Every landscape has a role to play.
Residential Services
Ecological landscapes for homeowners ready to steward their land differently.
Whether you’re converting lawn to meadow, redesigning a single garden bed, or restoring an entire property, our work is rooted in native plant communities and long-term ecological function.
Design & Installation
Custom-quoted projects
We design and install landscapes that are both beautiful and ecologically functional — replacing lawn and ornamental plantings with resilient native systems.
We design and install:
Lawn-to-meadow conversions
Native plant gardens
Pollinator habitats
Woodland edge and shade gardens
Rain gardens & drainage solutions
Edible/native mixed gardens
Invasive removal and ecological restoration
Whole-property master plans
Hardscape elements that support land use (paths, seating, simple patios, natural stone features)
Every design begins with an on-site consultation and ecological assessment.
Stewardship & Maintenance
$65 per person, per hour
Ecological landscapes are never “finished.” They evolve — and stewardship grows alongside them.
We offer:
Native garden maintenance
Invasive species management
Pruning (small trees, shrubs, perennials)
Transplanting and division
Meadow management
Organic soil amendments
Seasonal cleanups
Mulching (leaf mulch, compost, wood mulch)
Rain barrel installation
Drainage improvements
Guidance for homeowners who want to self-steward
Stewardship visits are typically scheduled biweekly, monthly, or seasonally depending on site needs.
View Residential Work
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Lawn > Meadow Conversion in Germantown
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Native Garden & Pathway in Wyncote
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Backyard Native Garden in Chestnut Hill
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Native Spring Ephemerals
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Wattle Fence & Border in Wyncote
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Native Garden & Pathway in Mt. Airy
Community Projects
Ecological landscapes for shared and public spaces.
We partner with schools, libraries, faith communities, nonprofits, neighborhood associations, corporate campuses, and retirement communities to transform conventional landscapes into living systems that support habitat, learning, and long-term resilience.
Design & Installation
Custom-quoted projects
We design and install native landscapes that align with your mission, increase ecological function, and create meaningful engagement.
We design and install:
Native habitat restoration
Lawn-to-meadow conversions
Campus master plans
Pollinator corridors
Rain gardens & stormwater solutions
Shade and woodland restoration
Entryway and gathering space redesigns
Outdoor classrooms
Courtyard rewilding
Invasive species removal and rebalancing
Phased multi-year restoration plans
When appropriate, we integrate:
Natural pathways & seating areas
Gathering spaces that support programming
Low-impact hardscape elements
Educational signage & interpretive materials
Each project begins with a site consultation and ecological assessment, followed by a tailored design proposal aligned with your goals, budget, and timeline.
Stewardship & Maintenance
$65 per person, per hour (or contract-based)
Ecological landscapes in shared spaces require thoughtful, consistent care — especially in their early establishment years.
We offer:
Native landscape maintenance
Invasive management
Meadow management
Seasonal stewardship visits
Organic soil support
Mulching & compost application
Habitat monitoring
Long-term land management planning
Staff training for in-house grounds teams
We can work directly with your facilities team or provide ongoing stewardship contracts depending on your needs.
Education & Engagement
Public-facing landscapes create opportunities for connection and learning.
We provide:
Educational signage design & installation
Plant identification markers
Habitat interpretation panels
Curriculum-aligned outdoor learning consultation
Community volunteer planting days
Stewardship workshops
Our goal is not just to restore habitat — but to deepen community relationship with land.
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Zuni Bowl at Horn Farm Center
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Beaver Dam Analog at Cupola Academy
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Check Dam at Horn Farm Center
Large-Scale Restoration
Ecological restoration for working lands and conservation spaces.
We partner with landowners, conservancies, farms, and municipalities to restore ecological function at scale. From degraded fields to invasive-dominated woodlands, we design and implement restoration strategies that rebuild native plant communities and strengthen long-term landscape resilience.
Restoration Planning & Implementation
Custom, collaborative projects
Large-scale restoration requires thoughtful ecological assessment, phased planning, and long-term vision.
We consult and collaborate on:
Site assessment & ecological analysis
Invasive species mapping & management plans
Meadow establishment & large-scale native planting
Riparian buffer restoration
Pollinator corridor development
Phased, multi-year restoration planning
Grant-supported or conservation-funded projects
Each project begins with a site visit and strategic consultation to determine scope, timeline, and ecological priorities.
Long-Term Stewardship & Adaptive Management
Contract-based
Ecological restoration is not a one-season project. Our approach prioritizes ecological integrity, resilience, and stewardship over time.
We provide:
Ongoing monitoring & adaptive management
Invasive pressure mitigation
Meadow and woodland management
Collaboration with internal land teams or partner organizations
Training for staff or volunteers
Miyawaki Reforestation
Custom-quoted projects
We are trained in the Miyawaki method — an intensive, biodiversity-driven approach to reforestation that establishes dense, native micro-forests designed to accelerate ecological succession.
This method:
Prioritizes hyper-local native species
Improves soil health rapidly
Establishes canopy structure in a fraction of typical reforestation timelines
Supports long-term carbon sequestration and habitat restoration
Miyawaki projects are custom-scoped and often implemented in collaboration with community partners, institutions, or conservation initiatives.
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Miyawaki at Horn Farm Center (1 Year of Growth)
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Miyawaki at Horn Farm Center (2 Years of Growth)
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Miyawaki at Horn Farm Center (3 Years of Growth)
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Miyawaki at Horn Farm Center (3 Years of Growth)
Book a Free Consultation
Consultations last around 20-30 mins. We’ll walk your property (or review photos), listen to your goals, and talk through what’s possible. No pressure. No obligation. Just clarity on next steps for your space.