Transforming spaces, nourishing lives
Welcome to Hatchet & Seed, a family-owned and operated business that specializes in designing and building food-producing landscapes in Victoria, BC. Since 2011, we have had the privilege of working with hundreds of clients, from homeowners to universities, city parks, and community gardens. Our mission is to transform under-utilized spaces into abundant food-producing landscapes, providing our clients with year-round access to fresh, nutrient-dense fruit and vegetables.
At Hatchet & Seed, we believe in creating organic landscapes that not only produce food but also look amazing. Our team provides complete and professional landscape design and build services, specializing in edible landscapes (or foodscapes) that combine the aesthetics of formal landscaping features with the functionality of a 'kitchen garden' and 'home orchard.' We create beautiful, productive landscapes that nourish the belly and the soul by integrating seating spaces, patios, trellises, arbors, fruit trees, ponds, vegetable boxes, water collection, and even chickens.
As a company, we are committed to creating a regenerative work environment for our staff by providing living wages, meaningful work, health & dental benefits for full-time staff, and access to unique organic fruit & vegetables. We are a team of dedicated professionals who specialize in creating organic landscapes that produce food year-round and look amazing!
Our Services
At Hatchet & Seed, we offer a range of services that cater to our clients' unique needs. Our services include:
- Landscape Design & Build: Our team of professionals provides complete and professional landscape design and build services for people and organizations who are serious about growing quality organic produce in the Capital Region, BC. We work in front & back yards, public parks, community spaces, university & school gardens, and on farms.
- Foodscaping & Edible Landscapes: We specialize in creating edible landscapes (or foodscapes) that combine the aesthetics of formal landscaping features with the functionality of a 'kitchen garden' and 'home orchard.' We integrate seating spaces, patios, trellises, arbors, fruit trees, ponds, vegetable boxes, water collection, and even chickens into beautiful, productive landscapes that nourish the belly and the soul.
- Urban Agriculture: We help land managers shift to perennial, low-carbon agriculture with an emphasis on multi-functional tree crops, soil health, and holistic water management.
Our Team
We are a team of dedicated professionals who specialize in creating organic landscapes that produce food year-round and look amazing! Our crew brings a wide variety of unique training to your project, including Red Seal Horticulture Training, Organic Master Gardener's Certificate, Ecological Landscape Design Certificate, Year-Round Harvest with Linda Gilkenson, Soil Food Web - Compost & Compost Tea Analysis, Permaculture Design Certificate, and B.A. Anthropology & Environmental Studies.
Our Commitment
At Hatchet & Seed, we are committed to creating a regenerative work environment for our staff by providing living wages, meaningful work, health & dental benefits for full-time staff, and access to unique produce. We are grateful for the opportunity to work on the traditional homelands of the Lekwugen, Songhees, Esquimalt and WSANEC peoples and acknowledge their stewardship of these lands.
Customer Testimonials
Hatchet and Seed has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from satisfied customers. Their expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to providing excellent service have earned them a reputation for excellence.
Transformative Garden Makeovers
Many customers have praised Hatchet and Seed for their ability to transform their yards and gardens into thriving oases. From raised vegetable beds to permaculture designs, the company has helped customers create spaces that are not only beautiful but also functional and sustainable.
Personalized Service
Customers have appreciated the personalized service they received from Tayler and the team. From initial consultations to the final installation, customers have reported feeling valued and understood as they worked together to bring their garden visions to life.
Expertise and Knowledge
Tayler's expertise and knowledge in areas such as urban rainwater harvesting, landscape management, and edible plants have been particularly praised. Customers have reported being impressed by the team's ability to provide detailed guidance and advice throughout the design and installation process.
Quality of Work and Materials
The quality of work and materials used by Hatchet and Seed has been consistently praised by customers. From the craftsmanship of the ferro-cement planters to the high-quality drip irrigation systems, customers have reported being impressed by the attention to detail and commitment to using only the best materials.
