Drawing inspiration from the magical garden history of the Hudson Valley, I design, maintain, and create landscapes and dreamy backyard escapes. My designs are chock-full of native species that not only support wildlife but also intermingle to create lush, weed-resistant settings. I work without chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides for the health of the environment–and you!
What do you do?
Services
I offer design, maintenance, and coaching services that can be engaged separately or in combination, and I often work in collaboration with other landscape professionals. My goal is to be flexible and supportive, so you can find a land care model that works for you.
Projects
From historic Arts-and-Craft gardens to meadows on former cropland, I've worked in many places. Take a look to see examples of landscapes I've supported or managed!
Initial Consultation
I love guiding clients towards landscapes that are vibrant and biodiverse, forgiving of tough weather and deer pressure. I embrace habitat gardening in all four seasons, relying on plants and practices that are welcoming to people and wildlife alike.
Some favorite Things
Some favorite topics at Starflower Gardens:
- heirloom daffodils—their beauty and toughness and incredible variety!
- dry shade to part-shade gardens, and native plants to fill these tough niches
- developing small areas to grow plants at home. Propagation is a superpower!
- editing existing gardens over time, and adding plants with beautiful bark, berries, or buds in the winter, so you can enjoy your garden in all seasons!
- Incorporating culinary and medicinal herbs into ornamental gardens
