TikTok and Reels are saying chaos gardening is in. Apparently, you just toss a bunch of seeds into the yard and see what happens. It’s giving cottagecore-meets-dumpster-fire. Sure, it’s exciting in a “what could possibly go wrong?” kind of way – but we’re more into landscapes that age like wine, not like mystery leftovers.
Let’s not throw the baby (or the Black-eyed Susans) out with the bathwater. There’s a kernel of genius in all that chaos – the craving for a wild, natural look that feels less “garden party” and more “meadow at golden hour.” And we’re here for that energy! We just prefer to plan it.
Here Enters Intentional Wildness
Imagine a garden that looks like nature just happened to be incredibly stylish. Like it dressed itself in layers of texture, color, and seasonal interest, and then casually threw on a pair of native grasses as a scarf. That’s the sweet spot. Wild but thoughtful. Loose but luxe.
This isn’t new for us. We’ve been studying and designing with this philosophy long before it became a trend. The key is making a garden feel immersive and effortless – even though it’s anything but.
Creating a Garden that Looks Effortless Without Leaving It to Chance
At R&R, we take our chaos with a side of strategy:
- Plant communities that thrive together (no divas allowed)
- Layered textures that shift through the seasons (because your garden deserves an outfit change)
- Design that invites exploration (and maybe a few Instagram worthy moments)
Yes, it looks effortless. No, it didn’t just grow like that.
So What’s the Point?
If you’re craving that naturalized look – the kind that feels a little less buttoned-up and a little more soul-stirring – we can get you there. Just know we’re not scattering seed packets like confetti and hoping for the best. We’re curating chaos with a planting plan, not just vibes.
Because gardens can be wild and stunning.
And to be clear – we love anything that gets people outside and planting things. Gardening is good for the soul. We’re just here for the elevated version. The one with structure, longevity, and a little less ‘surprise, it’s all cosmos.’
