Small scale gardens with big ecological impact

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Starter Patch Starter Patch
Starter Patch
$149.00

A simple, welcoming introduction to native gardening. The Starter Patch is designed for small spaces and first-time native plantings, using hardy, low-maintenance plants that support pollinators while adding beauty and seasonal interest. Perfect for entryways or sunny corners. Includes 6-8 native plants.

Pollinator Pocket Pollinator Pocket
Pollinator Pocket
$199.00

A thoughtfully balanced garden that provides nectar and habitat from spring through fall. The Pollinator Pocket combines color, texture, and ecological impact in a manageable size, making it ideal for small yards or business storefronts looking to support bees and butterflies. Includes 10-12 native plants.

Butterfly Garden Butterfly Garden
Butterfly Garden
$249.00

Designed with butterflies in mind, this garden includes both nectar plants and essential host plants like milkweed. The Butterfly Garden feels lush and lively, offering blooms across multiple seasons while supporting the full pollinator life cycle, especially monarchs. Includes 15-18 native plants.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • I create small, thoughtfully designed native gardens that support pollinators and feel doable for everyday spaces. That includes native garden installs in existing beds, raised bed refreshes, and digital designs for those far away.

  • Reach out through the contact form!

  • We focus on small attainable additions to clients existing gardens. No major overhaul or overly complicated design plans. Plus our native plants will come back year after year, and are low maintenance.

  • The greater Asheville area. We also offer digital garden design for those further away!

  • Native plants belong where they're planted. They've evolved alongside local pollinators, birds, and wildlife, which means they provide the food and habitat these species actually need. By choosing native plants, you're supporting a healthier ecosystem while creating a garden that's resilient, beautiful, and easier to maintain over time.

  • Working with us is easy and supportive. I guide you through plant choices, explain the process clearly, and create a native garden that fits your space and lifestyle-no prior gardening experience needed.

  • Melissa was a pleasure to work with. Very knowledgeable and informative about what would work. Her design is simple but beautiful for the small space I had…”

    —Alisa G.

  • “..Just in the week it’s been installed, I already see many bees flying around. I look forward to it really coming into its fullness.“

    —Alisa G.

  • “A five star review! Melissa was very down to earth and knowledgeable. Best part is, my garden will come back year after year. Low maintenance for the win!”

    —Rachel S.

  • “We love all of the color and life Melissa brought to our garden!”

    —Lydia R.

Who
we are

“Gardeners don’t have to do a big conversion to a native landscape. Every native plant helps. It’s a matter of awareness for the future.”- Doug Tallamy, author of Nature’s Best Hope.

At Bee Native Gardens, we take a balanced, realistic approach to gardening. We see the potential in your existing space and thoughtfully select native plants that truly belong.

Nothing excites us more than hearing our clients notice monarchs, native bees, and other pollinators visiting their gardens.

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