About Me

Ever felt that moment of pure peace in your garden, when the whole world just... stops? That's what led me to dahlias, and I'm betting that's what brought you here too.

I'm Amy, and like many of you, I started as a backyard gardener who fell head-over-heels for these incredible flowers during those long Covid days. One Instagram scroll turned into a tuber order, then another, and well... now I'm building a flower farm for my retirement dream. (Life's funny that way, isn't it?)

After almost 25 years in defense contracting, I know what it's like to crave that connection with something real, something that grows. Maybe you're feeling it too – that pull toward creating beauty, that desire to get your hands in the soil and watch something magical unfold.

Here's what I've learned: gardening isn't about perfection. It's about growth – messy, beautiful, imperfect growth. Just like life. Some days I'm all "Jesus is in my heart," other days it's more "Satan runs my mouth" (you know those days, right?). But that's what makes this community so special. We're all just figuring it out together.

Fair warning from someone with 30+ years in recovery: dahlias are addictive. But trust me, watching those first buds open? Pure dopamine rush. And the best part? This is an passion we can share.

Whether you're just starting or already have a yard full of blooms, you've found your people here. Let's grow something beautiful together.

With dirt under my nails and joy in my heart,
Amy 🌸

P.S. My four dogs approve this message (they're my unofficial quality control team) 🐾