About
Hi! I’m Raizy, your garden guide. My aim is to set you up for a lifetime of gardening success!
I am passionate about helping people discover a love for growing things and am here to help you start your own backyard garden.
I firmly believe there's no substitute for the satisfaction you get from harvesting the fruits of your own labor. When you grow your own food for yourself and your family, you are nourished in a whole new way.
For this reason, my approach is one of guidance, not execution. Which means that unlike other gardening services, I don’t offer complete garden setups and I won’t do the work for you, but will guide and empower you to develop a personal connection with your garden. Together, we will build a strong foundation so that you build confidence in your ability to grow plants, herbs and vegetables and very soon you will discover your own green thumb.
I am no horticulturist or botanist, or any kind of expert. I am a self-taught gardener, who through lots of trial and error, loads and loads of research, and the help of nature, has managed to grow some beautiful, bountiful gardens in my own backyard. If you want the same, you are in the right place!
I am here to support every step of your gardening journey, so grab your shovel and let’s get started!
Fun Facts About My Gardening Journey
Early Beginnings: My gardening journey began at the age of two, alongside my mother, sparking a lifelong love for watching things grow and spending time in nature.
Dream to Reality: Despite a little hiatus in my gardening activities, the dream of cultivating my own garden persisted through the years, leading to experimentation with small container gardens.
First Steps: The transition to a 'real' garden started with a single garden bed, where I embraced trial and error!
Learning Curve: My second year of gardening was dedicated to research and planning, resulting in an expansion of the garden and a notably successful harvest, marking a turning point in my gardening.
Expansion and Success: The garden grew further in size and beauty in the following year, leading to an even more fruitful and satisfying gardening experience!
Continuous Learner: Four years into my gardening journey, I continue to immerse myself in learning all there is about gardening, always seeking new knowledge!
Simplicity is Key: Despite the overwhelming amount of conflicting gardening information, I advocate for a simplified approach to gardening, making it more enjoyable.
Sharing the Joy: Gardening is not just a solitary pursuit; I love involving my daughter in the gardening process, making it a cherished activity we enjoy together.
Humble Expertise: While I may not consider myself an expert, my journey has equipped me with valuable insights to assist others in reaching their gardening milestones.
Philosophy of Gardening: Embracing simplicity and ease in gardening practices, I strive to demystify gardening, making it accessible and fun for everyone involved.