Transform your outdoor space with premium organic solutions and expert guidance from certified horticulturists
Start Your Garden JourneyFounded in 2015 by master horticulturist Sarah Chen, Authentic Gardening has grown from a passion project into Portland's premier organic garden consulting service. With over 20 years of experience in sustainable agriculture and landscape design, our team combines traditional gardening wisdom with cutting-edge organic techniques to create thriving, environmentally-conscious gardens.
We believe that every garden tells a story – one of growth, sustainability, and connection to the natural world. Our mission extends beyond simply growing plants; we cultivate relationships between people and their outdoor spaces, fostering a deeper understanding of soil health, plant biology, and ecological balance. Whether you're a complete beginner looking to start your first herb garden or an experienced gardener seeking to transition to organic methods, we provide personalized guidance tailored to your unique goals and growing conditions.
Our comprehensive approach encompasses everything from soil analysis and plant selection to seasonal maintenance and pest management using only certified organic methods. We've helped over 1,200 families create productive, beautiful gardens while maintaining strict environmental standards. Our commitment to education means that every client leaves with the knowledge and confidence to maintain their garden independently, though we're always here for ongoing support and seasonal consultations.
Authentic Gardening is proud to be certified by the Oregon Organic Coalition and maintains partnerships with local seed companies, composting facilities, and native plant nurseries. We're not just growing gardens – we're cultivating a more sustainable future, one plot at a time.
Enjoy fresh, healthy produce grown without harmful pesticides or synthetic fertilizers. Our organic methods protect your family's health while supporting beneficial soil microorganisms.
Create a thriving ecosystem that attracts beneficial insects, birds, and pollinators. Our native plant selections and organic practices support local biodiversity.
Reduce your carbon footprint with sustainable gardening practices including composting, water conservation, and natural pest management techniques.
Organically grown fruits and vegetables often contain higher levels of vitamins and antioxidants, delivering exceptional taste and nutritional value.
While initial setup requires investment, organic gardens become increasingly cost-effective through reduced inputs, seed saving, and composting programs.
Our organic methods build rich, living soil that improves year after year, creating a foundation for decades of productive gardening.
Comprehensive garden design services including site analysis, soil testing, plant selection, and seasonal planting schedules. We create detailed plans that maximize your space while considering sun exposure, water needs, and companion planting principles.
Professional soil analysis and amendment services to create the perfect growing medium for your plants. We provide custom compost blends, organic fertilizers, and soil conditioning treatments tailored to your specific garden needs.
Environmentally-friendly pest and disease management using beneficial insects, companion planting, organic sprays, and physical barriers. We teach you to identify problems early and address them naturally.
Year-round garden support including spring preparation, summer maintenance, fall cleanup, and winter protection. Our maintenance plans ensure your garden thrives through every season while building long-term soil health.
Hands-on learning experiences covering topics like composting, seed starting, pruning, and harvest preservation. Our workshops empower gardeners with practical skills and scientific understanding of organic growing methods.
Expert problem-solving for garden challenges including plant diseases, poor yields, soil problems, and pest issues. We provide actionable solutions and ongoing support to keep your garden healthy and productive.
Sarah and her team completely transformed our backyard into a productive organic garden. We went from complete beginners to harvesting fresh vegetables and herbs year-round. The soil improvement program they recommended has made such a difference in our plant health and yields.
The organic pest management strategies they taught us have been incredibly effective. We haven't used any chemical pesticides in three years, yet our garden is healthier and more productive than ever. The beneficial insect population has exploded, and our tomatoes have never tasted better.
As someone with multiple food allergies, having complete control over what goes into my soil and onto my plants has been life-changing. The educational workshops gave me confidence to grow my own safe, organic food. My children now prefer our homegrown vegetables to anything from the store.
Their seasonal maintenance program has been worth every penny. My garden looks professional year-round, and I've learned so much about timing and plant care. The fall and spring preparations they do have dramatically improved my growing season results.
The custom compost blend they created for our clay soil worked miracles. What used to be hard, waterlogged earth is now rich, crumbly soil that plants absolutely love. Our water bills have even gone down because the improved soil retains moisture so much better.