About Folly Afield

Gardening isn't just a hobby, it's my lifeblood. From a young age, I was irrevocably drawn to the magic of growing things. Now, armed with a lifetime of hands-on experience and horticultural knowledge, my passion lies creating beautiful gardens for others, in the process helping to heal the planet.

My own 3.5-acre property hums with this mission. A tapestry of native plants unfurls in a vast prairie-inspired garden, while smaller pockets of green embrace our beloved historical Victorian home. This place sings with the wisdom of nature, constantly teaching me lessons of resilience and beauty. And who can resist the joy of sharing these gifts, nurturing Mother Earth and helping people reconnect with nature?

Hello, I'm John, an independent garden design consultant, based near Madison, Wisconsin. I specialize in creating naturalistic, eco-forward gardens, from initial design concept to plant installation and aftercare.

Meet The Team

Finn

Design Studio Companion

Finn, a tail-wagging whirlwind of joy, gleefully keeps us company, occasionally pausing outdoors to leave her mark (and sometimes a few uprooted plants).

Folly Afield client driving tractor with front end loader

Our Clients

Property Owners

Folly Afield clients seated in their rock garden

We craft more than landscapes; we cultivate lasting relationships—with our clients and the gardens we create. We encourage client involvement, from brainstorming garden design ideas and plant choices to digging in and helping install the garden, if they're interested.