CIRCA: Approximately. FLORA: the plants of a certain region, habitat, or geological period. My definition of 'native' plants extends beyond Cincinnati or Ohio, to include the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, East, and at times further South, and West within the United States. I believe this approach is our best bet to encourage native plant use, and eliminate the use of invasive plants. While I love native plants, I am not a native plant purist; there is no denying that Russian Sage is gorgeous and attracts a TON of pollinators! I will not plant or design with invasive plants, and I will focus mostly on plants that are approximately native and their cultivars, with other valuable non-natives as needed.

I offer sliding scale payment options. I've been inspired by the many amazing Cincinnati local businesses who offer sliding scale, and there is no reason why this industry should be different. Everyone deserves access to beautiful and fulfilling spaces, and this is way I can help us get there.

The value of DIY clients. Many landscape companies may overlook you, but those who like to dig  are my people, and I am dedicated to creating access for you in this space. You'll notice some DIY design options that I currently offer. When it comes to installation, I am happy to generate collaborative options so you get the guidance and soil-beneath-your-fingernails that you need!

You'll notice pricing on my Services page. Seeking landscaping services can be intimidating if it is new, and many people don't have a concept of what these services can cost. By providing some of my pricing, I am hoping to break that barrier, and I am always happy to talk more about how prices are generated beyond what is shared here. 

I want to be your gardener. I want to get to know you and your yard, and bring a nurturing touch back into landscaping. I've steered from the term landscaping because it has always felt a bit sterile to me, often with a focus on the big 'one and done' installs. The reality of nature is that is ever-changing and evolving, and with that comes the need for continued attention and care. 

I want to share the enthusiasm and presence that this work brings me. I remember the first time my professor pointed out the seed heads of a purple coneflower in the winter time, that were half eaten. Over the next month, I visited that coneflower, sat on a bench from afar, and watched as gold finches swooped in to eat them. The dreadful feelings that winter tended to envelop me in felt suddenly lifted, if only for those brief moments. Present day, I have coneflowers planted right outside the window I eat breakfast at every morning. I want to share that with you. 

Less competition, more collaboration. Gardening is an art form. All across the city- from painters, to musicians, to chefs- artists are collaborating to make Cincinnati a beautiful and inspiring place to be. I think the creation of our spaces should be so as well. If you are a business owner, designer, gardener, landscaper, organizer, etc. and would like to collaborate to create meaningful spaces, I would love to connect with you! There is space for everyone in gardening and transforming our communities into healthier places.