Wildlife-Friendly Planting Plans & Naturalistic Garden Design in the UK

Beautifully simple, ecologically rich planting plans for the tamed wild garden

A bespoke garden design service by Earth & Easel Studio — based in Wiltshire, UK

Photo: naturalistic border with birch branches, foxgloves, and informal planting — part of a wildlife-friendly garden in Wiltshire.

Create a sanctuary — and help nature thrive

Looking for a garden that feels alive, seasonal, and full of natural charm?

The Wild Border offers tailored planting plans rooted in ecological design, naturalistic planting, and wildlife-friendly principles — helping you grow a space that supports biodiversity and brings peace and joy throughout the seasons.

Every plan is adapted to your garden’s size, light levels, and soil — whether you’re planting a small border or reimagining a full garden area.

Choose your plan

Simple planting plan sketch for a small wildlife-friendly garden border with labelled native plants

Starter plan

£95

Early Access: £75 (save £20)

A gentle first step toward your dream border

Perfect for small spaces, sunny beds, or new gardeners.

Includes:

  • One planting plan & layout sketch (up to 5m length, to scale or illustrative)

  • Detailed plant list (Latin names, spacing, quantities)

  • Seasonal interest guide

  • One round of revisions

🪴Ideal for adding purpose and charm to a small patch.

Hand-drawn naturalistic garden layout with seasonal planting around central lawn area

sanctuary plan

£165

Early Access: £132 (save £33)

A fuller picture of your wild garden-to-be

Great for front/back gardens or a makeover of one main space (up to 50m²).

Includes everything in Starter Plan, plus:

  • Maintenance and care guidance

  • Wildlife-friendly companion planting tips

  • Optional planting schedule (spring/autumn)

🌼 Your own private retreat, grounded in nature’s rhythm.

Digital garden design with labelled wildlife-friendly perennials and ferns in a naturalistic planting plan

visionary plan

£245

Early Access: £195 (save £50)

See it before you sow it

For those wanting to visualise the soul of their space.

Includes everything in the Sanctuary Plan, plus:

  • Custom visual concept image

  • Colour palette & seasonal moodboard

  • Wildlife features (ponds, log piles, bug hotels)

  • Planting vignettes for structure, story & style

🎨 Bring your dream garden vividly to life before it’s planted.


💚 Early access pricing available for the first 5 clients only - in exchange for feedback and portfolio permission.


The Living Tapestry

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The Living Tapestry *

A growing network of wildlife-friendly gardens across the UK

When you choose a Wild Border, your garden can become part of The Living Tapestry — a patchwork of naturalistic, pollinator-friendly gardens restoring habitat and seasonal beauty across Wiltshire and beyond.

As a Living Tapestry member, you’ll receive:

🍂 Wild Garden Almanac (Seasonal Email & PDF)

With ecological gardening tips, wildlife spotting guides, and seasonal DIYs (log piles, bug hotels, mini ponds).

🗺 Interactive Map of the Tapestry

Opt to add your garden to our regional habitat map — using initials and a general location if preferred.

📜 Recognition Pack

A digital badge, printable certificate, and early access to handmade signs or plaques.

🌼 10% Off Your Next Plan

A thank you for helping this movement grow.

You’re automatically added when you book a planting plan — no extra sign-up required.

💚 Just a quiet invitation to belong, and to let your garden do something beautiful.

Illustration of community garden network with map pins and wildlife-friendly green space icon

get in touch

Have a question or ready to start your wild garden journey?

kai.lever@protonmail.com

Or use the inquiry form below