Lush Eco Lawns & Gardens

03/01/2025

We just celebrated 15 years in business. Well, I, did. And my wife. I told my kids and they were like…”cool, remember when we used to have to live off those big packs of granola bars."

When I think about what I knew when I started (nothing) and what I know now (some things) I feel grateful that Lush is still open. Most small businesses are dead after 10 years. To not be dead is a remarkable feeling, one that I don’t take for granted.

So, what is it we do? Lawns? Yup! Well, kinda. I mean, that’s how we got our start. Made our name, so to speak. You want a nice lawn with no chemicals? Call Lush. And tons of people did. And still do. But lawns aren’t exactly as sexy as they used to be. Climate. Water restrictions. I get it. But we still do it so let us know if you need help!

It didn’t take long for people to start asking me to deal with their plants. Shrubs. Trees. Hedges. And due to my lack of experience, time and general knowledge about anything other than grass, I hired people that were smarter than me. They weren’t hard too find. Justin (13 years). Zach (10 years). Taylor (7 years). Patti (5 years). And so on. My son Ethan, 15 years!. Wait, your son has worked for you for 15 years? Yes sir. Child labour is actually how Lush got it’s star….sorry my lawyers have asked me to stop speaking. But yeah, Lush is more known for its gardening services now than its lawn services. I’m very proud of that. And of my outstanding team.

I lasted one winter without revenue before my wife said, “you know how much I Iove you… (nothing wonderful has ever followed this sentence) but would you mind turning off Rudy and maybe…” So I decided Lush needed a winter business. Snow removal was the low- hanging fruit but I decided to go bigger and offer a premium holiday lighting service instead. I was terrified of heights and didn’t own a stapler. Or ladder. Or knowledge of how lighting worked. But I’ve tried to never let ignorance get in the way of cash flow so I launched our holiday lighting program the next winter. We now light up hundreds of houses a year. And have included landscape lighting as part of our service offerings. So if you’re still living in the dark ages… give us a call.

Do you deal with roof moss? Wash windows? Houses? Power wash? Gutters? We must have been asked that 974 times before we finally said… we sure do! And for the last 3 years we have made houses look as lush as the lawns and gardens that surround them. What’s a lush house look like? Reach out and we’ll show you!

15 years flies by but I’m still running with wheelbarrows, answering my phone and secure in the knowledge that what makes a successful business is one where everybody wins. Clients, Employees and Lush. Value abounds at Lush and we have much to share. So shoot us an email! We’d love to cultivate your peace of mind.

Much love from the Bossman,

John

11/28/2024

Hey everyone! It's that time of year again when we actually post something on Facebook! 😄 And it's a beauty.

For the past decade, we've been ending our holiday lighting season by bringing light and joy to individuals, families and homes that need it most! Here's how it works!

1. You nominate a household that needs the extra light this season and we show up with smiles and lights and deck their house with joy for the holiday season!! This is not about economics but rather about giving an emotional lift to people who have had an especially rough year and you KNOW could use the extra light.

Please send your nominations to [email protected] by this Monday, December 2nd and we'll show up and do the rest!

Let's share this post widely so we can find the household that needs it most.

Thank you so much!

Your Merry Men

12/02/2023

Hey everyone from Qualicum to Oak Bay and every town in between. It's that time of year for our annual Lush Holiday Light Giveway!!!

Every year in December you nominate a household who you feel could use some extra light this year and we come bearing lights of all colours! This is about bringing a feeling of cheer to a house that desperately needs it. Perhaps they lost their life partner and this will be their first Christmas alone. Or perhaps they or a loved one has recently been diagnosed with an illness. Maybe they lost their job. Or the energy to hope. Whatever the reason, tis the season. And we believe in the power of light!

Please send your story submissions to [email protected] and me and my merry men will be out the week of December 11th to bring forth some holiday cheer.

Let's share this post widely so we can find the households who need this more than ever.

Thanks everyone! ❤️

07/10/2023

We famous. Well, the Taylors are. 😄😎

06/10/2023

Huge thanks to my youngest daughter and her friends for planning a camping trip this weekend. We needed this rain. 😜

05/06/2023

6 weeks ago, we launched a new Lush division focused on exterior cleaning. We knew there were many established companies offering similar services but we were hopeful that we could compete with our great service, loyal clients and commitment to perfection.

With the talented Zach Ollett as our fearless leader and Ethan Close as his smart and very tall assistant, they strode out, determined to chase away moss and grime, one house at a time.

Since then, the boys have cleaned 42 houses. Windows. Driveways. And decks. We've also added new products and services the most recent being wood deck restoration. No, we're not builders but it's shocking what the right cleaning agents can do. And we could save you thousands of dollars.

If you'd like to have your home, pool deck, windows, walkways or driveway looking its best for summer, while we're fully booked in May, we can get there in June! :)

We feel overwhelmed with gratitude for being embraced, trusted and accepted onto your properties. Thank you for your trust, referrals and for these wonderful words...

What an incredible job the guys did!! We are really, really impressed & thrilled with the result! Wow! Thank you, Zach & Ethan (& you too, John ;)) - Mia and Peter, Cedar

"Zach did an amazing job! The concrete came up so clean. He’s a keeper for sure!! - Cathy, Chemainus

"The windows are sparkling and the concrete is lovely and clean again." - Patricia, Nanaimo

05/04/2023

Justin is on his astounding 11th year at Lush and is the tall happy man you want trimming your hedges, trees and anything else that requires a ladder. When he's not standing above you, he's running alongside you with a wheelbarrow. He's a one in a billion employee and we count our lucky stars every year when The King returns.

05/01/2023

Zach and Ethan are just the pros you need to have your house, patio and driveway shine this spring. This new service offering has already proved to be extremely popular and it's quite literally easy to see why.

https://lushecolawns.com/exterior-cleaning/

04/27/2023

This is just all in a day's work for Patti and Taylor. You'll be hard pressed to find gardeners who will work this hard for you. What's their secret? They love what they do. 💪

04/26/2023

April showers bring May... weeds! And Flowers! And these 3 wonderful people. :) If you want help in your garden this spring, Patti, Zak and Taylor are just the happy, hard working professionals you need!

04/25/2023

Now that we're finally out mowing on a regular basis again, we wanted to introduce you to Cody and Isaiah! These dashing young fellers will be responsive for your straight lines and sharp edges! They both have 5 years Lush mowing experience and will treat your lawn oh so right. We still have room for new mowing clients in Crofton and Chemainus! Tell your friends ;)

04/06/2023

A huge thanks to Mark's Instant Sign Shop Ltd for his usual great and timely work on our new truck and trailer.

04/03/2023

After a long wet winter, it's not uncommon for west coast patios and driveways to have growing concerns. We can wash your worries away. 😀

https://lushecolawns.com/exterior-cleaning/

04/01/2023

You heard correctly! We now offer full exterior cleaning services. From Patio to Peak, we wash it all! :) April is already full but we're taking bookings for May and beyond.

Lush's exterior home cleaning service includes moss and algae removal, window washing, power washing, adding to your Lush TOTAL experience!

03/24/2023

Hi John:

House looks shiny and new again. Driveway and those moss covered blocks shine now. Zach did a great job. I am impressed!

Another feather in the cap for Lush!

Penny

❤️

03/18/2023

Like Pepper, we’re excited to get back on the tools! 😃 See you soon and happy Spring everyone!! ☀️

03/17/2023

Every spring, nice people everywhere venture out into their yard, glance down at what's left of their lawn and after cursing they dramatically murmur..."maybe we should just finally pull the rip cord."

Usually what they mean is, they're tired of fighting with something that can't be watered anyway and well what's the point. We hear you. But, you do have options. Here's 3!

1. Pull the rip cord. Just make sure you have a parachute and video camera.

2. Replace the lawn with something you actually like and/or will grow.

3. Hire a professional who knows how to take care of a lawn.

We can help you with all 3. Well, 2.5. (we'll hold the video camera)

If you like having a lawn but you're trying to decide whether or not you should replace it or renovate it, I've written a mildly entertaining article below.

Happy Spring everyone! :)

https://lushecolawns.com/lawn-care/to-renovate-or-replace-that-is-the-question/

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03/15/2023

NEW!! Lush House Washing Division.

They say there are only two certainties in life - death and taxes. For those of us who live on the West Coast, we know there's a few more. Moss!! Algae. WEEEEDS.

For the past 14 years, we've been removing moss (and weeds) from clients' lawns. I imagine we always will. Meanwhile, those same green monsters have grinned down at us from above while "bleeding," down the side of your house. Ok fine, moss doesn't bleed, as much satisfaction as that might give us. But the truth is, that green gunk on your gutters and siding is algae, microscopic organisms that thrive in our rain-soaked and humid environment. While algae have numerous benefits for our planet, hanging out on our house is not one of them.

Over the years, we've been asked to take action! "Just do your Lush Eco magic, like you've done with our lawn and garden." It's a fair and generous request but we've always declined for two reasons.

1. We're too busy on the ground.
2. We're opposed to toxic chemicals.

In the past decade, a revolution has begun on the roof. Siding. And Gutters. Where force (power washing) and toxicity (Tide, Moss-out etc.) once reigned, soft washing has taken their place. Rather than fighting toxicity with more toxicity, we are now able to offer a low-pressure water, bleach and a fruity-smelling soap solution that can deal with all the green monsters on your house without compromising the people, pets and plants you've come to love.

This winter we allocated a large chunk of capital and as of March 1, we officially have a Lush House Washing Division. Three Cheers for Lush!!

Our system can effectively, softly and safely clean your...

Roof (goodbye moss)
Solar Panels
Gutters (inside and out)
Siding (all kinds)
Windows (zero chemicals and squeegees required)
Driveways
Walkways
Decks
Patios
Insert your favourite dirty structure (within reason)

News has quickly gotten out. And dozens of homes have already signed up for our Lush Spring House Clean.

You asked for it!

And we've finally said Yes!!

You're welcome! :)

There is still availability for this spring. Email us at [email protected] and book a spring cleaning for your home (and garden) today!! :)

Root to Roof! We got you covered.