ecological gardening from the dirt up
From Granddaddy's Garden to Permaculture
I grew up gardening with my Granddaddy using standard methods of 10-10-10 fertilizer and Sevin dust, but over time I developed a profound awareness of the natural world and shifted toward cultivating in harmony with the environment rather than fighting it. I kept gardening everywhere we lived as the army moved us around the country. With the support of my husband and children, I eventually went back to school and earned my AAS in Horticulture with a focus on small-scale food production. My goal was to bridge practice with theory, diving deep into permaculture and organic gardening principles. Now, I dedicate my expertise to helping others grow food in their own backyards in a way that mimics natural processes and gives back to the soil.
Our Philosophy
Soil is Alive
Healthy soil makes healthy plants. We focus on feeding the tiny friends in the ground so your garden stays strong and happy.
Nature Knows Best
We never use harsh chemicals. Our ways are all-natural, keeping your home and food safe for everyone to enjoy.
Growing Together
Nature knows best. We help you use natural patterns to grow lots of tasty, nutrient dense food right in your own backyard.
Our Process
1. Consultation
We meet you where you are in your growing journey with an at-home consultation to discuss your growing goals and take a close look at your space.
2. Design and Report
A custom design tailored to your goals and specific needs of your space with a detailed instructional report to execute your design.
3. Installation
From site prep to planting we can build your garden so it's ready to plant in complete with trellising, soil amendments, mulching and even irrigation, in raised beds or in-ground.
Chemical-Free Garden Solutions
Yield-Focused Garden Design
Maximize your harvest with custom permaculture layouts tailored to your family's needs.
Property Consultations
We assess your property for ecological improvements custom to your growing goals.
Eco-Friendly Maintenance
Keep your garden productive and stress-free with our chemical-free weeding and pruning.
Fruit Orchard Care
Expert remediation of pests and disease using all-natural methods, plus professional planting and pruning services to protect your food.
Hands-On Coaching
Build your confidence with expert guidance on chemical-free growing and seasonal success.
Turnkey Installation
Ready-to-grow setups with quality soil, irrigation, trellising, and local plants for immediate results.
Growing Together
At Dirt Work Gardening we believe everyone should have access to nutrient-dense food and that food tastes better when it's grown together. We welcome you to join our group of local growers to share advice and celebrate every harvest. From seasonal plant sales to learning alongside neighbors at our events, there is always a place for you here. Let’s connect, grow, and build a stronger food community in our own backyards.
Fostering success through community. Our collaborative plant giveaway was a wonderful opportunity to share healthy starts like tomatoes, melons, peppers, and eggplants with local neighbors. Beyond gifting plants, we spent the day answering common gardening questions and providing expert advice on sustainable growing techniques. Pictured here are our own Cass Williams and Amber Rae of The Hazy Daisy Farm, united in our mission to improve local food security.