Malibu, CA Tree Nursery & Landscape Design

Darren Names is known for his sharp eye for color and his ability to create unique, customized landscapes that bring out the best in every property. He’s drawn to the colorful Mediterranean style for its mix of soft silvery tones, vibrant succulents, aromatic plants, and water-wise balance. His favorite tree, the Hong Kong Orchid, reflects his love for striking blooms and year-round visual interest.

What Darren enjoys most about his work is partnering with clients to shape their ideas into stunning outdoor spaces and witnessing the full transformation from start to finish.

With 9 years at Moon Valley Nurseries and 9 years in the landscape industry, Ani Saakyan is a dedicated Landscape Designer based in Gilroy. Bilingual and a skilled horticulturalist, Ani has extensive experience in full soft-scape designs across California. Her passion for landscaping began in childhood, making her work feel like a calling.

Ani enjoys swimming and adventures with her furry friends. She believes in the importance of fertilizing plants and loves creating architectural drought-tolerant designs or lush Mediterranean landscapes that evoke Italy or Greece. Her favorite tree is the Blue Atlas Cedar, admired for its majestic presence. Ani finds the process of designing landscapes both relaxing and rewarding, especially when the textures and colors come together in perfect harmony.