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The Freshman Gardener

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About the gardener

Welcome to my little internet garden. I’m Jenni and I’m so happy you’re here. Gardening can be overwhelming but the great thing is that anyone can do it. And I mean ANYONE! Plants don’t discriminate and there’s no such thing as a black thumb. I’ve killed my fair share of plants as a gardener, but I’ve also grown some amazing and beautiful ones. I can help you get started with what you have, wherever you are. Let’s get growing!

Gardening to me isn’t just a vegetable garden. I don’t even like vegetable gardening to be honest! Give me flowers and greenery all day long. Google and Pinterest have become my encyclopedias when it comes to gardener stuff I don’t know and I’ve tried to compile all the information I’ve learned here on this site. I hope you find the answers you’re looking for and mostly gain the confidence to start gardening.

I am a wife, mother, and retired dental hygienist who needed an outlet after a big move and a worldwide lockdown. During that time I built a chicken coop, bought some chicks, and started digging in the dirt. My plants truly bring me joy (thanks Marie Kondo). I have spent the last 2 years landscaping 2 acres from scratch and have learned so much along the way. Gardening is my passion and I can’t wait to share it with you.

I offer consultations for those who need a guide to getting started. I know you can do it on your own but I get that sometimes we just want someone to help us along the way.

Check out my Pinterest page HERE. I’m always pinning garden inspiration.

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