We assist Asheville residents in achieving their edible gardening dreams through education, consulting, and garden design.
If growing fresh food for your family while supporting wildlife habitats is your goal, then we are here to help!
Services
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Consulting
When you are ready to get your edible garden dreams off the ground, our one-hour consultation is the best place to start. Beatrice will come to your location, walk the land with you, discuss your needs and goals, and suggest design elements. She will also help you analyze which species will thrive in your space, avoiding the mistakes that often frustrate new growers. This consultation is a rapid-fire way to jump-start your growth process.
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Design
As a certified permaculture designer, Beatrice offers her expertise in crafting sustainable and regenerative landscapes. With a deep understanding of ecological principles and a keen eye for design, Beatrice specializes in transforming spaces of up to one-quarter acre into thriving, harmonious ecosystems. Whether you seek to establish an edible garden, create a resilient homestead, or design a lush urban oasis, Beatrice can create customized designs that integrate diverse elements such as food forests, water catchment systems, and companion planting. With her guidance, you can realize your vision for an abundant, self-sustaining landscape that not only enhances biodiversity but also provides long-term ecological benefits.
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Coaching
Introducing Garden Coaching, a personalized and results-driven approach to addressing issues in your existing edible garden space. Whether you're struggling with pests, nutrient deficiencies, or poor yields, Beatrice provides expert guidance through on-site visits. She'll conduct a thorough assessment of your garden, analyze soil health, and identify plant stressors. Beatrice will guide you through sustainable practices such as integrated pest management, soil amendments, crop rotation, and companion planting, empowering you to achieve a thriving and abundant garden. Let Beatrice guide you towards gardening success and create a sustainable and fruitful space you can take pride in.
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Homestead Tours
If you are just starting on your gardening journey, seeing an established urban homestead in action can be an inspiring and eye-opening experience. This service offers you a chance to tour Beatrice’s garden, during the tour she will talk through the basics of permaculture design, introduce you to unique plants, and offer you the chance to take home perennial plants of your choice.