"Kevin has creative and original ideas. Kevin and his team are very passionate about the essence of what they are creating: peace, beauty, and a deep connection to the earth. I appreciate the deep knowledge and care that has gone into the work, and I highly recommend Garden Gnomads."See More Meadows
- Katie
Hummingbird Privacy Nook
I loved waking up this morning and seeing the beautiful lattice wall as a backdrop to my winter garden. Thank you for your diligent work!
-Rosemary
Lawn and Garden Revamp
"Kevin is very knowledgable and a hard worker."
- Anne
Mixed Media Hardscapes
& Water Features
"The best time to plant was a decade ago.
The next best time is now."
Send us a message or schedule a call if you're curious. We're happy to chat!
Landscape Roadmap
Native Landscape Design
Custom planting plans tailored to the Piedmont region and your specific microclimate.
Pollinator gardens, shade woodlands, privacy hedgerows, and meadow-scapes. Deliverables range from concept sketches to full-scale master plans.
Restoration Roadmap
A multi-year phased management plan for larger properties or HOAs. Prioritizes invasive removal, erosion control, and canopy restoration over 1–5 years.
Includes: Assessment, design, and ongoing stewardship recommendations.
Site Consultation
A Senior Ecologist will identify existing native and invasive species, observe soil health and hydrology, and offer immediate verbal recommendations for ecological improvement.
Your Journey Begins Here
Defining the roadmap to a resilient landscape.
Invasive Species Remediation
Targeted removal of aggressive non-natives (English Ivy, Wisteria, Kudzu, Privet, Japanese Stilt grass).
Methodology: Prioritizing manual removal and cut-stump treatments to minimize soil disturbance and protect surrounding native flora.
Stormwater & Erosion Solutions
Green infrastructure to manage Charlotte’s heavy clay runoff.
Includes: Rain gardens, bioswales, dry creek beds, and steep slope stabilization using deep-rooted native grasses.
Design, Planting & Installation
Sourcing and installing high-quality, local-ecotype native plugs, shrubs, and trees.
Focus: Establishing "plant communities" rather than isolated specimens to reduce mulch needs and suppress weeds naturally.
Our Primary Services
After your Site Assessment & Design,
Native Plant Supply
We offer diverse plant species for many ecological landscape installations. Our primary focus is on keystone natives, groundcover for all scenarios, locally adapted edible varieties.
Our Favorites: Solidago, Aster, Wine Cups, Pussytoes, Fig, Persimmon, American Chestnut.
Landscape Stewardship Packages
Whether newly-installed or long-established, we have a care package tailored to your landscape.
🌸 Beauty
Refined Care Through the Growing Season
Six total visits to keep things looking their best — extending blooms, keeping weeds in check, and refining the overall appearance.
Best for: Maturing gardens still filling in, or anyone who enjoys a consistently polished look all season long.
Three strategic visits each year keep your landscape healthy and balanced through timely seasonal work — like cutbacks, propagation, and monitoring for pest and disease.
Best for: Mature gardens that are well-rooted and self-sustaining. which will flourish with seasonal attention.
10-12 annual visits for gardens that need a little more hands-on care — whether newly planted or full of food crops. We focus on watering, weeding, harvesting, and adaptive support as your garden develops through the seasons.
Best for: Young landscapes, edible gardens, or anyone who wants steady guidance and care throughout the year.
