Who We Are
Rooted in generations of gardening knowledge, our work is shaped by experience passed down through years of hands-in-the-soil practice. We combine time-honored techniques with a deep understanding of native plants and ecological design to create landscapes that are both beautiful and resilient.
What began as a small, passionate team has grown into a dedicated group of skilled gardeners and designers who share a commitment to thoughtful, sustainable landscaping. Scroll down to meet the people who bring care, expertise, and intention to every consultation and installation.
Meet the Team
Meet the Team
Angela Johnson
Partner
What is your favorite native plant?
Spiderwort (Tradescantia virginiana)
Angela is the founder and partner of Belladonna Plant Care and serves on the board of the Native Plant Society. Her work is rooted in a deep commitment to native ecosystems and the communities they support. Inspired by prairie-style design, Angela brings a thoughtful, ecological lens to every project. Outside of work, she enjoys a good cup of coffee and walks in the woods in search of native ground covers. Through Belladonna, she strives to cultivate not just landscapes, but lasting partnerships grounded in respect for the natural world.
Lucille ‘Luci’ Stephenson
Partner
Luci is a partner at Belladonna Plant Care with a background in research, having earned her master’s degree from the University of North Carolina Wilmington, where she is still based. She brings an analytical lens and thoughtful curiosity to her work, with a particular interest in xeriscape gardening and a coastal modern aesthetic. Luci is passionate about integrating native plants into everyday landscapes and finds joy in the research that supports resilient, place-based design. When she’s not working, you’ll likely find her at the beach with a book in hand or tending her own garden alongside her chickens.
What is your favorite wild animal?
Literally any native bird, maybe a laughing gull. Actually, a laughing gull.
Elizabeth ‘Beth Ann’ Fogal
Communications & Design
Beth Ann leads communications and marketing at Belladonna Plant Care while pursuing her degree in horticulture, with a focus on seed studies and cut flower gardens. She serves as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication throughout each project while helping organize and support the team behind the scenes. With a background in floral design, she brings a creative eye and a love of working with stems, texture, and seasonal blooms to everything she does. When she’s not crafting content or studying plants, you’ll likely find her rock climbing or enjoying a sunny day with her cat, Agnes.
What is your favorite wild animal?
Opossum, baby!
Yvette Robinson
Partner/Ornamental Consultant
Yvette Robinson is a partner at Belladonna Plant Care and a legacy gardener with more than 40 years of hands-on experience. Deeply knowledgeable in ornamental plants, seasonal timing, and thoughtful plant selection, she brings both intuition and expertise to every landscape. Yvette is often the team’s go-to for even the trickiest plant questions and generously shares new maintenance techniques that strengthen the entire crew’s craft. When she’s not in the garden, you’ll likely find her cooking a beautiful meal and spending time with her dog, Nico.
What is your favorite native plant?
Coneflower (Echinacea)
Janet Palmer
Vegetable Garden Consultant
What is your favorite wild animal?
Racoon
Janet Palmer is a legacy partner at Belladonna Plant Care with more than 40 years of gardening experience. She brings deep knowledge of edible gardening and produces an impressive harvest from her own land each growing season. Janet is the team’s go-to for designing seasonal food gardens and shares invaluable expertise in soil remediation and techniques that support healthy, productive crops. When she’s not in the garden, you’ll likely find her watching songbirds with a cup of tea in hand.