Welcome to

Plantswoman Design

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Designer, Writer, & Speaker

Susan Calhoun

A “Plantswoman,” by definition, is someone with a passion for plants and their cultivation. Susan Calhoun, president and principal designer of Plantswoman Design, is just that: someone passionate about plants and their cultivation.  An avid gardener in her own right, Susan is continually on the hunt for noteworthy and unusual plants that make an otherwise ordinary landscape stand out from the rest. You can see that passion in her designs and in her writing.

Susan strives to connect people to their gardens and the natural world around them, providing spaces to entertain, unwind, play and work the earth.

Project Spotlight

Mid-Century Modern Garden

After a sensitive remodel transformed this beautiful mid-century house, its owners refocused on the garden. Overgrown and shady, it nevertheless had splendid long views across Puget Sound to the Seattle skyline.

The house entry was the first challenge. A cluster of randomly placed vine maples (Acer circinatum) originally flanked the walkway to the home’s beautiful wood and glass porch; but the path itself was just a series of stepping stones in bark that headed straight for the door.

We wanted to create a sense of wonder and exploration here, with firmer footing and lighting.

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Want to see more?

Your garden should be a place of rest and renewal for you and your family. Partnering with Plantswoman Design will make this a reality.

Fine Gardening Magazine

Susan is a regular contributor to Fine Gardening Magazine.  Head over to www.finegardening.com to see more from Susan's work and expertise.

Let Susan and Plantswoman Design help you with your garden!

Address: PO Box 10505, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Phone: 206.842.2453 or 360.394.2453
Email: info@plantswomandesign.com