Madison County Chamber of Commerce Chamber News

Madison Planting and Design wins award

Posted February 26, 2008

Madison Planting and Design Group (MPDG) is proud to announce it has been awarded an Environmental Distinction Award for its Design and Installation of the Crocker Residence in the 38th Annual Environmental Improvement Awards Program sponsored by the Professional Landcare Network (PLANET).

MPDG was commended and recognized for the design and installation of this nature inspired project located in the Northeast Jackson, Mississippi area. A perfect home retreat was made complete be creating a meditation garden, sitting area with fire pit, and European cobble walks all set in lush naturalistic plantings. The project was further enhanced by creating dry creek beds complemented with plantings that included a wide variety of native plants and a mixture of trees and shrubs that bloom during each season of the year. Elements of this project included night lighting, irrigation, including drip irrigation for planters, and an exterior sound system.

“The strong team approach to this Design/Build landscape project provided a unique landscape experience for the Crocker’s. It is a project that added a quality user experience and value to their residence. Each of our employees is proud of being an integral part of the Crocker’s Landscape Development. To have been one of the six companies in the southeast chosen for a distinction award this year is a true honor and a testament to the dedication of MPDG employees and ion the confidence of the Crocker’s of our ability to create and maintain this unique landscape.” – Randy Graves, ASLA, Landscape Architect

“Madison Planting and Design Group is a Landscape Design/Build Company located in Canton, Mississippi. Our foundation is built on professional design, quality plant material, superior staffing, and unparalleled service. MPDG offers full service landscape services including design, installation and construction management services for landscape elements such as plant material installation and maintenance, swimming pools, decks, irrigation, and more.” – Kirk Cameron, ALSA, Landscape Architect

PLANET”S Environmental Improvement Awards Program reflects the association’s commitment to creating and preserving the beauty of our landscape. The program is designed to reward independent landscape, lawn care, and interior plantscaping professionals who execute superior projects. PLANET strives to increase public awareness of environmental improvement through contracted landscaping, lawn care, and interior plantscaping and encourages the consistent use of quality materials and workmanship.

Madison Planting & Design Group is located in Canton, Mississippi.