The Velvet Bee — Garden Consultant, Beekeeper, Organic Gardener in Boise, Idaho
Garden Consultant. Beekeeper. Organic Gardener.
Organic Gardening
A productive organic garden begins with living soil. The Velvet Bee shares sustainable practices such as homemade composting, minimizing tillage, and avoiding pesticides to support healthy plants and flavorful, nutritious food.
Pollinator Garden
A well-designed pollinator garden is a living ecosystem. I'll help you choose plants that bloom in succession, attract bees and butterflies, and create a space that feels as wild and beautiful as nature intended.
Beekeeping Classes
My beekeeping classes will cover all aspects of responsible beekeeping, from proper hive inspections and colony health to understanding queen-right colonies and recognizing the signs of a healthy, thriving hive. Whether you're a beginner or looking to expand your beekeeping knowledge, you'll gain practical skills, hands-on experience, and a deeper understanding of the fascinating world of honeybees. Learn, grow, and discover the rewards of keeping bees.
From Gravel to Garden
Before
After
This garden began as a blank gravel space at my former greenhouse.