Practice tending to the Earth

Achieve your garden and composting goals with the help of an experienced gardening instructor

Garden + Compost Coaching Services

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Each coaching session is based entirely on your personal goals. We will walk through gardening knowledge and methods, discuss your projects and goals and address which parts might be the most challenging, and troubleshoot any obstacles that come up.

Not everyone is looking for landscape installation, especially when seeking a more hands-on experience with gardening or composting. Or perhaps you want to do some parts of the gardening, and hire a landscaper to do the rest. Enjoy the fruits of your labor and save money on the process in a personalized coaching consultation!

What can a garden coach help with?

  • DIRECTION + EDUCATION

    • Identify and make a plan for your current plants and yard
    • Receive tailored feedback on your garden conditions
    • Talk through your unique composting system, if interested

  • PLAN A NEW PROJECT

    • Lay out the steps to achieve a specific vision
    • Plan for and order plants and seeds together
    • Learn about the lowest-cost options, what you can achieve yourself, and when/if you need a landscaping company

  • RESOURCE SHARING

    • Learn about new plants to incorporate
    • Plan out a list of native, food, or decorative plants
    • Choose the nursery suppliers that are best for your goals

Upcoming Earthtender Events

  • Dig In! Gardening 101: Tools, Tips & Techniques

    Saturday March 14 • 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
    @ Aŋpétu Téča Education Center
    1910 County Rd B W, Roseville, MN 55113

    Curious about gardening but not sure where to start? In this workshop, you’ll receive guidance from an experienced garden instructor - from evaluating your yard or porch space to selecting the right plants and materials. You'll learn how to plan your garden layout, explore organic fertilizers and other essential materials, and gain the confidence to begin your gardening journey. Together we’ll address the unique challenges of our local climate and the realities of sharing space with wildlife, so you’re prepared to get growing in your own space this spring.

    $25 • Registration required.

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  • From Scraps to Soil: Composting Made Easy

    Saturday April 25 • 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
    @ Aŋpétu Téča Education Center
    1910 County Rd B W, Roseville, MN 55113

    Composting is nature’s magic trick - turning yard waste, food scraps, cardboard, and other organic bits into rich, healthy soil! Whether you’re brand new to composting or frustrated by a pile that just won’t cooperate, this workshop will set you up for success. Guided by a certified composting instructor, you’ll learn a variety of methods for both indoor and outdoor setups, walk through the key steps and ingredients, and tackle common problems with confidence. There’s no better time to cut food waste and give back to the Earth! Learn how to transform everyday leftovers into nutrient-packed compost that fuels a thriving garden season.

    $25 • Registration required.

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Contact the Garden Coach!

Use this form to start a conversation, or email me directly at earthtendercoaching@gmail.com.