With spring’s arrival this month, Morgan Hildebrecht, founder of Mayapple Native Landscaping, encourages homeowners to prepare now for a season of growth by investing in native landscaping, soil restoration and thoughtful outdoor design.

“Spring planting allows native trees and plants to establish as the growing season begins, giving them the best chance to thrive,” says Hildebrecht. “It is likewise a prime time to install pathways, retaining walls and other stone features before peak summer heat.”

Serving Lancaster County and surrounding areas, Mayapple Native Landscaping designs rain gardens, meadows and pollinator habitats using native plants and locally sourced natural stone. In all of Hildebrecht’s designs, he aims to create systems that are both practical and visually appealing, blending native plantings with innovative design.

The company is also committed to sustainable employment practices, offering above-minimum wages, a four-day workweek, and benefits that support worker well-being and community resilience.