Hi! I’m Nick.

I create functional landscapes using native species from the Midwest. I strive to design gardens and landscapes that support local ecosystems and serve the needs of land users. These often take the form of rain gardens, pollinator meadows, and healing gardens, but the options are limitless. I’m happy to design for residential, commercial, and public sites.

I I marry the naturalistic, low-maintenance planting style of New Perennialism with deep ecological knowledge informed by my experiences as a prairie ecologist and shoreline restoration technician in Minnesota. I’m a registered Blue Thumb partner to support planting for clean water, and a proud supporter of the Homegrown National Park movement. I value other local businesses and offer a design discount for Whole Foods Co-op owners.

I’m based in Duluth, MN, where I also volunteer as a Master Gardener and Master Naturalist. These two programs promote horticultural and environmental knowledge among Minnesotans, and require me to complete additional specialized training annually. Plus, they’re just fun!

Thank you for considering working with me on your landscape. Let’s plant native!