There are so many beautiful plants that aren’t native! Maybe there’s one (or more) that brings back fond memories of an event or that you associate with a loved one. We will absolutely consider these plants when designing your gardens, however, we want to protect the balance of local ecosystems from further disruption. If your requested plant is invasive or known to be a significant threat to our wild areas, we will politely decline to include it and suggest a suitable alternative.

In nature, plants mingle and weave together in communities. You’ll rarely see bare ground in a healthy ecosystem. Our natural garden designs are an ecological approach and combine compatible plants of varying heights, and leaf and root structures, just like nature does. This ultimately reduces water use and the amount of time you spend weeding and increases the amount of time you can spend exploring nature in your space.

Definitely! Whether it’s expanding an existing garden or adding a new one, our garden designs focus on blending everything seamlessly together. This includes integrating with your current hardscaping, slopes, sunny or shady areas, and even streambanks.

If we find an issue with your existing infrastructure that puts your investment, such as your home or intended project, at risk, we will inform you immediately. We can help you address the issue or work with you to find someone who can.

This program guides you in managing your outdoor space with less effort, giving you more time to reconnect with nature while reducing harmful practices. We will gladly answer your questions about including specific native plant species and whether they may be suitable for your space. If you’re not confident in your design abilities, we offer a design service and will work with you to create a space you’ll love.

While we would love to install your designs for you and understand the convenience of having a one-stop shop for your landscaping needs, it isn’t one of our service offerings. We’re experts at design and guidance. Focusing on these services means we’re able to provide you with outstanding environmentally beneficial designs and management advice. We will work with you to find an expert contractor for your installation needs if you don’t feel comfortable installing it yourself.

As much as we love your space, our focus and passion are creating designs and management programs that encourage your participation. You’ll find that, once they’re established, your natural gardens will need far less care than traditional ones…and you’ll be able to spend more time exploring and enjoying nature at home! Quick tip: We always suggest leaving the leaves and stems in your garden over Winter. Contact us to find out why!