Services

  • Weeding & bed maintenance

    • weeding and removal of invasive species. We can figure out what needs to go, to help our plants grow

    biweekly/monthly service plans

    Seasonal garden cleanups(spring/fall)

    • April brings new growth in MN, and clearing out unnecessary debris helps plants grow. This is also a good time to till in some compost. Fall cleanup includes the removal of herbaceous perennials

      Pruning (shrubs, small trees)

      Mulching

      • Mulching is essential for organic gardening- it suppresses weeds, helps retain soil moisture, and improves soil health. A bit of mulch can make a huge difference in maintaining a garden

      Fertilization/Pest control solutions

      At the end of the day, nature will always have her own plan and sometimes the garden takes a hit.

      Compost and compost teas are effective fertilizers for organic gardening

      And for the deer …

      There are organic solutions for keeping deer and other critters from munching. Having a fence or other enclosure is most effective for low stress vegtable gardening

  • Site Prep

    • Every site has its own quirks and challenges, and every problem, we believe, there is a solution for. Lets begin the next chapter of your outdoor space!

    • Invasive species mitigation if need be

    • Operating with the health of our Lake Superior watershed in mind, we pride ourselves on only utilizing chemical-free processes. Lets get a plan together

      Pollinator Garden Installation

    • Help pollinators by providing food and habitat. A great low-maintenance use of land to enhance ecological value, also beneficial to soil and hydrological systems. An easy yet highly satisfying path to a vibrant garden with diverse textures

    • Gardening with native plants is good for people and the environment :)

    • Native Plants sourced from Shoreview Natives in Two Harbors, MN

      Kitchen Garden Installation

      • Vegetable and herb gardens for culinary use. Container planting of herb arrays makes for an easy kitchen-to-patio selection of ingredients. Salad gardens, radicchio, tomatoes, cucumbers- you name it, I can help you grow it!

      Intentional Plantings

      Companion planting for human & habitat with permacultural guilds. If you have sandy soil and want to grow blueberries or need a privacy barrier, there’s a plant for that. You dream it and we can plant it

      Raised Bed Construction

      Raised beds are a great way to create a visually appealing space. Effective for vegetable/herb gardens kitchen gardens, or add curb appeal with expertly planned flower planters

  • Garden design

    • Extensive knowledge of plant selection for different growing conditions and aesthetics as well as medicinal uses for many. Create a garden that is visually appealing and will also take care of you and yours

    • Organic methods ensure space is safe for children and pets, and hanging out barefoot- and vegetables whole and more nutritious

      Composting logistics for the household

    • Want to get into composting and don’t know where to start? Its easier than it seems with the right plan

      Planning and plant sourcing

      I grow a lot of plants throughout the summer, Shoreview Natives has the best selection of native plants in the area

    • Welded Garden Edging

    • Small-scale Hardscapes(paths, pavers)

    • Container Planting

    • Small painting projects and deck staining