly is the team – they have been a joy to watch as they work together, have been so kind to me, and have honored EVERY request I made or answered any question, and leave the worksite tidy and neat. You should be so proud of them all.
Whether I am soaking in the tub, sitting at my desk in the bedroom, sorting out a meal at the kitchen window, or passing thru the living room – you and your talented crew have made our yard another stunning room to enjoy from every angle.
With heartfelt appreciation and thanks,
Suzie