Planning Your Kitchen Garden Investment
Every kitchen garden is unique, but most Floracotta gardens fall within predictable investment ranges depending on garden size, materials, and site preparation. The guide below offers a helpful overview of typical costs for installing a kitchen garden in Los Angeles.
Garden Investment Examples
Small Kitchen Garden
2 raised beds
Typical investment
$4,000 – $7,000
Ideal for smaller outdoor spaces or gardeners just getting started. A simple garden layout for growing herbs and seasonal vegetables at home.
Classic Kitchen Garden
4 raised beds
Typical investment
$10,000 – $18,000
Our most common garden layout. Provides a steady supply of herbs and seasonal vegetables for everyday cooking and enjoying fresh harvests at home.
Estate Kitchen Garden
6–8 raised beds
Typical investment
$18,000 – $30,000+
Designed for passionate cooks who want a refined kitchen garden that provides exceptional variety, abundance, and nutrient-dense harvests year-round.
What’s Included in a Floracotta Garden
A full-service Floracotta kitchen garden installation typically includes:
• Custom garden layout and design
• Cedar raised garden beds
• Premium soil blend for edible growing
• Pathways and garden preparation
• Trellising structures for climbing crops
• Drip irrigation setup
• Seasonal vegetable and herb planting
• Guidance for ongoing garden care
Example Garden Calculation
To estimate the cost of your garden, calculate the total growing area of the raised beds.
For example:
4 raised beds
Each bed: 8' × 4' = 32 sq ft
Total growing area
128 sq ft
Typical installation range
128 sq ft × $140–$180 per sq ft
Estimated investment
$17,900 – $23,000
Final pricing depends on site preparation, access, irrigation, and garden design.
Start Your Kitchen Garden
The best way to receive an accurate estimate is through a garden consultation. During the visit, we’ll walk your space, discuss what you’d love to grow, and design a kitchen garden that fits your home and lifestyle.
Most Floracotta gardens begin with this consultation.