Under the deep blue skies of Australia, where the seasons are harsh and the landscapes untamed, I found my love for plants. An endless curiosity for how they grow, how they shape the world around us, and how they bring us together.

Now based in the United Kingdom, I bring those early influences with me, weaving them into a practice that blends design, horticulture, and storytelling. As a garden designer, horticulturist, and journalist, my work is grounded in a deep respect for nature and a belief that gardens are more than spaces—they are living, breathing expressions of who we are, rooting us in the places we belong.

Through The Gardener’s Lodge, I create and share gardens that feel abundant with life: places where naturalistic planting reigns, wildlife is welcome, and sustainability is the foundation. My design philosophy is simple—gardens should offer both beauty and belonging, a patch that connects us back to the rhythms of nature.

The Gardener’s Lodge is also a space for stories: of gardeners, of plants, of the small everyday moments that bind us in something larger than ourselves. Through writing and design, I hope to inspire others to see their gardens not just as a patch of lawn, but as sanctuaries of creativity, learning, ecology, and enduring joy.

- Mykal Hoare (Founder)