Roots 'n Shoots Landscaping - Oakland's Professional Residential Fencing
Oakland, CA 94611
Company Background
Roots 'n Shoots Landscaping, led by owner Mark Roberts, has served residential clients in Oakland Hills, Piedmont, Berkeley, and nearby communities for over 35 years. Mark’s background includes a degree from UC Berkeley (1980) with a minor in Horticulture and further studies at Merritt College's Horticulture program. The company is a full-service design-build firm, handling projects from landscape design and installation to irrigation construction, repairs, and maintenance. They also specialize in fences, gates, retaining walls, patios, walkways, driveways, and exterior construction. Services extend to tree care with a professional arborist, shrub and lawn maintenance, rock and masonry work (including flagstone and brick), and outdoor lighting for security and aesthetics. Plant selection focuses on natives and drought-tolerant varieties, with expertise in edibles like fruit trees and vegetable gardens. Pest management follows Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles, using least-toxic methods. Most business comes from referrals and repeat clients, reflecting a commitment to quality and reliability. Whether building new features or maintaining existing landscapes, Roots 'n Shoots aims to create functional, lasting outdoor spaces.
Key Services
- Shrub care
- Lawn care
- Shrub pruning or trimming
- Design services
- Irrigation repair or maintenance
- Driveway construction or installation
- Insect management - shrubs
- Landscaping building design
Q&A
How does Roots 'n Shoots address soil erosion around fence posts, a common issue in Oakland?
We stabilize fence posts by using wider, deeper concrete footings and often adding drainage gravel to prevent water pooling. For existing erosion, we can regrade the area around the post and install a small French drain system to redirect runoff. This approach extends the life of your fence and prevents leaning or collapse, especially in Oakland's clay-heavy soils.
Can you help design and install a drought-tolerant landscape that also includes a new patio or walkway?
Yes. As a full-service design-build company, we combine hardscaping (like flagstone patios or decomposed granite walkways) with native, drought-tolerant plants. We start with a site assessment to ensure proper drainage and sun exposure, then select plants that thrive with minimal water. The result is a cohesive, low-maintenance yard that fits the local climate.
What does your tree pruning service include, and when is the best time to prune in the Bay Area?
Our professional arborist offers pruning for health, safety, and aesthetics. We remove dead or crossing branches, thin the canopy for light penetration, and shape trees without over-pruning. For most trees in Oakland, late winter (January to March) is ideal, but certain species like spring-flowering types may be pruned after they bloom. We also handle tree planting and transplanting.
Business Location & Hours
| Mon: | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tue: | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wed: | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thu: | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Fri: | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sat: | Closed |
| Sun: | Closed |
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