Landscape Architecture + Arboriculture

for Development, Public Realm and Ecological Systems

Thoughtful landscapes that connect people and place

Landscape Architecture Rooted in
Ecology, Practicality and Place

Bombus Ecoscapes is a landscape architecture and arboricultural consulting practice providing professional services across development, public realm, ecological, and residential projects throughout Kingston and Eastern Ontario.

We believe strong landscapes emerge through a balance of design, ecological thinking, practical implementation, and long-term stewardship.

SERVICES

Landscape Architecture

Planning, site design, approvals, and construction documentation for public, commercial, institutional, and residential projects.

Ecological + Planting Systems

Native planting strategies, ecological restoration, pollinator systems, afforestation, and resilient landscape planting.

Implementation + Delivery

Tender support, construction coordination, site reviews, and oversight to help ensure projects are built successfully.

Whether you are a developer, public agency, consultant, or homeowner, explore the sections below to learn more about the specific services and project experience offered within each stream.

Arboriculture + Tree Preservation

ISA Certified Arborist services, including tree inventories, assessments, preservation plans, and arboricultural consulting to support development and land stewardship.

FOR DEVELOPMENT + CONSULTING TEAMS

Landscape architecture services for development, municipal, and commercial projects.

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FOR HOMEOWNERS

Ecological landscapes, native planting, and land stewardship for residential properties.

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ABOUT BOMBUS

Designing landscapes with purpose

We design landscapes that balance function, durability, and ecological performance - from site plans to planting systems that actually work on the ground.

Bombus is built around practical, thoughtful design that supports both people and the environment over the long term.

Interested in learning more?
Take a look at the Bombus story, or explore our work below.

About Us
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FAQ

  • Bombus provides landscape architecture and arboricultural consulting services for public, commercial, institutional, recreational, and residential projects. Our work includes parks, trails, golf courses, streetscapes, land development, ecological restoration, and select residential landscapes throughout Kingston and Eastern Ontario.

  • Yes. We regularly collaborate with developers, municipalities, architects, planners, engineers, and other professionals. Our role may include site planning, landscape design, planting plans, arboricultural assessments, construction documentation, and support through municipal approvals.

  • Yes. As an OALA-registered Landscape Architect, we prepare professional landscape drawings for site plan approval, development applications, and other municipal submission requirements.

  • Yes. Our ISA Certified Arborist services include tree inventories, condition assessments, arboricultural reports, and tree preservation plans. These services support development approvals, site planning, and tree protection during construction.

  • Bombus approaches projects through landscape architecture, combining site planning, ecological understanding, and practical construction knowledge. Our work emphasizes thoughtful design, appropriate plant selection, and long-term landscape performance.

  • No. Native plants are central to many of our designs because of their ecological and habitat value. However, plant selection also considers site conditions, resilience, maintenance, and intended use. We aim to create landscapes that are both ecologically functional and thoughtfully designed.

  • Yes, for select projects we will engage in a design-build model to deliver the vision and execute it. In addition to design and documentation, Bombus provides tender support, contractor coordination, construction reviews, and limited landscape installation services, depending on the project scope.

  • Continuing professional development is an important part of our practice. In addition to our landscape architecture credentials, we hold ISA Certified Arborist and Green Roof Professional certifications and have completed RX-100 prescribed fire training in ecological land management.

    We continue to expand our expertise in ecological restoration, vegetation management, urban forestry, and landscape implementation through professional education and hands-on field experience. We also enjoy exploring emerging technologies, including drone imagery, 3D modelling, and computer-aided design tools, to strengthen our design process and communicate compelling project visions.

  • You can reach us through our Contact page or by email at brendan@bombus.ca

    We aim to respond to inquiries within one business day.

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Coreopsis lanceolata These were planted into a sunny border with poor soil, river stone ‘mulch’... and very little expectation. Fast forward two years and they are stealing the show 😍 With Coreopsis l., expect a profusion of yellow b
Gypsy moth caterpillars climbing a tree for another day of feeding After this year, I’m sure the majority of people in Ontario are now familiar with the gypsy moth, and the unchecked havoc they wreak on forests. The more places I visit, the
First monarch sighting of the year! Their arrival into the waterways of the Rideau canal times up with the blooming of the milkweed. Common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) seen here Glad to see that they’re here and doing well 👌
WORD OF THE DAY ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Frass (n. - frass) - The excrement of boring or leaf-eating insects. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Over the past couple of weeks, if you have taken a walk in the woods, you may have experienced an unusual phenomenon. That is, the sound and feel