About

I have been using ecological gardening methods on my property for many years. Ecological gardening uses fertilizers, seeds, plants, and soil of organic origin such as composted manure and companion planting to deter pests.

I recently decided to help others with their gardening as I transitioned from the spa I opened and managed for 21 years. The spa focused on my own brand of natural organic skin care, makeup, and wellness.

As a child I spent most of my time outside exploring nature and wildlife. I believe we need to help nature restore the balance that humans have damaged.

NATIVE SPECIES GROWTH PROCESS

I am certified in Principles of Native Gardening from the Massachusetts Horticultural Society.

Studied best practices of gardening among hungry mammals.

Attended Ecological Landscapes for Resilient Landscapes Workshop presented Alex Hackman, Director of Ecological Restoration, Mass Audubon

Attended Hands on Soil Ecology Workshop presented by Arthur Siller, University of Massachusetts Amherst extension educator.

All the seeds and plants I germinate are either harvested from my own garden or purchased from a few choice suppliers who use ecological gardening methods and straight species (no cultivars, no nativar) https://wildones.org/resources/nativars/

These seeds provide many benefits to local birds, bees, butterflies, mammals and nourish our ecosystem.  

I am working to obtain as many local native plants in my nursery as possible.  Diversity in native plants and within species provide a valuable ecological benefit.

Mystic Meadows Gardens is a small woman owned business. Behind the scenes my husband David assists me in my mission to better the environment. We are lucky to have a hobby farm were we take in animals that find themselves in need of a new home. These animals provide us with joy, love, surprises, and beauty while they are with us. They also provide us with lots of great manure for our compost.  Mystic Meadows Gardens is named after our first Llama we adopted from the MSPCA he was 14yrs old when he came to our farm. Mystic is picture below