Eco-Friendly Gardening

 Cultivating Knowledge.   Inspiring Growth. 

Restoring Landscapes.

 Planting Native Plants.

Guide to Gardening Naturally

Native Plants: The Secret to a Thriving Landscape

Discover how native plants can transform your garden into a haven of biodiversity!

stephen pryce lea

Sustainable Landscapes

International Horticultural Director Stephen Pryce Lea promotes a chemical-free, sustainable, wildlife-friendly approach to gardening.

Over 36 years in public gardens, horticulture, and management. An operational style that educates and informs students, volunteers, and guests of all ages.

Stephen hosts tours, workshops, and public speaking events. Schedule a consultation below.

 

Garden Chats

Native
Plants

Explore their Role in Supporting Environmental Resilience

Sustainable Landscapes

Creating an Eco-Friendly Garden in Urban Spaces: A Step-by-Step Guide

Beneficial Maintenance

Balance Ecosystems for a Harmonious Environment

Wildlife Gardening

Transform Your Garden into a Wildlife Haven and Welcome Nature Back Home.

Native Plants for Sustainable All-Season Gardens

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Fall Gardening

Consider wildlife during fall gardening activities: Limited maintenance, aggressive weed, and seed dispersal control.

winter gardening

Winter Gardening

Fall is the best planting season for planting in low-rainfall areas. Native tree care and planting in dormant months.

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Spring Gardening

Embrace the arrival of spring native plants with light seasonal care and leaf mulches, and begin irrigating in dry spells.

summer gardening

Summer Gardening

Reap the benefits of a balanced habitat, experience wildlife, manage a woodland or wild-meadow garden>>

What people are saying..

Stephen delivers a fun and engaging class filled with enthusiasm and energy, making the learning experience both enjoyable and memorable. What truly sets him apart is his passion for sharing his vast horticultural knowledge and experience, which he brings to life through captivating storytelling.
Sarah Greenwood

Stephen’s classes are truly a highlight of my visit! His passion for horticulture shines through in every lesson, and his storytelling makes complex topics easy to understand and enjoyable to learn. He has a gift for connecting with his audience, blending humor, practical advice, and fascinating personal experiences. 

Swamp Milkweed Seeds

Michael Rivers:

Lifelong Gardener,
Master Plantsman, Enviromentalist.

Invasive plants threaten much of the Northeast landscape, and native plant species are displaced.

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