ABOUT MILLY

Milly’s passion for gardening began in childhood, shaped by countless hours spent tending her Nan’s garden on their farm in Kaharoa, Rotorua. Surrounded by vibrant colours and an abundance of plants, she developed a deep love for the natural world an influence that has stayed with her ever since.

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That early connection to nature is now the heart and soul of Milly’s business. Her love for working with plants shines through in every garden she cares for across Rotorua. With a genuine eye for detail and a deep respect for each space, Milly treats every garden as if it were her own.

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Through hard work, care, and consistency, Milly has built strong, trusting relationships with her clients.

Creating beautiful, healthy gardens and seeing the joy they bring to the people who live in them is what drives her and remains at the core of everything she does.

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Guided by a commitment to sustainable landscape design, Milly creates gardens that regenerate the land while fostering harmony between people and their surroundings. Her design philosophy focuses on crafting meaningful outdoor spaces that bring people together and encourage a deeper connection with nature.

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Milly holds a Diploma in Landscape Design a National Certificate in Horticulture, and in 2024 was awarded the Yvonne and Dudley Lorimer Memorial Scholarship in Horticulture.

She is also an associate member of Registered Master Landscapers New Zealand and a member of the Garden Design Society of New Zealand, Milly brings a fresh, contemporary approach to every project.

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By blending technical expertise with creative flair, Milly designs gardens that are both beautiful and functional. Always staying up to date with best practices and emerging trends, she ensures every space is inspiring, sustainable, and thoughtfully tailored to her clients.

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In loving memory of her Nan, Jean Branson, Milly donates a portion of proceeds from her landscape design packages to the Alzheimer’s Foundation, supporting dementia awareness and research.

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Most recently, Milly was a guest on Muddy Boots, Australia’s top-rated gardening and landscaping podcast, where she shared her gardening journey.
Click the link below to listen.​
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3HcNATkGuHLj5jq3KPf8Y7?si=k7q_yRf9R5y7mLMAgcUvAw