Who We Are

Founded in 2010 by two women who are passionate about gardening and design, Hawthorn Landscape Design is a landscape maintenance and design company. We have grown from a humble duo into a team of enthusiastic horticulturalists and landscape designers who provide professional, efficient and friendly service.

We offer a range of services from garden maintenance and lawn care to landscape design and installation services. We love breathing new life into an existing landscape as well as transforming a barren lot. Our expertise is in ecological design and we are committed to environmentally sustainable gardening practices. We use organic products wherever they are available and offer designs that help conserve water and provide habitat for birds, insects and pollinators.

Nothing is more pleasing to the senses than flowers and shrubs in bloom, vegetables and fruits ready to be eaten and mature trees. A beautiful landscape adds not only to the aesthetic appearance of your home or business, but will translate into added value to your property.

We like making things beautiful. We offer great customer service, respond quickly to your needs and we have found that our customers genuinely enjoy having us in their gardens!

If you want your landscape looking good, our team of Master Gardeners and qualified staff provide efficient and professional maintenance services to both residential homes and strata landscapes.  

The Team

Kathryn Weiler

Kathryn has been working with plants for over 3 decades. Her love of ecological design and her concern for the health of the planet drive her to focus Hawthorn Landscape Design Inc. on ecological landscape design, sustainable practices and projects that help mitigate climate change. Making things beautiful is just as important to Kathryn as sustainability is. She believes that our outdoor environments provide essential living spaces and that they deserve to be well cared for.

Kathryn loves working with clients and helping them fulfill their vision. She also prides herself on being a great boss. She provides a fun and supportive work environment for her staff and focuses on mentorship and training to help them grow and provide outstanding service to clients.

Outside of leading the Hawthorn team, you can find Kathryn with her beloved dog Phoebe or practicing the banjo.

 
 

Cody

Cody McLaughlin is our Equipment Manager/Crew Leader. His favourite thing about landscaping is pruning trees and rose bushes and singing loudly while driving between work sites. In his free time, Cody loves hiking, climbing, woodworking, and is learning about managing and running a business.

Julia

Julia is our Office Administrator. Although she doesn’t do much of the physical work, she’s sure does have an appreciation for nature! In her spare time Julia can be found camping, mountain biking, fishing, hiking, cooking/baking, or hanging out with her cat Wolfgang. She can’t pick a favourite plant because they are all unique and beautiful in their own way!

Alan

Hailing from Ireland, Alan is happy to have landed in Squamish and is a keen, energetic member of the Hawthorn team. His favourite tree is Arbutus, his favourite plant is lavender, and his favourite sport is Mountain Biking.

Lydia

Lydia is our Lead hand! She is a positive and outgoing member of our Hawthorn Team! She enjoys using the machines to shape beautiful hedges and make everything look absolutely stunning. In her spare time she enjoys walking/hiking with her dog!

 

See what we’ve been up to on our Instagram

Did you know trees improve productivity, creativity, quality of life, and physical and mental health? We can help you choose the right trees for your home and care for them. After all - a healthy tree makes for a healthy life! #seatosky #landscapedes
Did you know trees improve productivity, creativity, quality of life, and physical and mental health? We can help you choose the right trees for your home and care for them. After all - a healthy tree makes for a healthy life! #seatosky #landscapedesign #sustainablelandscaping
All the snow this weekend has us dreaming of sunny Spring showers and warmer days 🌞 We are definitely excited for more beautiful installs and getting back to tending to our plant friends 🌿 #landscapedesign #squamishisawesome #womenowned
All the snow this weekend has us dreaming of sunny Spring showers and warmer days 🌞 We are definitely excited for more beautiful installs and getting back to tending to our plant friends 🌿 #landscapedesign #squamishisawesome #womenowned
Hi everyone! 👋 We are in the process of hiring for the 2023 landscaping season! We work hard but we are always having a good time! If you want to work with a team that has a great vibe, send your resume to info@hawthornlandscape.ca or apply on indee
Hi everyone! 👋 We are in the process of hiring for the 2023 landscaping season! We work hard but we are always having a good time! If you want to work with a team that has a great vibe, send your resume to info@hawthornlandscape.ca or apply on indeed!
We love doing fall clean ups! Preparing the yard and garden beds for Winter is so satisfying! Now we get to look ahead to spring, easily the most beautiful time of the year. Time to get cozy and daydream about all the beautiful flowers 💐😄
Leave the leaves! 🍁 Did you know leaving fallen leaves in your garden beds is a great way to provide your plants with a natural mulch? As leaves break down they can help suppress weed growth and fertilize your soil - for free! Leaf litter also provi
Leave the leaves! 🍁 Did you know leaving fallen leaves in your garden beds is a great way to provide your plants with a natural mulch? As leaves break down they can help suppress weed growth and fertilize your soil - for free! Leaf litter also provides food, shelter, and nesting material for wildlife, and many caterpillars overwinter in leaves before emerging as butterflies and moths in spring. Got extra leaf litter on your lawn or not sure where to rake and where to leave the leaves? Give us a shout and we’ll handle it for you!
Permeable pavements - what are they? How do they work? Permeable pavements are hard surfaces that allow water to run through them and into the ground rather than pooling on top of surfaces or running off into water bodies and sewers. This helps to pr
Permeable pavements - what are they? How do they work? Permeable pavements are hard surfaces that allow water to run through them and into the ground rather than pooling on top of surfaces or running off into water bodies and sewers. This helps to prevent flooding and water pollution. Curious to learn more or about how you can add this to your outdoor space? Give us a call!
Has your garden been struggling in all the wacky weather this past year? As our climate changes the types of plants we have are going to need to change too. Luckily we know which climate change resilient plants will thrive in Squamish and keep your g
Has your garden been struggling in all the wacky weather this past year? As our climate changes the types of plants we have are going to need to change too. Luckily we know which climate change resilient plants will thrive in Squamish and keep your gardens full of colour! Contact us and we’ll create a plan for what types of plants meet your needs, their installation, and aftercare.
A little before and after garden clean up in action! 🪴
A little before and after garden clean up in action! 🪴
Urban forests are all the trees in parks, homes, along streets, and all public and private lands within a community. Urban forests have a ton of social, economic, and environmental benefits such as: 🌱 Battling soil erosion and stabilizing slopes ✨
Urban forests are all the trees in parks, homes, along streets, and all public and private lands within a community. Urban forests have a ton of social, economic, and environmental benefits such as: 🌱 Battling soil erosion and stabilizing slopes ✨ Capturing and holding carbon 🌱 Decreasing noise pollution ✨ Holding and filtering rainwater 🌱 Improving biodiversity ✨ Increasing humidity and cooling the air 🌱 Making spaces more beautiful ✨ Providing shade 🌱 Regulating urban temperatures ✨ Removing pollutants from the air If you want to increase your community’s urban forests and add these benefits to your home contact us, we’re always ready to plant more trees!
Find your trees are looking a little thin and droopy? Maybe they’ve got a few pests? Those autumn colours seem to come a bit early? These can all be signs that your trees are suffering from summer drought. Even with all the recent rain signs of
Find your trees are looking a little thin and droopy? Maybe they’ve got a few pests? Those autumn colours seem to come a bit early? These can all be signs that your trees are suffering from summer drought. Even with all the recent rain signs of drought can take up to 3 years to show. Fear not - at Hawthorn we know how to keep your trees happy and healthy, no matter the conditions. Call us and we’ll help you set up the perfect care and maintenance routine!
Love seeing cool critters in your lawn? Plants and trees provide wildlife with food and shelter in addition to adding beauty to your space! But it’s important to plant the right things so pollinators and other wildlife can thrive. Unsure what p
Love seeing cool critters in your lawn? Plants and trees provide wildlife with food and shelter in addition to adding beauty to your space! But it’s important to plant the right things so pollinators and other wildlife can thrive. Unsure what plants to use? Hawthorn can help - we know all the best native and pollinator plants for you and your wild neighbours!
At Hawthorn we’re passionate about the environment and giving back to our community. Lately we’ve been coming up with ways to help our community adapt to the effects of climate change. This includes finding what plants will survive harshe
At Hawthorn we’re passionate about the environment and giving back to our community. Lately we’ve been coming up with ways to help our community adapt to the effects of climate change. This includes finding what plants will survive harsher weather conditions, how trees can battle the urban heat dome, how to move water through a landscape to keep plants hydrated while cutting down on watering costs, green infrastructure, and much more! Stay tuned to see what we’ve been up to! 🌻
Summer may be over, but the heat is not! If you’re still trying to keep cool, consider adding some trees to your home. Trees are a great way to create shade shelter and they also combat the urban heat dome effect, making your home cool and comf
Summer may be over, but the heat is not! If you’re still trying to keep cool, consider adding some trees to your home. Trees are a great way to create shade shelter and they also combat the urban heat dome effect, making your home cool and comfortable!
Protect your plants this winter! ❄️ To insulate your plants against the cold and help your soil retain water, reach out to us for fall mulching. We'll take your hard-hit summer gardens and set them up for success over the winter and into the spring.
Protect your plants this winter! ❄️ To insulate your plants against the cold and help your soil retain water, reach out to us for fall mulching. We'll take your hard-hit summer gardens and set them up for success over the winter and into the spring.
Anyone else get immense satisfaction from a perfectly coiled hose? 🤌
Anyone else get immense satisfaction from a perfectly coiled hose? 🤌
Full garden revamp means full dump trailer 💪. We compost all our garden waste and dispose of invasive species safely so that they aren’t reintroduced into the environment 🌱
Full garden revamp means full dump trailer 💪. We compost all our garden waste and dispose of invasive species safely so that they aren’t reintroduced into the environment 🌱
Just a quick snack break… 🪱
Can you believe it’s almost October? Time to tuck those gardens in! Mulching is a great way to help protect your plants over the winter, suppress weed growth and prevent soil erosion 🌱 Call us to book a fall garden clean up today!
Can you believe it’s almost October? Time to tuck those gardens in! Mulching is a great way to help protect your plants over the winter, suppress weed growth and prevent soil erosion 🌱 Call us to book a fall garden clean up today!
Future people matter — let us plant trees for you. Let us plant climate resilient tree species in your yard or commercial site. As the world heats up we need fire safe trees to cool our houses and reduce heat islands. #welovetrees
Future people matter — let us plant trees for you. Let us plant climate resilient tree species in your yard or commercial site. As the world heats up we need fire safe trees to cool our houses and reduce heat islands. #welovetrees
Did you know trees improve productivity, creativity, quality of life, and physical and mental health? We can help you choose the right trees for your home and care for them. After all - a healthy tree makes for a healthy life! #seatosky #landscapedes All the snow this weekend has us dreaming of sunny Spring showers and warmer days 🌞 We are definitely excited for more beautiful installs and getting back to tending to our plant friends 🌿 #landscapedesign #squamishisawesome #womenowned Hi everyone! 👋 We are in the process of hiring for the 2023 landscaping season! We work hard but we are always having a good time! If you want to work with a team that has a great vibe, send your resume to info@hawthornlandscape.ca or apply on indee
We love doing fall clean ups! Preparing the yard and garden beds for Winter is so satisfying! Now we get to look ahead to spring, easily the most beautiful time of the year. Time to get cozy and daydream about all the beautiful flowers 💐😄
Leave the leaves! 🍁 Did you know leaving fallen leaves in your garden beds is a great way to provide your plants with a natural mulch? As leaves break down they can help suppress weed growth and fertilize your soil - for free! Leaf litter also provi Permeable pavements - what are they? How do they work? Permeable pavements are hard surfaces that allow water to run through them and into the ground rather than pooling on top of surfaces or running off into water bodies and sewers. This helps to pr Has your garden been struggling in all the wacky weather this past year? As our climate changes the types of plants we have are going to need to change too. Luckily we know which climate change resilient plants will thrive in Squamish and keep your g A little before and after garden clean up in action! 🪴 Urban forests are all the trees in parks, homes, along streets, and all public and private lands within a community. Urban forests have a ton of social, economic, and environmental benefits such as: 🌱 Battling soil erosion and stabilizing slopes ✨ Find your trees are looking a little thin and droopy? Maybe they’ve got a few pests? Those autumn colours seem to come a bit early? These can all be signs that your trees are suffering from summer drought. Even with all the recent rain signs of Love seeing cool critters in your lawn? Plants and trees provide wildlife with food and shelter in addition to adding beauty to your space! But it’s important to plant the right things so pollinators and other wildlife can thrive. Unsure what p At Hawthorn we’re passionate about the environment and giving back to our community. Lately we’ve been coming up with ways to help our community adapt to the effects of climate change. This includes finding what plants will survive harshe Summer may be over, but the heat is not! If you’re still trying to keep cool, consider adding some trees to your home. Trees are a great way to create shade shelter and they also combat the urban heat dome effect, making your home cool and comf Protect your plants this winter! ❄️ To insulate your plants against the cold and help your soil retain water, reach out to us for fall mulching. We'll take your hard-hit summer gardens and set them up for success over the winter and into the spring. Anyone else get immense satisfaction from a perfectly coiled hose? 🤌 Full garden revamp means full dump trailer 💪. We compost all our garden waste and dispose of invasive species safely so that they aren’t reintroduced into the environment 🌱
Just a quick snack break… 🪱
Can you believe it’s almost October? Time to tuck those gardens in! Mulching is a great way to help protect your plants over the winter, suppress weed growth and prevent soil erosion 🌱 Call us to book a fall garden clean up today! Future people matter — let us plant trees for you. Let us plant climate resilient tree species in your yard or commercial site. As the world heats up we need fire safe trees to cool our houses and reduce heat islands. #welovetrees