design & ecology
Dale is a garden designer and hands-on horticulturist
based in Brooklyn, specializing in low-maintenance plantings
that come back year after year.
a passion for nature in the city
Drawing on years of experience observing and caring for plants
Garden Design
Planting maps, plant lists, renderings, and other design documents.
Pruning
In late winter, or after flowering, or both, depending on the plant species and variety.
Maintenance
Clearing debris from hardscapes, edges, and outdoor furniture, with a light touch on garden beds.
Planting
Plant delivery and installation, in volume or small orders.
Soil Amendments
Compost, micronutrients, and beneficial mycorrhizae.
Edibles
Fruits, vegetables, and herbs for full sun or part-sun sites.
Dale Hoagland Gardens 