About us
Welcome to Garden.eco!
We're here because we love growing things and helping others grow too. Whether you're new to gardening or have been tending beds for years, this space is built for you.
It all began with a simple idea: take the mystery out of gardening and make it something anyone can enjoy. Some of us grew up with gardens in our backyards. Others, like Judy, found their way to gardening through an unexpected path. After years as a florist, she started helping at a 76-plot community garden — and something shifted. Growing plants wasn't just beautiful anymore, it was meaningful. Today, she shares that passion with readers who are still finding their own way into the garden.
What We Stand For
Simplicity
Gardening shouldn't require a PhD. We keep things practical and clear.
Passion
We're obsessed with plants. Like, can't-stop-talking-about-compost levels of obsessed.
Sustainability
From heirloom seeds to compost piles, we believe in working with nature, not against it.
What We Believe
At Garden.eco, we keep things grounded. Literally.
We believe that gardening should be simple, not overwhelming.
It should bring joy, not pressure.
And most of all, it should be for everyone — not just experts with acres of land.
We write from real-life experience, not textbooks. We believe in compost piles, mismatched garden gloves, and the thrill of your first homegrown strawberry. We value community, because gardening is better when you share what you've learned. And we care about sustainability, because good gardens grow in harmony with the planet.
Meet the Team
We're a group of gardeners, tinkerers, and plant lovers with different paths but a shared passion for growing. Here's a look at who we are behind the scenes and behind the spade.
JOYCE, Chief Editor
"I hail from generations of farmers, so gardening is in my blood. For over 25 years, I ran a nursery and landscaping business, tested plants, and wrote hundreds of articles about what really works in the garden."
When I'm not gardening: You'll find me birdwatching, paddling through wetlands, or diving into old family recipe books
JUDY
"Flowers have always been my way of slowing down. I started helping in community gardens years ago and never stopped. Every season teaches me something new."
When I'm not gardening: I'm arranging wildflowers, baking pies, or listening to jazz on vinyl
GLENDA
"I planted my first tomatoes over 40 years ago, and I've had my hands in the soil ever since. Gardening grounds me — and keeps my pantry full."
When I'm not gardening: I'm quilting, watching baseball, or making cornbread for Sunday dinners
MARY
"What started as a way to grow healthy food for my family became a deep connection to the land. I love the rhythm of growing and the quiet it brings."
When I'm not gardening: I'm hiking, blending herbal teas, or writing poetry no one's allowed to read yet
BETH
"I learned by doing — and failing — in a garden full of siblings, pets, and plenty of chaos. Now, my own backyard is just as lively, and I wouldn't have it any other way."
When I'm not gardening: I'm baking cinnamon rolls, chasing kids and chickens, or watching old sci-fi shows
ELIZABETH
"Gardening feels like home to me. It's where food, memory, and tradition meet. I love slow mornings in the garden and fast afternoons in the kitchen."
When I'm not gardening: I'm knitting, thrifting for cookbooks, or testing pie recipes
MYKALYN
"After leaving city life, I started a small permaculture farm in the Cascades. I believe growing food should nourish more than just the plate."
When I'm not gardening: I'm making kimchi, walking barefoot in the forest, or playing fiddle around a campfire