Garden writer and speaker
Journalist covering design, ecology, and the ways plants shape how we live
Garden writer and speaker
Journalist covering design, ecology, and the ways plants shape how we live
Writing
Inspiration
Writing
Writing about gardens, lifestyle and travel for media outlets nationwide
Speaking
Inspiration
Writing
I've enjoyed speaking at The Northwest Flower and Garden Festival, to Master Gardeners, the National Wildlife Federation, and the FarWest industry conference.
Inspiration
Inspiration
Inspiration
Keep up with the latest on plants, design, and wellness (1-2 x month).
My story
A garden writer and speaker based in Seattle, WA, I explore the many ways nature shapes our lives. I believe in the power of gardens to connect people with nature, support biodiversity, and strengthen communities.
My work appears in Better Homes & Gardens, Horticulture, The Seattle Times, and American Gardener, among others. I also write garden and wellness columns for Washington state newspapers and enjoy covering lifestyle topics, from travel to home design.
After years as a reporter and producer in fast-paced newsrooms, I combined my journalism with a lifelong love of gardening. I studied landscape design at The New York Botanical Garden and worked in nurseries in both New York and Seattle, experiences that continue to inform my writing.
My writing has been recognized with four Gold Medals from Garden Communicators International. In the community, I'm a content consultant for Pacific Horticulture, serve on the board of the Northwest Horticultural Society, and am a trained Master Composter/Sustainability Steward with Seattle's Tilth Alliance.
When I'm not writing, speaking, or gardening, you'll usually find me exploring Seattle's streets and nearby trails — and yes, I will want to meet your dog.
Upcoming & Recent Events
Bridging the Seasons: Garden Color from Summer's End to First Frost
Cascade Water Alliance Webinar August 4, 2026
Seed Snails Workshops
Cascade Gardener Series, Make your own seed snail at Bellevue Nursery August 14, 2026
How we Relate to Plants and Why We Buy Them
Far West Conference, August 26, 2026
Beyond the Hype: Targeting Trends that Matter
Far West Conference, August 26, 2026
Past Events
Garden Wanderlust: Water-Wise Inspiration from France, Italy, Mexico, and Beyond
Webinar, Cascade Water Alliance, February 3, 2026, 7:00 pm PST
Your Garden as Habitat: Easy Wins for Pollinators and Wildlife
In-person at Gray Barn Nursery June 26, 2026
Go for the Bold: Tropical Looks for NW Gardens
Webinar ,Cascade Water Alliance June 9, 2026
Futurescaping: Ancient Wisdom meets Tomorrow's Gardens
Point Defiance Flower Festival June 6, 2026
Climate-Ready Gardens
Vashon Garden Club April 24, 2026
Media
Photography
My photography is featured in The Seattle Times, American Gardener, and Noelle's Johnson's excellent book, "The Water-Smart Garden: Techniques and Strategies for Conserving, Capturing, and Efficiently Using Water in Today's Climate... and Tomorrow's."
Expert Advice
What a joy to be included with other passionate gardeners in this fabulous book by Mary-Kate Mackey and Kathleen Brenzel!
I'm also honored to be a regular garden commentator for Axios Seattle's news site.
Video Production
I helped produced the final two installments of Pacific Horticulture's video series on the Climate-Ready Plants Trial - what a cool project!
Get your garden inspiration at The Gardener's Path
DOSES OF DESIGN, BIG IDEAS, AND NEW PLANTS!