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Creating Inspiring Spaces Since 2016

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Brian Wildeman, Owner & Lead Designer

Brian Wildeman discovered his love for the outdoors at an early age while helping his grandparents tend to their garden. The Evansville native pursued his passion for creating within nature at Purdue University, earning a degree in landscape horticulture with design.While attending college, he worked part-time in the research greenhouses, learning about plant germination, life cycles, varieties, nutrient and watering needs, and the importance of research. As a senior, he studied at the University of Hannover in Germany, which exposed him to horticulture practices from around the world.Following graduation, Brian worked as a landscape designer in Chicago for three years, creating designs for expansive estates, urban spaces, and public properties. This experience in a major metropolitan market refined his design skills and expanded his understanding of diverse landscape challenges.In 2006, Brian and his wife returned to their Evansville roots, where he continued building his career in landscape design. Since that time, Brian's fresh style, innovative approach, and impeccable eye for design have earned him recognition throughout the region.

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The Wilde Difference

Wilde Horticulture offers a talented, experienced, and knowledgeable team that understands the importance of creating unique, inviting, and memorable spaces. Our team appreciates both the big-picture aspects of a well-designed space and the importance of the details that make each project exceptional.We see the potential in any space and treat every project as special and unique. That means taking the time to understand your aesthetic, how you want to use the space, and your long-term vision – then passionately bringing it to fruition. We deliver creative solutions for any place or space – inside or outside, large or small, permanent or temporary – and always strive to exceed expectations.

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Our Commitment

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Quality & Craftsmanship

Every project receives our full attention to detail, from initial concept through final installation and beyond. We use only the highest quality materials and plants, ensuring lasting beauty and value.

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Innovation & Creativity

We stay current with industry trends while maintaining our unique creative perspective. Our team regularly attends professional development programs and trade shows to bring fresh ideas to every project.

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Sustainability

We prioritize environmentally responsible practices, including native plant selections, water conservation strategies, and organic maintenance options when appropriate.

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Client Partnership

Your vision drives our work. We believe in collaborative relationships, clear communication, and exceeding expectations at every step.

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What they say about us

Wilde Horticulture is top notch! After we put in our pool, we were left with a completely bare back yard. Brian and his team were able to finish our back yard better than we could have imagined. We told them what our budget was and they took care of the rest; Delivering a space we absolutely love!
Whitney M.
Wilde Horticulture has been a phenomenal partner with the Downtown Evansville Improvement District for many years, helping with year-round lighting initiatives that add vibrancy and increase safety, and helping to create special holiday memory making experiences. Thank you, Brian and team!
Andam T.
Downtown Evansville Improvement District
We have had the pleasure of working directly with brian wildeman for the past 12 years. He has done beautiful large urn planters for us [andi he has picked out and installed unique boulder bubble rocks. His thoughtful design accommodated our desire to walk around our home and through our landscaping via ledge rock path and steps. He has remedied our tremendous watershed issues with beautiful countermeasures land he designed and completed a beautiful mailbox complex for us. We always look forward to working with him on all of our projects.
Brandy T.
Wilde did a fantastic job landscaping around our pool, bouldering a retaining wall and creating an amazing stone walkway —exactly as I wanted! Great communication, they worked efficiently and made the space beautiful and brought my vision to life. Thanks Brian and team!!
Christine P.
I have used Brian and crew several times. I love their loose natural aesthetic and their ability to incorporate native plants. Very creative and professional design and installation, and they offer ongoing maintenance as well.
Anne B.
Wilde has done a great job with all of our landscaping projects. They are highly skilled at envisioning and creating a plan that works with the natural landscape of the site. They also do an excellent job of working with their clients to develop and install the plan while staying within the budget constraints. I would highly recommend Wilde Horticulture.
Ryan M.
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