Collected Layers Garden Design

Mike trained as an Estate Gardener and Stylist at Cornell Farm in Portland, Oregon. He started independently designing and building gardens shortly after. Mike moved home to New York in 2023, expanding a repertoire of styles that include edible, ornamental and indoor gardens.Homebase: Ridgewood, QueensHometown: Bellport, Long IslandWe design ecologically crafted gardens that grow in meaning over time—not decorative objects, but evolving relationships between people, plants, and place.Approach

• Soil-First Design - we begin with soil health, the foundation for thriving, resilient gardens
• Time-Based Planning - gardens designed for decades, not just installation day
• Ecological Performance - your garden improves soil, manages water effectively, supports biodiversity, and creates microclimates

Structured Process - clear phases prevent costly mistakes and create better long-term outcomesCraft + Knowledge — fine gardening expertise combined with ecological systems thinking