Gardener by Nature specializes in informal, natural designs for residential clients.
Dale's designs emphasize native plants for their ease of culture and benefit to birds and other wildlife, as well as the sense of place they evoke. However, she also recommends non-invasive exotics. "As much as I wish everyone had the bright yellow blooms of our native Spicebush to brighten up winter, I couldn’t do without my Japanese Flowering Apricot’s bubblegum pink January flowers."
John's theatrical background informs his designs with a sense of drama, as well as an acute awareness of the importance of sight lines and the organization of space. "Many of my favorite gardens involve informal and naturalistic plantings placed within more structured and classical arrangements, creating a delightful vibrancy for the garden visitor."
Consultation and Design services range from “walk and talk” question and answer sessions with recommendations for existing or new plantings to designs for borders, perennial beds, patios and containers. No job is too small.