Wild Plum Gardens

Wild Plum is a Chicagoland ecological landscaping business that designs, installs, and maintains native and edible gardens for homes and businesses. Combining ecological and horticultural expertise with a collaborative, personalized approach, the company creates landscapes that are beautiful, functional, and beneficial to local ecosystems. Its services include landscape design, garden installation, ongoing stewardship and maintenance, invasive plant removal, edible garden care, and one-on-one garden coaching.

Designs may feature native gardens with four-season interest, rain gardens, patio gardens, prairie plantings, and edible plants. Wild Plum also prepares garden beds, plants flowers, shrubs, and trees, and removes invasive annuals, perennials, shrubs, and small trees using science-based methods. For edible landscapes, it helps clients choose plants and materials and offers guidance on their care, including options ranging from fruits, vegetables, herbs, and nuts to perennial edibles.

The business emphasizes climate-friendly, resource-efficient practices, such as sourcing plants locally and using electric tools. It also helps clients make better use of rainwater and create habitats that support pollinators, birds, and other wildlife