With a foundation built on twenty-five years of experience, we provide residential landscape design and construction services across the Portland area. Our portfolio includes more than one thousand completed gardens and is reinforced by numerous five-star client reviews. We remain directly involved at every stage, from initial consultation through final completion, to ensure clarity, quality, and satisfaction.We design and build complete outdoor environments, including gardens, patios, walkways, walls, pergolas, irrigation systems, landscape lighting, and water features. Our expertise in Japanese-inspired design and water feature construction informs all of our installations. Our teams long-standing collaboration and specialized training allow us to execute refined details with consistency. The result is a landscape that balances beauty, durability, and long-term functionality.
Served areas
- Portland, OREmpty heading, Lake Oswego, OREmpty heading, Dunthorpe, OR, Clackamas, OR, Beaverton, OR, Gresham, OR, Hillsboro, OR, Damascus, OR, Gladstone, OR, King City, OR, Milwaukie, OR, Oregon City, OR, Sherwood, OR, Tigard, OR, Tualatin, OR, West Linn, OR, Wilsonville, OR, Happy Valley, OR, Vancouver, WA, Ridgefield, WAEmpty heading, Camas, WA
Business details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- Custom landscape design and full-service garden installation experts
- Japanese-inspired gardens, modern landscapes, and serene water features
- Over 25 years landscaping experience throughout Portland metro area
- Koi ponds, stone patios, lighting, and irrigation systems
- Designer-led process from first concept through final walkthrough
- Highly experienced team with decades of collaborative craftsmanship
Payment methods
- Cash
- Debit cards
- Credit cards
Services
Our landscape design service starts with a detailed consultation focused on your property and vision. We believe great gardens are intentional and guided by a strong plan. The process is straightforward and engaging. After meeting, you will understand our approach, and we will confirm whether your project aligns with our expertise. 
Our approach to water features combines technical expertise with an eye for natural design. We create custom ponds, streams, and decorative elements using reliable equipment and established building practices. With experience dating back decades, we deliver water features that operate efficiently, remain structurally sound, and enhance outdoor spaces. 
Our company offers professional low voltage lighting services that improve how landscapes look and function at night. We use efficient LED technology and high-quality fixtures to ensure durability and longevity. Each installation is carefully planned to complement the existing environment. Ongoing service options are available to keep systems operating smoothly. 
Our integrated landscape design and build services provide clients with a seamless experience. A dedicated, licensed team oversees design and construction to maintain alignment throughout the project. This approach allows us to create outdoor environments that are both aesthetically refined and built to perform over time. 
We design and service irrigation systems that reduce effort while improving landscape performance. By combining efficient nozzles, targeted drip irrigation, and intelligent controllers, we create dependable solutions. Our experienced team installs systems with minimal disruption, restores the garden thoroughly, and remains available for continued support and upgrades. 
Our company specializes in paver patio design and installation using proven materials and techniques. Interlocking concrete pavers support a wide range of outdoor applications while maintaining durability and visual appeal. Through experienced design guidance and skilled craftsmanship, we create outdoor spaces that perform well over time. 
Stone construction creates outdoor features with exceptional durability and presence. Our masonry work combines technical skill with thoughtful design. Stone structures mature gracefully over time, gaining character rather than deteriorating. Though the initial investment is higher, the lasting performance and visual appeal are unmatched. 
People
Ben Bowen
Ben, our landscape designer, is usually your first contact with Ross NW Watergardens. He will meet you for an initial consultation, work up any proposal needed, and remains your primary contact through the whole design and installation process.
Ben is a third generation landscaper and has been working in the family business since 2003.
Ben is a third generation landscaper and has been working in the family business since 2003.
Reviews (14) Bert Boyer
Jan 20, 2026
Ben met with us and provided a very competitive pricing estimate for our project. In fact, it was 4 times less than one other Portland landscape design firm! We could not be more pleased with the quality of the lighting (lifetime warranty) and the outstanding service.
Elliot did a phenomenal job installing path and garden lighting at our house. He was very meticulous with installation details and communicated well with us to design path lighting exactly as requested.
Please give them a chance to bid on your next project. You will not be disappointed!
Elliot did a phenomenal job installing path and garden lighting at our house. He was very meticulous with installation details and communicated well with us to design path lighting exactly as requested.
Please give them a chance to bid on your next project. You will not be disappointed!
Naisa Gordon
Sep 18, 2025
We hired Ross NW Watergardens to do a complete overhaul of our front yard. It was a dry and barren eyesore. Ben came in, took some pictures, and got back to us with a proposal super quickly. Once work started , it was super quick, just 3 days (granted its a small yard). There were around 50-ish plants, a large amount of river rocks to make a dry pond, fresh bark dust, and they installed a drip irrigation system. The crew was super polite and friendly. Ben was very communicative and understanding of us having to work around the holiday weekend for our money to get moved around. It was a great experience and we are so happy with our yard.
Anna A.
Jul 19, 2025
Ben did an amazing job helping us with our garden project. He really took the time to understand what we wanted, gave great advice, and handled everything with so much care and attention to detail. Even after planting, he followed up and helped us adjust things when needed. The garden looks beautiful now, and were so grateful for his help. Highly recommend working with him and his team!
Arthur Knaupe
May 11, 2025
Ben and his team couldnt have provided better service. In 2023, they managed the full overhaul of our backyardremoving overgrown bamboo, an old privacy fence, and a previous concrete patio. They then installed a beautiful new paver patio, landscape lighting, plantings, and fencing, handling every step seamlessly.
Even two years later, theyre still incredibly responsive and helpful with questions about maintenance. We couldnt have asked for a better design or a more professional, reliable team. Highly recommend!
Even two years later, theyre still incredibly responsive and helpful with questions about maintenance. We couldnt have asked for a better design or a more professional, reliable team. Highly recommend!
Colin Cochran
Jan 01, 2025
David Moore
Aug 26, 2024
Mihal F.
Mar 28, 2024
Jamie Skreen
Oct 30, 2023
We were beyond impressed with Ben and his team, Jose and Consuelo. The water feature they created for our home was beyond amazing. We love seeing and hearing it every day. Bens design was phenomenal, and Jose and Consuelo paid excellent attention to detail and made the feature such high quality. Highly recommend them for whatever project you are doing! They are so talented.
Theresa Jelderks
Jul 05, 2023
Rory Blanche
Jul 25, 2021
We cant say enough good things about Ross NW Watergardens! Ben and his team were exactly what we were looking for with our landscaping project. He listened to what we were looking for, provided insights and design ideas that fit within our budget and answered all of our many questions. He also provided thoughtful updates throughout the entire process, which was much appreciated. He has an extremely skilled team thats friendly, works quickly and does quality work. Overall, we are extremely pleased with the end result and look forward to enjoying the beautiful backyard that Ross NW Watergardens created for us!
Fran H.
Jan 04, 2021
I watched the steps Ben's crew took to make my new patio an excellent investment. From the excavation and weed barrier, to hauling in a massive amount to gravel and sand to layer, to the final laying of the pavers, the crew (a hard-working couple) created 2 wonderful patios and sloping walkway joining them. It was quite impressive to watch. There were no wasted steps, the crew coordinated and obviously tuned to each other and the needs of the project at hand.
Ben's bid was reasonable, and the workmanship impeccable. I would give this company 10 stars if possible!
By the way, I don' know why the pictures are sideways.
Ben's bid was reasonable, and the workmanship impeccable. I would give this company 10 stars if possible!
By the way, I don' know why the pictures are sideways.
Diane Lieppman
Dec 02, 2020
After completing a whole house renovation, we were ready to embark upon a landscape makeover to match our contemporary/Asian themed home. Our mission was to find someone who could design and install landscaping to tie our house and yard together.
After interviewing two other landscape designers, we found our perfect match with Ben Bowen and Ross NW Watergardens. Ben met (and exceeded) our list of desires for our yard, starting with his keen ability to envision what we could not imagine. He quickly saw through the existing, worn-out mish-mash of trees, plants and grass that had been cobbled together over seventy years of planting. After accepting his thorough proposal, which confirmed all that we had discussed, his crew went to work.
Ben did an excellent job of communicating with us from beginning to end. The project came in within budget and was completed in the 3-week timeframe he had promised.
His knowledge of plants, trees, boulders, landscape lighting, irrigation and other landscape details gave us confidence during the undertaking. The quality of all materials used was top notch, including healthy, happy plants, grasses and trees.
Ben was always available when we had questions, and we knew that he had our back should anything go awry. The entire crew at Ross NW Watergardens was knowledgeable, efficient, hard working, and respectful of our space while there.
We would not hesitate to recommend Ben and Ross NW Watergardens to anyone looking for landscape design and/or installation.
After interviewing two other landscape designers, we found our perfect match with Ben Bowen and Ross NW Watergardens. Ben met (and exceeded) our list of desires for our yard, starting with his keen ability to envision what we could not imagine. He quickly saw through the existing, worn-out mish-mash of trees, plants and grass that had been cobbled together over seventy years of planting. After accepting his thorough proposal, which confirmed all that we had discussed, his crew went to work.
Ben did an excellent job of communicating with us from beginning to end. The project came in within budget and was completed in the 3-week timeframe he had promised.
His knowledge of plants, trees, boulders, landscape lighting, irrigation and other landscape details gave us confidence during the undertaking. The quality of all materials used was top notch, including healthy, happy plants, grasses and trees.
Ben was always available when we had questions, and we knew that he had our back should anything go awry. The entire crew at Ross NW Watergardens was knowledgeable, efficient, hard working, and respectful of our space while there.
We would not hesitate to recommend Ben and Ross NW Watergardens to anyone looking for landscape design and/or installation.
Mc
Aug 05, 2018
Ross NW Watergardens did an amazing transformation of my homes landscaping. Ben was very knowledgeable and listened thoughtfully to my ideas for the landscaping. He made great suggestions and was able to answer all my questions. The crews that Ben assigned to my project were professional, courteous and very hardworking. When an unexpected issue came up, Ben was on it right away and was totally committed to resolving the issue in the best possible way for me. I highly recommend Ross NW Watergardens for their knowledge, skill and integrity.
C. B.
Aug 18, 2017
Ben and the entire crew were all amazing to work with from the initial consultation through completion of our project. Ben took the time to carefully explain each element of the design proposal to make sure we understood all the necessary details. We encountered a few delays with the crazy winter snowstorms and some unexpected issues (none of which were the fault of Ross NW Watergardens) and Ben and the team went above and beyond to help us resolve them while keeping open communication throughout the project. The end result was better than we could have expected and we are thrilled with how everything turned out!
