Design. Flowers. Learning.
Good Friend Ecological Gardens is a place of connection and discovery in the heart of Niskayuna, NY. The gardens we create are what happens when environmental stewardship and responsible design reshape the relationships between people, place, and planet.
Bring the Gardens home though Good Friend’s garden design service, our seasonal flowers, or plan you visit to the Good Friend Learning Garden to view nature up close.
Get Growing with Good Friend
Garden Design
Whether a residential or commercial site, we can work with you to create a beautiful, sustainable, and biodiverse garden. With Good Friend, you’ll learn more about the world right outside your door and grow in your understanding of ecological stewardship. Best of all is Good Friend’s hands on approach to client coaching; clients can visit the Good Friend Learning Garden during summer and fall to learn as they grow. Learn more.
Flower Shop
Buying local never looked so good! Fresh from our cutting gardens in Niskayuna, Good Friend’s flower shop features seasonal bouquets, perfect for any occasion. Flowers available June 12 - Sept 13, 2026. Learn more.
Learning Garden
Our Learning Garden is unlike anywhere in the Capital Region. With ornamental and edible gardens, pollinator and predator habitats, and cutting gardens, the Garden is a place of discovery. Book your visit to explore its habitats and deepen your connection to nature’s rhythms. Open Fridays and Saturdays, June 12 - September 26,62026. Learn more.