Simple Plant Design
Clean planting compositions shaped by the site and architecture.
Experienced Austin Landscape Consultant & Designer
Cynthia helps homeowners make clear decisions about plants, layout, shade, water, lawn reduction, and installation support across Austin and Central Texas.
30+ years of landscape & garden experience
Capital Area Master Naturalist
Certified Master Composter
Central Texas plant & soil knowledge
About Cynthia
Central Texas landscape design shaped by decades of local experience
Cynthia is a longtime Austinite whose work is rooted in plants, wildlife, Central Texas weather, and how each homeowner actually uses the garden.
She studied zoology at UT Austin along with fine arts and botany, ran a landscape crew for 16 years, and brings that practical field judgment to consultations, full designs, and installation support.
Her experience spans contemporary, traditional English, Tuscan, xeriscape, naturalistic, cottage, pollinator, pocket prairie, herb, vegetable, and dog-friendly gardens across Austin and Central Texas.
Meet CynthiaLearn more about her Austin garden background, plant training, and practical site experience.Services
Landscape design, consulting & installation
Experience with contemporary, traditional English, Tuscan, xeriscape, naturalistic, cottage style, pollinator, pocket prairie, herb, vegetable, and dog-friendly gardens.
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From concept sketches to detailed plans, creating outdoor spaces that fit the house, the site, and the way you want to use the garden.
- Garden layouts
- Planting plans
- Plant selection
Consulting & Coaching
Expert advice on plant selection, turf problems, lawn reduction, and sustainable gardening practices.
- Plant advice
- Soil health
- Water conservation
Design & Installation
Help keeping the plan intact as plants are sourced, placed, substituted, and installed.
- Project management
- Quality plant sourcing
- Installation oversight
Cynthia can help with one focused site visit, a full landscape design plan, or support as the garden is installed.
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Garden styles
Garden styles for Austin homes and landscapes
Cottage, formal, native, xeriscape, and naturalistic gardens can all work in Austin. Cynthia's job is to make the style fit the soil, shade, architecture, water, maintenance, and the way you want to use the garden.
Xeriscape
Contemporary design using native plants.
Traditional
Classic garden structure with balanced planting and durable materials.
Naturalistic / Wildlife Friendly
Layered planting that supports pollinators, birds, and seasonal movement.
Cottage Style
Soft, abundant planting with informal texture and color.
Reduced Lawn
Plant-forward landscapes that reduce turf while keeping the garden useful.
Historic
This brick walkway was originally in poor shape, so the old bricks were removed, reset on a new base, and re-installed.
Tuscan Style
Warm, structured planting and materials with Mediterranean character.
Container Plants
Container compositions that bring planting detail to patios, entries, and small spaces.
Portfolio
Landscape Design Ideas for Austin Yards
See how Cynthia uses planting, stone, shade, lawn, water, and proportion to shape Austin gardens that feel settled and cared for.
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