Marisa Mercer is a planting designer based in the Pacific Northwest, specializing in creating romantic, naturalistic gardens, with a focus on sustainability.

Marisa started as a gardener, designing and planting from the ground up, and learning through trial and error. She brings hands-on knowledge to her planting designs, and works alongside landscape architects, architects, and homeowners to create garden spaces that are engaging and beautiful year-round.

Photo by Aaron Leitz