Services
From first-time gardeners to seasoned experts, we build, plan, plant, and support kitchen gardens that fit your space and your real life.
Growing food at home should feel doable and fun.
I work with families and organizations to design and install kitchen gardens, create personalized layouts and planting schedules, and provide hands-on support through the season—so you feel confident from day one.
Whether you want to get your hands dirty or prefer I take the lead, we’ll tailor the support to your comfort level. Explore the services below, and book a consult when you’re ready to talk through your space and goals.
New Garden Builds
Turn part of your yard into a beautiful, productive kitchen garden—built to fit your space and your real life.
Whether you’re starting from scratch or upgrading an underused corner, I’ll help you go from “where do we even begin?” to a garden that’s set up to thrive from day one.
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A clear, confidence-building plan for your space (layout, placement, and what’s realistic for your goals)
A garden design that matches what your household actually eats
Professional build coordination and installation so it’s done right from the start
Two key planting days: spring planting and summer planting
As much season-long guidance as you need, so you’re never guessing as things grow
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A done-for-you install with the option to learn as we go
A kid-friendly outdoor project that becomes part of your routine
A low-stress, high-reward garden that produces real, nutritious food
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On-site consult and simple site assessment
Design and build coordination (beds, layout, soil, setup)
Spring planting day and summer planting day to set the foundation for the season
Support throughout the growing season (check-ins, troubleshooting, succession planting, harvest timing)
Next Step:
Book a consult and we’ll map out the best next steps for your yard.
Planning & Planting
Get a clear, customized game plan—then plant with confidence.
If you already have beds (or a space in mind), I’ll help you decide what to grow, where it should go, and what to do next—so spring doesn’t feel like a guessing game.
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A crop list to help think through what your household actually eats, which will be the basis for our garden map.
A custom garden layout map so you know where everything fits (see examples below!)
A simple spring–summer planting timeline (so you know what’s next)
Planting-day guidance so everything starts strong
Optional custom irrigation planning/install support (drip line and timers, to take the stress out of watering)
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A garden plan that’s tailored to your space, not generic advice
Higher yields without cramming plants in randomly
A “do this next” timeline that keeps you on track
Help planting the big seasonal moments (spring, summer and fall)
Less overwhelm and more follow-through
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Consult to talk goals, space, and what you want your garden to feel like
You fill out your crop list, and I build your layout map and planting timeline
Planting day support (or planting guidance if you’d rather DIY)
Optional in-season support as things grow
Next Step:
Book a consult and we’ll build your custom plan.
Family Lessons
These lessons make gardening feel approachable and fun—whether you’re brand new or you’ve been growing for years. We’ll learn by doing, right in your own garden.
Get kids (and adults!) outside, learning, and excited about growing food.
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Hands-on lessons customized to your family and your garden
Seasonal skill-building (planting, pruning, harvesting, troubleshooting)
Kid-friendly activities that build confidence and curiosity
Simple routine that makes it easier to keep up with the garden
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Your kids to feel ownership and pride in the garden
A screen-free activity that is engaging and actually sticks
To learn the “why” behind what you’re doing (without it getting too complicated)
Help building a rhythm so the garden doesn’t fall off mid-season
A garden that becomes part of your family life
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If we haven’t completed the items above, we’d begin with a quick chat to meet the family and understand your garden, ages, and goals
Choose a one-time lesson or a seasonal series
Schedule hands-on lesson(s) in your space
Optional follow-ups as the garden changes through the season
Next Step:
Book a consult and we’ll get the conversation started!
Season-Long Support
Maintenance help all season so you’re never guessing at what to do next.
Gardens change fast. I offer practical check-ins and troubleshooting so your garden stays productive, healthy, and enjoyable all season.
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Regular check-ins tailored to your garden’s pace & needs
Help with pruning, trellising, spacing, and soil health
Pest and disease troubleshooting (both a reality of organic gardening.) I’ll provide you with tips and tricks and all-organic solutions.
Succession planting and guidance to keep beds producing all season long
Harvest support and timing help (what to pick now, what to leave.)
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A thriving garden without spending your weekends Googling
Support through the obligatory “messy middle” of the season
Help staying ahead of pests and disease overwhelm
More consistent harvests, longer into the season
A partner to keep things simple and on track
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Consult to understand your garden and goals (if we haven’t done that already)
Choose a check-in cadence that fits your needs (though we can adjust as the season goes)
Ongoing support with clear next steps after each visit
Seasonal pivoting as crops finish and beds change
Next Step:
Book a consult and we’ll figure out what your garden needs!
Irrigation
Watering made easy—so your garden thrives even when life gets busy.
If watering is the biggest barrier (or your schedule makes it tough), I can help design a simple irrigation setup that fits your garden and your routine.
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A watering plan designed around your beds and layout
Drip irrigation support (lines and timers, kept simple)
Full-service install, low-maintenance and cost-effective
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No-stress watering
Consistency during hot weeks and vacations
A setup that’s practical and uncomplicated
Better plant health and fewer mid-summer losses
Peace of mind that your garden won’t dry out
*Note: These simple irrigation systems hooks up to an outdoor spigot. If your property already has irrigation, it is suggested we explore that option first.
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Quick assessment of beds, water access, and needs
Simple plan for an irrigation approach that fits your garden
Install (usually a day or two, depending on complexity)
Short “how to use it” walkthrough so you feel set up
Next Step:
Book a consult and we’ll talk about how best to water your garden!
Group Programs
Garden programming for groups, organizations, and community spaces.
I offer recurring group sessions that blend hands-on gardening with seasonal education—designed to be engaging, accessible, and fun.
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Group lessons tailored to your space, schedule, and participants
Seasonal curriculum options (planting, tending, harvesting, cooking tie-ins)
Hands-on activities that meet people where they are
A consistent rhythm that builds confidence over time, as your group learns a new life skill
Optional support across multiple locations
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A structured program that’s educational, therapeutic and enjoyable
Meaningful outdoor activity that builds skills
Gardening as a wellness, life-skill, or enrichment offering
A partner to run the program, with minimal required input by staff
A long-term relationship that grows with the season
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Quick discovery call about your setting, goals, and group needs
Customized plan depending on session cadence (monthly, biweekly, seasonal series)
On-site sessions with hands-on activities
Next Step:
Book a consult so we can talk about your community!