I am an artist and my canvas are landscapes.

I believe that the most beautiful landscapes are created with edible plants rather than traditional ornamental varieties — or the very least the combination of the two. Landscapes should be able to work for us in a way that is not only truly beneficial for humans, but good for the environment.

As a certified Garden Designer from NYIAD and over 30 years of gardening experience, I have a wealth of training to help clients create a garden that matches their style, experience, and garden goals. Collaborating with a team of expert exterior craftsman, we transform outdoor spaces into flourishing potagers full of rare and flavorful heirloom varietals. My gardening aesthetic is a blend of form and function, inspired by timeless gardens found in European and Persian countries.

I’ve been a gardener my entire life. Growing up on my grandparents farm in Wisconsin, I was nurtured to grow food and create a harmonious relationship with the planet. Now, I envision a world where potagers take center stage and extend beyond raised beds or planters, but to encompass entire landscapes, growing into edible works of art that stimulate the senses and create a sense of inner peace.

So why heirlooms? For me, heirlooms are the most obvious connection to our history across all cultures. Since the dawn of humanity, we’ve needed to eat and the storied history of growing food links each of us with one another throughout time. When we grow for flavor, we’re also getting better nutrition, enjoyment, and creating community in our own neighborhoods.

Edible landscapes are the solution to the ongoing environmental concerns across the globe. My goal is to create a garden design that blends with its natural surround to establish a diverse ecosystem that works above and below the soil line.