This garden was designed for a very special client and accomplished gardener who already had a deep knowledge and appreciation of native plants. With a strong foundation already in place, our goal was to thoughtfully reimagine the landscape—building upon what he had created while improving its flow, beauty, and usability. The result is a garden designed not only for plants to thrive, but for its owner to spend more time immersed in it and to share his love of gardening with friends. Visitors enter the garden through a moon gate framed by flowering vines, creating a welcoming transition into the landscape. From there, the design unfolds across the slope through a series of interconnected garden spaces, including xeric plantings, meadow gardens, and a productive food forest.

Layered planting, native grasses, and flowering perennials provide seasonal color, texture, and habitat while guiding movement throughout the site. Pathways and gathering areas are framed by sculptural plants, edible species, and pollinator-friendly gardens that support biodiversity and year-round interest.

The landscape culminates in a botanical garden-inspired space that blends ornamental and edible plantings, creating an immersive outdoor experience that is both functional and ecologically rich.