PLANT NURSERY
CONSULTING
LAND STEWARDSHIP
CONSTRUCTION

Founded in 2004, we’re a team of artists, scientists, and builders who care deeply about the places where we live and work. From gardens to public parks to entire watersheds, we are a local expression of a global movement to restore and regenerate landscapes in ways that bring human culture and ecological systems into harmony.

About Us

  • Plant Nursery
    We cultivate and sell "more-than-organic" native, edible, and medicinal plants at our retail center and for custom grow clients. Many of these plants are sourced from local genetic populations or varieties specifically suited to thrive in our local climate. We also offer direct plantings out of our nursery.

    Art and Design
    We are an artist-led business that has developed our own creative process over the past two decades. We build site models, hand draw, paint, and sculpt concepts in our studio to envision the projects we build.

    Landscape Construction
    We specialize in building outdoor spaces of all sizes, from small residential gardens to expansive public parks and ecological restoration projects. By using regionally appropriate plants and materials, we create spaces that are functional, beautiful, and environmentally responsible.

    Landscape Stewardship
    We are committed to the ongoing care and management of outdoor spaces. Our stewardship efforts focus on enhancing ecosystems, fostering biodiversity, and maintaining the health of the landscapes we oversee.

    Ecological Consulting
    We offer master planning , ecological monitoring, spatial analysis, expert witness testimony, and more. We frequently bring in outside expertise to ensure our clients have the specialists they need for their projects.

    *We are not New York State licensed design professionals and do not offer services that require professional licensure. Some projects we work on require these services and in such cases our clients contract directly with trusted engineering, architectural and surveying companies .

  • Founded in 2004 by Bryan Quinn, One Nature’s earliest projects were art and design competitions, ecological consulting gigs, and small garden installations. From the start, our work has been informed by a global perspective and grounded in respect for local wisdom, culture, and habitats of our bioregion. Since then, through teamwork and support from our community, One Nature has grown into a full-service, ecologically regenerative hub for regional institutions, governments, and people.

    Our name — One Nature — reflects a simple, yet profound idea that has been overshadowed by modern times: people and ecosystems are not separate. A sustainable future depends on recognizing and strengthening those connections through the care of the landscapes they are built upon.

    Today, we’re a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to building a more sustainable, kind, and interconnected world. With decades of experience, a strong ethical foundation, and a deep commitment to ecological and social integration, we strive to bring that vision to life in every project we undertake.

  • At One Nature, we help create living spaces that support both people and the environment. Our approach is personal and adaptable, focusing on hands-on work, thoughtful planning, and long-term care. Whether it’s a backyard garden, a city park, or a larger master planning project, we start by learning about each place and each client’s vision.

    From there, we develop practical, site-specific strategies. That could mean planting native species, earthwork, or improving how water moves through a space. Some projects focus on restoring lost ecosystems; others simply make a home garden more vibrant and welcoming. No two sites are the same, so we approach each with flexibility and care.

    For those who want to take a more active role, we offer garden coaching. Our garden coach can provide guidance on planting, pruning, soil health, and seasonal care—giving you the tools and knowledge to make your own space thrive.

    We also have a plant nursery that sells a selection of regionally appropriate native, edible and medicinal plants through our retail program. These plants are chosen to support pollinators, biodiversity, and long-term resilience. Whether you’re a home gardener or a professional, we can help you find the right options for your project.

    And because gardens are the slowest form of art, we stay involved as needed—offering stewardship services to help maintain healthy, thriving spaces well into the future.

    At its core, our work is about helping people connect with the places they care about, while creating healthier environments for everyone.

    • Blair Patterson, Senior Advisor

    • Bonnie, Studio Dog

    • Brian Diescher, Environmental Technician

    • Bryan Quinn, Principal (click for bio)

    • Carlo Rossi, Environmental Technician

    • Jesse Stacken, Garden Coach

    • John Moss, Design/Build Supervisor

    • Liam Bregman, Environmental Technician

    • Mathew Osborne, Environmental Technician

    • Melissa Hammel, Nursery Associate

    • Naomi Conti, Environmental Technician

    • Patrice Washington, Administrative Assistant

    • Ricardo Luqueño, Senior Associate

    • Sergei Krasikov, Special Projects Manager

    • Sharron Brown, Associate

  • We reject the greenwashing that’s become all too common in landscape construction. Sustainability isn’t about trendy labels or surface-level fixes—it’s about long-term ecological health, material responsibility, and social equity that holds up over generations.

    We focus on using bioregionally sourced materials like locally quarried bluestone, hand-gathered fieldstone, native hardwoods such as oak and black locust, and regional gravel. These choices reduce carbon emissions while shaping a distinctive, grounded aesthetic: structured yet expressive, restrained but alive. Our work integrates closely with surrounding buildings, creating unified spaces that function as part of both the natural and built environments.

    Planting native, edible, and medicinal species is central to what we do. We aim to bring back some of the ecological diversity and dynamism that existed in this region before large-scale land disruption. That means restoring habitat, creating microclimates to help buffer climate change, and occasionally using assisted migration—introducing plants adapted to future conditions in our region.

    We approach invasive species with a clear-eyed, realistic mindset. While we work to reduce them, we recognize that many have become permanent parts of the ecosystem. Our focus is on supporting native plant communities while acknowledging that perfect removal isn’t always possible or beneficial.

    When appropriate, we conduct botanical inventories—qualitative and sometimes quantitative—to track plant diversity and habitat health before and after project work. These assessments guide our approach and offer clients real information about the impact of their landscapes.

    Our commitment extends beyond ecology. As a certified B Corp, we support an equitable workplace where many of our team members identify as women or non-binary—still rare in our industry. We prioritize minority- and women-owned vendors and recognize affordable housing as an essential piece of sustainability. We actively steer new development projects toward regenerative or less damaging outcomes whenever possible.

    We never use chemical fertilizers or herbicides. Everything we do relies on organic practices that protect soil, water, and public health.

  • Nursery: plants@onenaturellc.com

    Studio: info@onenaturellc.com

    New client inquiries: link to form

    Jobs: link to application and listings

    • Arm-of-the-Sea Theater

    • Ash Creek Conservation Association

    • Beacon Hebrew Alliance

    • Brooklyn Greenway Initiative

    • City of Beacon

    • City of Bridgeport

    • City of Stamford

    • Etsy

    • Glynwood

    • Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP

    • Hudson Highlands Land Trust

    • Hudson Highlands Nature Museum

    • Hudson Hills Montessori School

    • New York City Department of Environmental Protection

    • New York City Economic Development Corporation

    • Roots and Wings Village

    • Safe Harbors of the Hudson

    • Super Law Group

    • The Foundry Montessori School

    • The Randolph School

    • Trout Unlimited

    • Ulster County Soil and Water Conservation District

    • Vassar College

    • Village of Upper Nyack

    • Westchester Land Trust

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For two or three years, we stopped selling plugs in our nursery because, frankly, we can make more money selling gallon and quart containers. The consequence, however, was that many of our customers couldn’t afford the herbaceous material we ha
We work hard to keep our nursery’s prices as low as possible so we can achieve our mission: getting healthy, native, edible, and medicinal plants into the hands of as many people in our community as possible. Keeping prices low isn’t eas
Golden hour photos from our demonstration garden. We have over 120 species (and counting) of plants! Built entirely from small-sized container plants and using low cost materials, this garden is designed to showcase many affordable options that help
5 Things About Foxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon digitalis) 1. It is a nectar station. The tubular white flowers attract native bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it an important nectar source during late spring and early summer. In flower es
We just received a new shipment of pawpaws (Asimina triloba) at the nursery. Often called North America’s largest native fruit, the pawpaw is a truly remarkable tree. It belongs to the custard apple family (Annonaceae), a mostly tropical linea
We retrofitted this shade garden with a stepping-stone entry leading to a bluestone spiral patio, all without disturbing a single existing plant. The spiral unfolds subtly, beginning with larger stones and gradually transitioning to smaller pieces as
Everyone should know about the work being done by @newburgh_sanctuary at the Sanctuary Healing Gardens on Crystal Lake, and beyond. Newburgh Sanctuary is “a BIPOC centered healing garden rooted in love, justice and care for the earth. Transform
This year, One Nature celebrates 10 years as a Certified B Corporation. So, what is a B Corp? Certified B Corporations, or B Corps, are companies verified as meeting standards for social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountabili
Today we set up the cloud forest for its fourth season! We built this installation to create an approximately 100x100 foot mist layer in a public park’s grove of black locust trees. Its cooling in the hot summer, and an immersive sensory experi
Its peak Spring and we have so many plants waiting for you! Stop in today and support some of our independant growers working to provide local plants from local seed for our local ecosystems! By choosing locally grown native plants, you’re doi
We caught our third swarm of the season in our demonstration garden today — this one in a peach tree. Honey bees aren’t native to North America, and we’re careful not to confuse beekeeping with native pollinator conservation. Nativ
New beautiful plants arrived in our nursery from @dragonflynurseries! We are proud to partner with such amazing people growing native plants and using more-than-organic methods.
Great weather for a team day! Since moving in, we’ve been tackling ongoing drainage issues—so today we built a dry creek bed through the nursery. Looking forward to planting and incorporating #largewoodydebris in the weeks ahead. It feels
Design Proposal: Reimagining the Reflecting Pool and Washington Monument This proposal envisions transforming the Reflecting Pool into a living wetland system inspired by organic, curvilinear forms—an ecological intervention that restores habi
The soil is warm and the time is right to bring herbaceous plants to the garden. Luckily, we have you covered. This year we are featuring pesticide-free growers in our nursery, starting the season off with @springhousenativeplants_ .Support small bus
This will look even better when we are done building it—but it already holds its own. “Borrowed view” is the vocabulary word of the day. This music pavilion anchors a nearly complete three-year project, fortunate to draw in views of
Thanks to @padeasla for organizing such an outstanding conference last week along the Delaware’s coastline, highlighting a range of intertidal solutions to rising sea levels. Tours were led by Delaware’s Coastal Resilience Design Studio,
The best gardens unfold slowly—woven together over time as new plants and forms emerge. Travel back with us to last summer (swipe to see). Our client had already spent years establishing their garden, but wanted to layer in new ideas. The earl
In our nursery today: Virginia Bluebell. In the wild, it’s a floodplain and woodland-edge native—think rich, alluvial soils, plenty of organic matter, and reliable spring moisture. You’ll see it thriving along streams and in low, sh