our story

HOW IT ALL STARTED

A student of art and horticultural flora, I founded evolution plants in 2004 with an intense passion for plant life, and a 1st hand appreciation of how the use of living plants, can not only change the entire aesthetic appeal of a space, but also improve the mental, and physical experience of the people within those spaces… The result?!… Two decades of accessorizing truly exceptional spaces with jaw dropping plant life, and being known for it! With an impressive portfolio of clientele, who have come to call on us by name above all others…I am proud be able to say that evolutionplants is my baby, come of age. At the core of our design principle has always been an appreciation for the progressively simple beauty of plants and the powerful suggestion made by plants and nature… to live! With that in mind, today we continue to evolve in our approach by playfully experimenting with modern elements, and alternative materials, in order to produce forward thinking and durably unique results.

OUR MISSION

Inspired by the vision of our clientele, our mission is quite simply to amplify the spaces for which we design. The overall goal being to craft an experience that enriches not just those environments, but the lives of those within them. Ours is an art form driven by a passionate appreciation for not just plants, but for the truly lasting impact that plants can make when done well!

Michele B. Upshaw

Founder & Managing Member. evolutionplants llc

OUR MISSION

Michele B. Upshaw

Founder & Managing Member. evolutionplants llc

VISION

There is intrinsic value in adding plants and elements of nature into the design of your professional or residential setting. Plants by way of their very presence within a space, suggest permanence, success, and reflect an appreciation for life’s beauty, that cannot be overstated. Plants quite literally impact our very health in the positive. As bio-styling professionals passionately committed to our craft, our goal is quite simply to positively improve the lives of those whom we have the privilege of serving. "One touch of nature makes the whole world kin" – John Muir

VISION

Core principles that shape our work and culture

WE WALK THE WALK

We aren't just people who work with plants, we're enthusiasts, who truly love and value the impact of Mother Nature in our own lives each and every day. This is not just our profession, this is who we are, which is why we say "We don't just talk the talk, we walk the walk". involve plants... invite life