Ponds by Bee Landscaping - Boonsboro's Professional Landscapers
11 Coldstream Ct, Boonsboro, MD 21713
Service Capabilities
- Walkway construction or installation
- Interior wall construction
- Patio, porch, or terrace construction or installation
- Landscape design
- Construction or installation
- Exterior wall construction
Common Questions
As a certified Aquascape contractor, what does your 10-step pond building process involve for a Boonsboro homeowner?
Our process is designed for durability and natural beauty, especially important in our local climate. It begins with a detailed consultation and design, followed by careful excavation and a robust plumbing and filtration system installation. We use high-quality Aquascape liners and underlayment, then strategically place rocks and gravel to create a stable, natural-looking structure. We integrate aquatic plants suited for Maryland, install energy-efficient pumps, and finish with careful landscaping to blend the feature seamlessly into your yard. This method ensures your water feature is not only beautiful but also built to handle seasonal changes and last for years.
Can you design and build a patio or retaining wall that also helps with common local issues like storm debris or drainage?
Absolutely. When we design hardscapes like patios, walkways, or retaining walls in Boonsboro, we always consider practical drainage and debris management. For instance, we can design retaining walls with proper weep holes and backfill to manage water runoff from storms, which helps prevent erosion and debris buildup. Patios and walkways are graded to direct water away from your home's foundation. By using permeable materials or strategic slopes, we create outdoor living spaces that are both attractive and functional, reducing the impact of heavy rains and making post-storm cleanup easier for you.
We have persistent moss in our shady lawn. Can landscape design help, or do you only work on water features?
While we specialize in water features, our foundation is in comprehensive landscape architecture. Moss often indicates too much shade, moisture, or compacted soil. As part of our landscape design service, we can assess your property and propose solutions. This might include strategic planting of shade-tolerant ground covers or perennials to outcompete the moss, improving soil aeration, or even redesigning areas to better manage moisture. Our goal is to create a cohesive, healthy landscape where every element, from plants to ponds, works together, addressing issues like moss as part of a holistic plan for your yard.
Company Background
Scott McIlwee of Ponds by Bee Landscaping in Boonsboro, MD, brings a lifelong passion for the land to every project. His journey began in high school, working with respected local nurserymen and landscapers in the Frederick area, where he developed a deep appreciation for horticulture and design. This hands-on experience led him to West Virginia University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture in 1997. Returning home, Scott founded Bee Landscaping, which has since evolved to include Ponds by Bee Landscaping, a specialized design and build team. As a certified Aquascape contractor, Scott and his team focus on creating, maintaining, and educating clients about unique custom water features. Their work is guided by a detailed 10-step process, ensuring quality and lasting beauty for landscapes throughout Maryland, Washington D.C., and Northern Virginia.


















