Our Story: Breathing Life into Homes Across Philly
Ten years ago, we founded Enliven Planters with a simple yet ambitious goal: to bring vibrant, magazine-worthy outdoor spaces to homes and businesses across the Philly region in an affordable and accessible way. Our founders, with backgrounds in landscape design and construction, were inspired to make high-end design available to everyone, not just the few who could afford it.
As landscape design and construction professionals, we noticed that stunning entryways, lush landscapes, and inviting outdoor spaces seemed reserved for those who could afford a small army to design, build, and maintain them. We believed there had to be a better way to bring that level of beauty to everyone—regardless of budget or property size.
With Enliven, we set out to make beautiful outdoor spaces an achievable reality for all.
The Challenge: Limited Options for Year-Round Beauty
Before Enliven, options for filling and maintaining planters throughout the year were limited:
- Hiring a Personal Gardener: Costly, hard to schedule, and often tied to larger landscaping contracts. Plus, personal gardeners are few and far between, making it challenging to find reliable help when you need it, leaving many with lifeless outdoor spaces.
- DIY at a Garden Center: A time-consuming process filled with guesswork, resulting in potential plant disasters and messy cars. The trial-and-error nature of this approach often leads to frustration, especially for those without a green thumb, and the results are rarely as stunning as envisioned.
- Pre-Mixed Baskets from Big Box Stores: Quick and cheap, but short-lived, with designs that don’t last beyond a couple of weeks. These baskets may look great at first, but their rapid decline often leaves you with dead plants long before the season is over, resulting in a temporary fix rather than a lasting solution.
These options left many with dead plants or empty pots for most of the year, which is where we saw an opportunity to make a real difference!
The Solution: Seasonal Updates with Enliven Planters
We set out to change the game by bringing the expertise of personal estate gardeners to everyone. Our seasonal planter subscription service offers one-of-a-kind designs, consistent quality, and simple care instructions—without cumbersome contracts or additional services. Whether you have a small city apartment or a large suburban estate, we have a planter solution that suits your needs and enhances your outdoor space year-round.
Our Clients
- City Row Homes: Two window boxes, replanted four times a year. This simple addition brings vibrant color and charm to urban facades, making them stand out in the cityscape and adding a touch of nature to even the smallest spaces.
- Suburban Homes: Two pots on the front steps, replanted four times a year. These seasonal updates enhance curb appeal and welcome you home with fresh, lively displays that change with the seasons.
- Boutique Shops and Restaurants: Planters out front, replanted four times a year. The changing arrangements help attract customers and keep the storefront looking fresh and inviting year-round, creating a welcoming atmosphere that draws in foot traffic.
- Main Street Business Associations: Dozens of pots, replanted four times a year. These coordinated efforts create a cohesive and attractive streetscape that benefits the entire community, turning public spaces into vibrant, green areas.
- Suburban Pools and Patios: Annual plantings around outdoor spaces. These vibrant plantings create an inviting atmosphere for relaxation and entertaining throughout the summer, making your outdoor gatherings feel special and thoughtfully designed.
- Beer Gardens and Breweries: Decks and patios transformed annually, ready for summer. Our creative designs help set the stage for a lively, welcoming environment that draws patrons in, ensuring that your outdoor space is as appealing as the drinks you serve.
Why Seasonal Planters and Window Boxes Suit Any Home, Style, and Budget
- Big Impact in Small Spaces: Perfect for homes without large yards or landscaping. Even a single planter can dramatically enhance the appearance of a small space, making it feel more welcoming and vibrant, whether it’s a cozy apartment balcony or a small city stoop.
- City Facades Come to Life: Breathe life into urban exteriors with vibrant color. Planters and window boxes are an easy way to add greenery and charm to even the most compact city homes, transforming drab, concrete spaces into lush, inviting areas.
- A Seasonal Cherry on Top: Add seasonal flair to suburban homes with established landscaping. These planters provide the finishing touch that brings out the best in your outdoor spaces, complementing your existing landscaping with fresh, seasonal updates.
- Cost-Effective Curb Appeal: For a fraction of the cost of full-scale landscaping, you can achieve a look that rivals professionally designed gardens, making it a smart investment for anyone looking to boost their home’s curb appeal.
The Advantages to a Seasonal Subscription
- Personalized Service: We start with a free phone consultation to understand your needs, assess your containers, and address any concerns. Our goal is to tailor our service to your specific preferences, ensuring you get the most out of your planters and that they truly reflect your personal style and needs.
- Transparent Pricing: Know your costs upfront, with no surprises. We believe in fairness and consistency, so you can trust that you’re getting the best value without any hidden fees or unexpected charges, making budgeting for your outdoor space easy and predictable.
- Flexible Options: Skip seasons as needed, whether you’re away for the summer or winter. This flexibility ensures that your planters always reflect your lifestyle and needs, without unnecessary costs, making it easy to maintain a beautiful outdoor space year-round, no matter your schedule.
- Easy Care: We prioritize beauty and low maintenance, providing care instructions with every delivery. Our careful plant selection takes into account your environment, so you can enjoy your planters with minimal effort, ensuring that your outdoor space remains vibrant and healthy with only a small amount of care.
- Ongoing Support: Our team is always available to answer your questions and ensure your satisfaction. Whether you need advice or have concerns, we’re here to help you keep your plants thriving year-round, offering guidance and support whenever you need it.
With a decade of experience, we’re the premier container gardening company in the country. Our deep knowledge and passion for container gardening ensure that you’re getting the most innovative and beautiful designs available, making us the go-to experts for anyone looking to enhance their outdoor space with stunning, professionally designed planters. Experience the Enliven difference—let us bring life to your outdoor spaces year-round!