My philosophy

I believe in creating gardens where nature can thrive. This means supporting plant health from the soil up, providing habitat for pollinators, selecting plants appropriate for our climate, and pruning carefully and considerately. I have a responsibility to care for and promote the ecological health of the gardens I work in, and I strive to learn more every day.

Expert Tree Pruning

Precision pruning promotes tree health, safety, and aesthetics, ensuring your trees thrive and complement your garden naturally.

Sustainable Garden Care

Tailored maintenance focused on native plants, pollinator-friendly gardens, and soil health to foster biodiversity and resilience.

Ribes sanguineum (red flowering currant)

I specialize in:

Structural and Aesthetic Pruning

Small-to-medium size trees up to 15′ tall, especially fruit trees.

Garden Maintenance for Soil Health and Productivity

Keep your garden thriving year-round: mulch, compost, organic amendments, rainwater capture, and landscaping for biodiversity.

Edible, Pollinator, and Habitat Gardens

Create outdoor spaces that support pollinators and reduce environmental impact.

Garden Coaching

I’ll be your garden guide and cheerleader if you want to do some of the work!

My Work: Before and After

About Me

My name is Carolyn and I am a gardener and horticulturist with a passion for trees and California native plants. I have worked on organic farms in California and the East Coast, as well as tree nurseries and landscaping companies in the Bay Area.

Education:

  • In progress: A.S., Arboriculture, Merritt College
  • Aesthetic Tree Pruning course series, Merritt College Pruning Club
  • Hands On Aesthetic Pruning Seminar
Carolyn pruning a camellia in Oakland CA

info@wildwaypruning.com

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