Ecological Coaching & Self-Guided Resources for Intentional Gardeners

Every gardener hears a different call.

Whether you're reclaiming wild edges, sowing your first edible bed, or designing for pollinators and place—The Garden Mage helps you grow a thriving, resilient garden with intention.

What You’ll see from your garden

  • Native plants are well adapted to our local conditions —so you spend less time watering, pruning, and replanting. With thoughtful planning, you’ll have structure, color, and interest through every season.

  • Support 250+ native bee species and over 50 butterflies by planting natives like Douglas Aster—just one plant can feed 74 species.

  • 96% of songbirds rely on caterpillars to feed their young—needing 6,000–9,000 per brood. By planting native host plants, you create the food web birds depend on. In return, you’ll see more nesting, singing, and natural pest control right in your garden.

  • Covered soil, abundant in organic matter and diverse root depths, leads to richer soil, better water retention, and a garden that practically feeds itself.

Meet Your Guide

I bring a background in environmental science and project management—and a love for helping people feel capable in their own gardens. My approach blends structure with observation, giving you a grounded path to grow the skills that matter most to your space.

By working together you will gain skills to:

  • Work with your soil, understanding its texture and chemistry

  • Support the living soil web by fostering microbial activity and nutrient cycling

  • Assess microclimates and choose the right plants for your space

  • Plan for layered diversity that supports a stable ecosystem - from canopy and root depth to bloom time

  • Welcome beneficial insects and practice integrated pest management

  • Make the most of your water - through soil health, and thoughtful plant placement