Welcome to Design Your Wild!

Design Your Wild is dedicated to transforming outdoor spaces into thriving, human-centered landscapes that support biodiversity. Founded by Heather and Zoe Evans, our work is grounded in research and inspired by the principles of Doug Tallamy — prioritizing native plants and ecological practices to create spaces that people truly use and love.

Our journey began with a simple mission: to help people design outdoor spaces that are both functional and ecologically responsible. We believe that great design doesn’t just benefit the environment; it enhances daily life. Our focus isn’t on traditional gardening advice — it’s on crafting spaces that seamlessly blend beauty and function while supporting a healthier ecosystem. Through Design Your Wild, we provide insights and strategies to rethink front yards, shared community spaces, and entire neighborhoods.

Free subscribers get research-backed tips and advice in our newsletter every other Tuesday. But for those ready to dive deeper, paying subscribers unlock exclusive perks, including live virtual workshops, design feedback, and a thriving community of like-minded gardeners.

Join us in redefining what outdoor spaces can be.

Meet Heather and Zoe.

Heather, a master gardener and award-winning designer, brings decades of design expertise, while Zoe, a master naturalist, adds her science-backed approach to landscaping.

We’re a mother-daughter duo passionate about transforming yards into biodiverse, resilient spaces using native plants and thoughtful design. At Design Your Wild, we’re on a mission to help you create outdoor spaces that are as functional as they are beautiful — while supporting wildlife and the environment.

Together, we offer research-based insights and a community to help you create a space you’ll love — while making a positive impact on the planet.

Ready to get your hands dirty and make a difference? Join us now.

Regular online workshops.

Paying subscribers can join our live online workshops, which we teach several times a year.

Our foundational workshop is Design Your Yard: Quick & Easy Layouts. This workshop gives you the tools to create an overall layout for a restorative, human-centered yard with less lawn and more of what truly brings joy — NOT the typical approach to landscape design. You’ll walk away with a plan that balances beauty, function, and ecological impact. Plus, you can retake the workshop as many times as you like!

Want a workshop on another topic? Let us know! Connect with us at hello@designyourwild.com.

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Heather Evans is a master gardener and former marketing executive who's passionate about design and the environment.
Degree in Wildlife Ecology, multiple careers in environmental resources and information technology.
Master naturalist and avid dirt-digger who is obsessed with native plants, wildlife, and sustainable design.