Our Services
Ecological garden design, rooted in place.
At Fairnilee, we don’t just install plants — we grow living systems. Whether you’re starting from scratch, restoring a forgotten corner of your land, or caring for an existing garden, Lydia brings deep ecological knowledge and a personal, hands-on approach to every project.
Her work is guided by observation, adaptation, and relationship — with the land, the plants, and the people who call it home.
Consultations
A walk through your landscape. A beginning.
The first step in any project is a one-on-one site visit. Lydia walks the land with you, listens deeply to your goals, and shares insights drawn from years of native plant study and garden making.
You’ll receive personalized advice and guidance on:
What to keep, what to remove, and what to reimagine
Native and invasive plant ID
Site-specific planting suggestions
Ways to improve habitat and ecological function
Design ideas and plant lists tailored to your space
“Even if you’re not ready to plant, a consultation can be a doorway — to understanding your land, to gaining confidence, and to planting with purpose.”
Design & Installation
An evolving process. A garden that belongs.
Lydia approaches design as a living art. She creates intuitively, responding to the land in real time — not with rigid blueprints, but with seasonal awareness and site-specific flow. Every design evolves during installation, shaped by available plants, soil conditions, and the spirit of the place.
This service includes:
A custom native plant garden plan
On-site design during installation
Adaptations based on plant availability and timing
Thoughtful, artistic planting that honors your space
Optional collaboration with skilled installers
Design and installation are woven together — always guided by care, beauty, and ecological integrity.
Maintenance & Stewardship
Gardens grow. They need tending.
Native gardens aren’t set-it-and-forget-it — especially in the early stages. Lydia offers seasonal maintenance and ongoing stewardship to help your garden take root and flourish.
This may include:
Weeding and invasive plant control
Pruning, editing, and seasonal replanting
Soil care and natural mulching
Plant additions and succession planning
Long-term guidance and garden coaching
Whether Lydia maintains the garden herself or works alongside you, this service ensures your space stays healthy, dynamic, and full of life.
Custom Projects
Have something else in mind? Lydia also collaborates on:
Meadow creation
Woodland restoration
Streamside and riparian planting
Seed collection and propagation
Educational gardens for schools or nonprofits
Let’s talk about what’s possible.