Dig in, Grow Wild, &
Nurture Something Beautiful

At the heart of our work is a passion for nature and a commitment to nurturing growth—in gardens and in life. We’re here to help you cultivate a vibrant outdoor space that feeds you and the world around you, all while inspiring a deeper connection to the earth. Whether you’re new to gardening or looking to elevate an existing space, our range of services and expert guidance are designed to support every step of your growth. Explore our services, join us on own gardening and homesteading journey, and let’s get growing together!

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What We Do

  • For wherever you are in your gardening journey. We offer personalized coaching, garden design, or full installation for those looking to start, plant, maintain, troubleshoot, or grow a vegetable or herb garden.

  • Custom garden design or installation of new spaces or maintenance of existing native landscapes to support pollinators and other native wildlife. We can also help you incorporate a native space into your existing landscape.

  • Environmentally friendly landscape design, installation, or maintenance. Sustainable landscaping can involve increasing the use of native plants in your existing landscape, removing invasives, improving soil health, installing rain gardens, or switching to sustainable materials.

  • Custom design and installation of a garden you can eat. Edible landscape include fruit trees & bushes, vegetables, herbs and more.

  • Just looking for care and maintenance of an existing landscape? We got you!
    Maintenance can include weeding, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, seasonal clean-ups, plant removal, and more.

  • Elevate outdoor spaces with a custom built greenhouse or garden beds.

  • Looking to entertain your nature loving friends or family members with a plant centric night of fun? We offer a variety of classes on herbal medicine, gardening, and crafting with plants.

  • Going on vacation? No need to fear! We can keep your garden or house plants thriving while you’re away!

  • Learn how to compost or have a custom composting system installed at your home.

  • Start your own small, urban homestead with extra guidance from someone who has been there, done that.

Check Out all that we do!
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Hi! My name is Rachel!

I fell in love with gardening and plants while working alongside my grandmother in her backyard flower garden as a little girl. I’ve always been a bit of a nature nerd. I’m incredibly passionate about sustainability, the great outdoors, and all things local grown. My love for gardening really began to take root after the COVID-19 pandemic. I stuck my hands in the dirt, planted my first seeds, and have been hooked ever since. I’ve spent the last six years learning everything I can about growing veggies and herbs, how to use plants as medicine, and how to grow native, sustainable, and edible landscapes. Now I’m looking to share that love, passion, and knowledge with you.

Credentials

  • Master Gardener Trainee - Penn State Extension

  • Wild Cherries Herb School Graduate - Stonefruit Community Herbalists

  • Design Basics for Residential Landscapes - Penn State Extension

  • Coursework in sustainable gardening, fall & winter gardening, cut flower gardens, matrix planting, creating mini meadows, spring bulbs, conifer gardens, native shade gardens, seed starting, vegetable gardening, and more.

In the Garden

Dive into a space where nature, nurture, and community grow together. Our blog is your go-to resource for inspiring gardening tips, holistic wellness insights, homegrown recipes, and behind-the-scenes stories from our team. From seasonal planting guides to mindful living practices, each post is crafted to help your garden—and your spirit—blossom. Join us as we share our passion for all things green, and let’s cultivate a brighter, more beautiful world together.

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I never thought I’d be a gardener.
I never thought I’d be a gardener.

Never.

For one thing, I was a firm believer that I had a black thumb. What’s the point in gardening if everything you touch dies?

Reminder to step outside and breathe.
Reminder to step outside and breathe.

It’s just one of those days.

One of those days when I didn’t get enough sleep, my body doesn’t feel up to par, work is stressful, and I’m all around struggling.

I know exactly what will bring me back to Earth when I can feel the frustration, anger, and tears mounting: stepping outside and just being with nature.

Meet the Team!
Meet the Team!

Hey Pittsburgh area gardeners and plant lovers!

My name is Rachel and together with the help of my husband Kyler we’re the founders and team that make up our new business launching now - The Pittsburgh Plant Lady.

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“I couldn’t have done it without her.”

I’ve never gardened a day in my life. Thankfully, I had Rachel in my corner. She shared all her knowledge, tips, and advice with so much patience and enthusiasm. She truly gave me the confidence to start my first garden. I couldn’t have done it without her expertise and support. - Carrie M.

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