We can make your garden dreams become reality
From designing a small backyard oasis to developing plans for a self-sufficient family homestead, we provide the expertise to guide your journey.
Discover a world of possibilities
With twenty years of experience growing organic vegetables, medicinal herbs and flowers, I know first-hand how gardens can transform our lives. I believe everyone should have a garden whether it is a beautiful spot in your backyard to relax, or the empowerment of growing your own food. Starting out can feel overwhelming but I’m here to help you through it. I love incorporating native plants and diversifying beds for maximum pollinator habitat. After years of providing growing advice to friends and acquaintances, I’m excited to formally launch a set of services to the greater Rochester area.
Services
Online Consultation
Are you new to gardening or recently bought a new home and don’t know where to start? I can walk you through evaluating your site, identifying plants that work best for your needs, and recommend a plan and support for continuing care. We’ll meet for an hour over zoom and I will draft up a garden plan to improve your site.
In-Person Consultation
If you live in the greater Rochester area, I would love to walk through your site and discuss your needs. I will help you evaluate potential garden locations based on soils, shade, and existing infrastructure. You will receive a custom assessment with design ideas, plant recommendations and trusted suppliers, and continuing care.
What’s Included
We will walk through your existing garden and identify trouble areas and new ideas. I will draft a report with observations of your current landscape and areas for improvement. With your feedback, we will finalize a plan that works best for you. Here is what is included in the report:
- Site Evaluation: Analysis of environmental factors like sun/shade, soil type and topography, infrastructure – proximity to water, electricity, paths, etc.
- Plant Analysis: Identification of existing plants, their health, suitability for the site, and recommendations for moving or removing them.
- Design Recommendations: Ideas for new and/or improved garden beds, suitable plants, walkways, and ways to manage trouble spots.
- Actionable Advice: Specific tips for plant care, suppliers/installers, pest management, and ongoing maintenance
Contact
The best way to get in touch is by email or sending a message using the form. Tell me a little about your garden needs and goals and we can set up an initial consultation. I respond to all inquiries within 48 hours.
tenderfootflora@gmail.com
