Many Mount Desert Island properties sit within, or alongside, forested land. Gardening the forest is a deliberate, restrained approach to managing these transitional spaces—where cultivated gardens give way to woodland—so they remain healthy and navigable. 

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Native and naturalistic gardening focuses on landscapes that work in harmony with local conditions rather than against them. It emphasizes site-appropriate plantings, ecological balance, and long-term resilience, resulting in landscapes that feel grounded, cohesiv…

Garden restoration brings new life to landscapes that have become overgrown, tired, or disconnected, restoring structure, health, and beauty while maintaining the unique character of each property. Guided by a personalized design approach, restoration work respond…

Our Garden Care & Maintenance services provide ongoing attention to planted landscapes with an emphasis on long-term health, structure, and balance. Rather than focusing on cosmetic upkeep alone, our work supports the underlying vitality of your gardens, so they r…

Our Design & Installation services support a wide range of landscape styles, from refined and structured gardens to more naturalistic and informal settings. Work may include new garden creation, reconfiguration of existing planting areas, or targeted improvements …