Garden Coaching & Planning
Garden Coaching & Planning
You don't have to figure out your garden alone.
Whether you're starting your first garden, trying to make better use of your existing space, or simply aren't sure what to plant where, Melanated Eden can help you create a plan that works for your space, your goals, and your growing conditions.
Our Garden Coaching & Planning Service is a personalized 60-minute consultation designed to help take the guesswork out of gardening and give you the confidence to move forward.
During Your Session, We Can Help With:
🌱 Garden Goals & Planning
We'll talk about what you want from your garden—vegetables, herbs, flowers, pollinator plants, container gardening, or a combination.
☀️ Sunlight & Growing Conditions
We'll look at the amount of sunlight your space receives and discuss which plants are best suited for those conditions.
🪴 Plant Selection & Placement
Get guidance on choosing plants and determining where they are most likely to thrive within your space.
🌿 Containers, Raised Beds & Garden Spaces
We'll help you determine how to make the best use of the growing space you have available.
🌱 Soil & Growing Considerations
We'll discuss soil, drainage, plant spacing, and other considerations that may affect the success of your garden.
📋 A Plan for Moving Forward
You'll leave your session with clearer direction about what to plant, where to plant it, and the next steps for bringing your garden together.
Your Garden Coaching Summary Is Included
Following your consultation, you'll receive a personalized Garden Coaching Summary based on what we discussed during your session.
Your written summary may include:
- Your primary garden goals
- Recommended plants or plant types
- Suggested plant placement
- Sunlight and growing-condition considerations
- Soil, container, or raised-bed recommendations discussed during your session
- Priorities and suggested next steps
Your Garden Coaching Summary gives you something to refer back to as you begin putting your garden plan into action.
Investment
60-Minute Garden Coaching & Planning Session — $90
Choose the consultation option that works best for you:
Virtual Consultation — Included
Meet with Melanated Eden virtually and receive personalized garden coaching from the comfort of your home.
On-Site Consultation — +$15
Let us come to you so we can see your growing space firsthand. On-site consultations are available within our 15-mile service radius. Select the On-Site Service add-on when scheduling your appointment.
Before Your Appointment
To help us make the most of your consultation, please be prepared to share information about your garden goals, current plants, growing space, and any challenges or questions you'd like to address.
For virtual appointments, photos or video of your growing space may be helpful.
Please Note
Garden Coaching & Planning is a consultation and planning service. Physical garden installation, planting, extensive soil preparation, and ongoing garden maintenance are not included.
Need hands-on help after your consultation? Ask us about our Garden Planting & Setup Service.
Melanated Eden
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