​Nicole has worked as a botanist, wildland seed collector, and CA native plant propagator and works with clients to incorporate California native plants and encourage habitat & biodiversity within their landscapes.  She holds a MA in Teaching from the University of San Francisco and a BA in Environmental Studies & Agroecology from UCSC. She has also worked as a teacher and developed environmental education curriculum. She is a partner in Merlin Arborist Group, a tree care and consulting firm based out of Sebastopol CA.