Golden Aura Gardens
California Native Plant
Landscape Design
Landscapes That Belong
About Us
At Golden Aura Gardens, we design landscapes that function as habitat. Rooted in the ecology of California's native plant communities, every garden we create is conceived as a living system: supporting pollinators, feeding birds, building soil, and restoring the web of life that belongs here. We specialize in transforming ecological deserts — lawns, ornamental monocultures, and neglected spaces — into purpose-filled gardens: meadows, pollinator havens, wildlife corridors, and serene retreats.
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Our approach goes deeper than plant lists. We design for your specific microclimate, soil conditions, and plant community, selecting regionally appropriate species and sourcing locally, with an emphasis on native ecotypes where available, to build gardens that establish well and thrive within the climate they evolved in.
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The result is a garden that belongs to its place, to you, and to the community of life that depends on it.
Rooted in Berkeley, Working Across California
We bring deep knowledge of Bay Area microclimates, soils, and native plant communities to every project. While rooted in Berkeley, we work with clients across California, adapting every design to the unique climate, soil, and ecological character of the place. Remote consultations available statewide.
Grounded in the Science
Golden Aura Gardens is led by Jessica Golden, a PhD chemist whose research focused on sustainable materials for climate-change mitigation. Alongside her scientific background, Jessica developed a deep passion for habitat restoration and California native plant design. She manages our test gardens in the Berkeley hills and ensures every design recommendation is grounded in ecology, supporting measurable improvements in biodiversity, fire resistance, water use, and landscape health. She is an active member of the East Bay chapter of the California Native Plant Society.
Contact
Let’s Grow Something That Matters
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Beauty is just the beginning. Whether you're ready to replace a lawn, restore habitat, or simply find out what's possible on your property — we'd love to hear from you.
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Not sure where to start?
Take our short garden quiz and help us understand your vision, site, and goals before we meet.
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