Edible & Ecological Landscapes
Edible, native, and regenerative landscapes—designed to thrive beautifully.
Design-led landscape services in Upstate South Carolina — from consulting and planning to installation and long-term landscape optimization.
Most landscapes aren’t designed to perform over time.
Many landscapes are designed for immediate impact, not long-term success.
Plants are chosen without considering soil, water, maintenance demands, or how the space will be used over time. The result is a landscape that looks good initially - then requires constant input, replacements, and frustration.
Sustainable landscapes don’t happen by accident. They require thoughtful planning, systems thinking, and informed decision-making from the start.
Edible and ecological landscapes, designed as integrated systems.
Kitchen gardens are often where clients begin — but they are just one part of a larger landscape system.
Southern Garden Solutions designs edible and ecological landscapes that integrate food-producing plants, native species, and site-specific plantings to support long-term performance. Soil health, water use, plant relationships, and maintenance rhythms are considered from the start — whether the project is a kitchen garden, a native landscape, or a full property design.
Clients may choose full installation, seasonal management, or consulting and coaching support, but the goal remains the same: landscapes that become more resilient and easier to care for over time.
A design-led approach, grounded in how landscapes actually function.
Every project begins with understanding the landscape as a system — not just a collection of plants. Soil conditions, water movement, sun exposure, and how the space will be used all inform the design from the start.
Edible and ecological landscapes are planned together, allowing food-producing plants and native species to support one another rather than compete. This integrated approach improves resilience, reduces unnecessary inputs, and creates landscapes that become easier to care for over time.
Clients may work with Southern Garden Solutions through consulting, phased design, installation oversight, or long-term optimization. Regardless of the path, the focus remains the same: thoughtful planning, clear decision-making, and landscapes designed to perform well beyond the first season.
How it works:
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Discovery and site analysis
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Design and strategy
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Implementation or guided support
Ways to Work Together
Consulting
Thoughtful, one-on-one guidance for clients who want clarity before taking the next step. Consulting sessions focus on site conditions, goals, and practical strategies — whether you’re planning a kitchen garden, ecological planting, or a larger landscape direction.
Coaching & Landscape Optimization
Ongoing support for edible and ecological landscapes, tailored to how involved you want to be. Clients may choose hands-on coaching and guidance, or opt for professional landscape management and seasonal care. The focus is on keeping systems healthy, productive, and optimized ove
Design &
Installation
Comprehensive design services for edible and ecological landscapes, with installation coordinated through trusted partners. Projects are thoughtfully planned and overseen to ensure long-term performance and design integrity.
Client Experience
Working with Stephanie brought clarity to ideas I had struggled to articulate. I was looking for someone who could take what was in my head and translate it into a design that actually worked — and she delivered far beyond that.
She turned what felt like a basic concept into something thoughtful, balanced, and intentional. I now understand how much goes into a successful landscape — from design and materials to proportion and long-term function. Choosing Southern Garden Solutions was an excellent decision.”
— Homeowner, Upstate South Carolina
