A True One-Stop SOLUTION for Regenerative Florida Landscapes
From expert guidance to plants, materials, equipment, and installation — everything required to do it right, in one place.
Consultation, Design, Estimation & Project Planning
One Stop Shop:
Check out our Organic Nursery & Plant Supply
Sales & Delivery: Soil + Landscape Materials: Compost, Mulch & More
Do it Right the 1st Time:
Equipment & Professional Crews
Real projects.
Real properties.
Real results documented.
2000
Landscape Company
Established
2011
Organic Nursery Since
Transitition to Edibles & Ecological Design
280,000+ on YouTube
300,000+ on TikTok
41,000+ on Instagram
51,000 on Facebook
GreenDreams was founded on real landscape construction experience — not theory.
Established as a traditional landscape company in 2000 and evolved into edible and ecological systems in 2011, our work spans backyard gardens, native habitats, food forests, orchards, and full-scale properties across Florida and beyond.
We don’t just design landscapes — we build them, supply them, maintain them, and openly teach the methods behind their success.
Why Most
Edible Landscapes
FAIL in Florida
We routinely step in after projects fail — not because the intent was wrong, but because critical fundamentals were missed.
The most common issues we see:
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Grass rhizomes overpower cardboard and mulch
Florida turf is aggressive. Without proper removal, it will return quickly.
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Sod must be mechanically removed
No amount of layering replaces correct site preparation.
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Soil must be rebuilt in most cases
Florida’s sandy soils do not retain water or nutrients without intentional regeneration.
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Tree spacing mistakes are permanent
Poor planning leads to overcrowding, disease pressure, and costly removals years later.
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Poor prep equals expensive failures
Shortcuts always resurface — often after significant investment.
Additional mistakes we commonly correct:
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Improper plant selection for Florida’s climate
We regularly see northern fruit species planted where they cannot thrive, or sensitive tropicals placed in Zone 9B locations that experience frost every winter — leading to repeated dieback, stunting, or loss.
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Lack of ecosystem thinking
Bare soil invites weeds. Successful systems rely on layered plantings that occupy space, build biomass, and suppress unwanted regrowth naturally.
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Insufficient plant knowledge
Many designers rely on limited palettes. GreenDreams maintains a living nursery collection of over 200 plant types and hundreds of cultivars, allowing us to match species correctly to site, climate, and function.
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Ignoring long-term soil regeneration
Our installations focus on rebuilding soil structure using heavy mulching, organic matter, biochar, and non-toxic amendments that improve water retention and biological activity.
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Overreliance on water and inputs
We design irrigation systems and planting layouts that reduce long-term dependence on water and external resources, rather than increasing it.
While we openly share education through our YouTube channel and social platforms, personalized guidance is where mistakes are prevented before they happen. Our on-site consultations allow us to tailor proven systems to your specific property, conditions, and goals — something no generic plan or online advice can replace
Done correctly, edible and ecological landscapes don’t just survive in Florida — they regenerate the land, reduce maintenance, and improve over time.
Where Many Landscape Designers Fall Short —
& Why Experience Matters
Typical Edible Landscape Company
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Limited plant knowledge and narrow palettes
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May select species unsuited to Florida heat or frost-prone zones
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Relies on cardboard and mulch to suppress turf
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Minimal soil preparation
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Basic or generic irrigation systems
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Small crews with hand tools only
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Design often disconnected from long-term performance
GreenDreams
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200+ plant types and hundreds of cultivars in our own nursery
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Climate-appropriate selection based on real Florida performance
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Mechanical sod removal and proper site preparation
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Regenerative soil building with mulch, biochar, and organic amendments
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Irrigation systems designed for soil and plant needs
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Professional equipment and trained crews
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Systems planned to mature, stabilize, and improve over time
Your Consultation Is With Pete Kanaris — Not a Junior Designer
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Owner / Founder / Chief of Ops
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25+ years hands-on execution
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Known educator and practitioner
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Consultation = technical working session
During the Consultation We Cover:
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Soil & site assessment
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Bed planning
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Tree placement
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Native & beneficial species
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Pruning
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Companion planting
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Pest & disease ID
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Irrigation & water strategy
Consultation Rates by Region
$250 — Local Tampa Bay Area
Pasco, Pinellas, Hillsborough, Hernando Counties
$500 — Surrounding Counties
Expanded regional service area outside our immediate base
$1,000 — Half-Day Consultation
Includes extended travel time for farther locations
$1,500–$2,000 — Full-Day Consultation
North Florida, East Coast, and South Florida (south of Sarasota County)
Includes long-distance travel and potential accommodations
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Time OnsitE
Each consultation includes 1 hour onsite as the foundation.
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Additional onsite time is billed at $100 per hour
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If we run slightly over, we absorb that as a professional courtesy
Why This Matters
This pricing model ensures:
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Your consultation is focused, prepared, and unrushed
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Pete can give your project the same level of attention regardless of location
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Costs are clear before scheduling — not after
Most importantly, it allows us to offer direct access to senior-level expertise, not delegated staff or junior designers.
GreenDreams is headquartered in Spring Hill, Florida (Pasco County).
Our consultation pricing is structured as a flat rate based on distance from our home base, not an hourly meter that keeps running.
This reflects the reality that your consultation is conducted by Pete Kanaris — owner, founder, and chief of operations — and pricing accounts for his time away from daily operations, travel requirements, and logistical costs.
Each rate covers:
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Pete’s travel time
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Fuel and vehicle costs
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Time spent onsite
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When applicable, travel days and accommodations for outer regions
This allows us to be transparent and predictable with pricing — no surprises, no ticking clock.
DESIGN OPTIONS
(MASTER PLAN + FLEXIBILITY)
Digitized Master Plan
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$1,500–$3,000
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To-scale
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Built from surveys
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One cohesive working design
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Non-refundable (commissioned work)
Smaller / Hybrid Projects
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Day labor support
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Bulk plant & material delivery
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Phased installs
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DIY-friendly guidance after consultation
INSTALLATION
SERVICES
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Food forests & orchards
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Kitchen gardens
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Native landscapes
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Traditional ornamentals
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Patios, pavers, lighting
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Irrigation install & repair
BULK MATERIALS & DIY SUPPORT
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Bulk plant delivery
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Mulch, compost, biochar, fertilizer
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Day labor for planting, pruning, cleanup
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Invasive removal & prep work
Ready to Do This the Right Way?
Every project begins with a consultation led by Pete Kanaris.
While You’re Planning, Here Are a Few Helpful Resources
Many clients find it helpful to start gathering ideas before their consultation. These resources will give you a deeper look at what’s possible and help you come prepared with questions and inspiration.
🎥 Watch Real Projects Come to Life
Explore our client portfolio and project walkthroughs on YouTube, where Pete shares behind-the-scenes looks at food forests, edible landscapes, native plantings, and full-scale installations across Florida and beyond. CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR PLAYLIST PORTFOLIO.
🌱 Browse Our Nursery Collection
We maintain an extensive retail nursery with hundreds of edible, native, and beneficial plants. You can view our current inventory and pricing list here to start thinking about what you’d like to grow.
📋 Learn More About Our Consultation Process
If you’d like a deeper overview of what to expect during the consultation and how projects move from planning to installation, you can review our detailed process here.