M I S S I O N

In a time of climate change and mass extinction gardens matter more than ever.

We don't have to default to high-maintenance expanses of lawn, or to beds that need annual mulch applications or use the same exotic plants we see in any garden in any state. Plants don't want to be marooned several feet apart; plants want to cavort and mingle and be their own mulch while naturally improving soil with layered root systems. When we discover our ecoregion we find our home place -- and we bring the power of local nature into our lives. As we witness wildlife use the garden's plants, we understand that ours is not the only voice on this planet. And we are liberated.

Gardens should be as beautiful to us as to other species.
Gardens are revolutions that can change the world.


U N I Q U E   P R O C E S S

We use 100% native plants to support wildlife.

Our plants are younger which helps them establish sooner.

We use more plants in lush, layered designs that mimic nature to increase
ecological function and decrease maintenance over time.

During the first year we provide additional consults to help you establish
your new wildlife garden and ensure long-term success.

We're a niche firm focused on a tailored, meaningful relationship.
Monarch Gardens did a wonderful job understanding my needs and complementing my vision.... Easy to work with, prompt, and mindful of budget."

Monarch Garden's philosophy is exactly what we've been looking for."

I was interested in redesigning my front yard that was largely shaded. Benjamin was very knowledgeable as to the plants that would work for me."
L A N D S C A P E S

2 0 2 0   A P P E A R A N C E S



"Absolutely moving, inspired,
poetic message.
This lecture will change
the way I garden
forever after.
So. Very. Worthwhile.”


"An honest, authentic, and
stirring call to action."
1/17 -- Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park -- Peninsula, OH

2/8 -- Nebraska Builders Home & Garden Show -- Lincoln, NE

2/12 -- Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Winter Symposium -- Richmond, VA

2/21 -- Midwestern State University -- A New Garden Ethic -- Wichita Falls, TX

2/22 -- Arts Alive Home and Garden Festival -- Wichita Falls, TX

3/3 -- Memphis Horticultural Society, Memphis Botanic Gardens -- Memphis, TN

3/13 -- Tennessee Valley Wild Ones Plant Natives Symposium -- Chattanooga, TN

3/14 -- Tennessee Valley Wild Ones Plant Natives Symposium -- Chattanooga, TN

3/14 -- Tennessee Valley Wild Ones Plant Natives Symposium -- Chattanooga, TN

6/13 -- Minnesota Extension Master Gardener Conference -- Chaska, MN
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B O O K

"Absolutely extraordinary."

"More than a garden book."

"A call to arms and a joy to read."


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