native, drought-resistant plants
Specializing in custom gardens with
Blending aesthetics, ecosystems and functionality
Our Mission
True Form blends artistic design with horticultural expertise to create gardens that awaken all five senses—inviting people, pollinators, and plants to thrive together. Every project is thoughtfully shaped around each client’s vision and rooted in a deep understanding of the Bay Area’s distinct conditions.
Creating spaces that are true to California's unique form
Samara Tana
Principal Designer
Hi I'm Samara!
As a long time lover of both the natural world and visual art, my aim is to meld both these passions into the spaces I create. I started off as a maintenance gardener, which has given me an understanding of how gardens grow and adapt. To me what's so special about landscape is that it's an ever-evolving piece of art. I have developed a design practice that takes into account all the factors that impact a site in order to create gardens that flourish with every season.
I have a background in fine gardening, permaculture, painting, botany, installation and design.
I obtained an Associates Degree in Landscape Architecture from Merritt College.
