The ALDER Vision
Every decision we make on the landscape has an impact on our environment. Whether designing a backyard garden or restoring a wetland, we harness the solutions provided by nature to create eye-catching landscapes that support biodiversity and are resilient to climate change.
Why the name ALDER?
Alder trees are some of the most resilient species in the Pacific Northwest. After a disturbance, they’re the first to return to the landscape to repair the soil and re-create the conditions that other species require to grow. They are the natural healers and workhorses of our ecosystems, making these trees the perfect mascot for our company.
Our areas of expertise include climate
change adaptation, ecological restoration,
invasive species management, and restorative landscaping
Who is ALDER?
Lindsey Haist
Ecologist and Landscape Designer
Lindsey is a Vancouver Island born Restoration Ecologist and Landscape Designer. She combines a strong understanding of ecology with a passion for designing landscapes that restore nature on the West Coast. She started ALDER in 2018 to offer property owners an alternative to traditional landscaping. Lindsey works mostly behind the scenes on to design and coordinate ALDER’s installation and maintenance projects.
Andi Krabbe
Landscaping & Restoration Technician/Media Manager
Andi is currently completing her B.Sc in Biology at VIU. She has a passion for connecting with people and nature, and works both on the ground and behind the scenes with Alder. She brings a decade of plant experience to the team, and has worked in plant care for more than 6 years with a great understanding of permaculture. In her time away from Alder, you’ll find her volunteering at local restoration events and working in her own garden.
Ronny Lekx
Landscaping & Restoration Technician – Summer Student
Ronny is a dedicated environmentalist, who is currently undertaking a BSc Majoring in Chemistry at Vancouver Island University, with a specialization in Environmental Chemistry. Through his agricultural experience and post-secondary education he has developed a keen interest and passion for a career in environmental remediation. As such, he aims to be at the forefront of restoring a rapidly changing and challenging environment. In his work with Alder, he brings a positive, uplifting attitude and shares his broad experience, impeccable work ethic, and willingness to learn, from the soil upwards.
