A lot of garden designs look good on paper. Jackie’s are designed to actually work — because every decision is informed by over 20 years of hands-on horticultural knowledge and a Diploma of Design from the University of Canberra.
From a front yard refresh to a complex heritage property, Jackie brings together design skill, plant expertise and a genuine understanding of Canberra’s climate to create spaces that are beautiful, functional and built to last.
She works with homeowners, landscapers, architects, strata managers, body corporates and government agencies — and tailors every design to the specific needs of the site and the client.
The starting point for any design project. Jackie will meet you on site to get a thorough understanding of your vision, the existing conditions, and what you’d like to achieve. She’ll take measurements, photographs and detailed notes covering the site’s opportunities and challenges.
Following the consultation, Jackie provides written consult notes summarising the key points discussed. From there, she’ll begin research and design work tailored to your garden.
Jackie’s landscape designs are well-resolved, scaled digital plans that show the full picture — the relationship between buildings, levels and structures; hard and soft landscaping; surface materials; garden beds; and other design features. Each design includes a detailed planting schedule selected specifically for your site, soil and style.
Designs can be scoped for a front yard, back yard, or the full property. Pricing is based on the size and complexity of the site — please get in touch to discuss your project.
The finished plan is ready to hand directly to your landscaper to build from.
For clients who need more than a design — a roadmap for how to care for it too. This service combines a detailed digital planting plan with a site-specific Horticultural Maintenance Plan covering:
Available for private gardens, body corporate and strata properties, and government sites. Pricing is based on size and complexity — please contact Jackie to discuss.
A focused one-hour session — in person or online — to work through specific design questions, assess plant choices, or resolve issues with your garden’s layout and flow. A practical, cost-effective option for clients who need targeted advice rather than a full design.
See your property from a whole new angle.
Terra Solarus offers a drone photography service that gives you a clear aerial view of your property and garden — useful for design planning, documentation, and simply understanding your space in a new way.
Aerial photography is available as a standalone service or incorporated into your design consultation package. Contact Jackie to discuss options and pricing.
Preserving the gardens that matter.
Jackie has developed a specialist service in the identification, recording and documentation of gardens of historic interest. Working across Canberra and the surrounding region, she produces scaled site plans and detailed horticultural records for properties of significance — capturing their character, plantings and layout for future reference and preservation.
This service is available to private clients, government bodies, heritage organisations and strata managers. Each project is scoped individually — contact Jackie to discuss your property and requirements.
Whether you have a clear vision or you’re not quite sure where to begin, Jackie is happy to talk it through. Get in touch and she’ll help you work out which service is the right fit for your project.
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