About us
At Soil to Savor Gardening, we believe in the power of nature to nurture, restore, and inspire. Founded with a passion for fresh, organic produce and a deep connection to the earth, we understand the challenges of modern life. That's why we offer personalized, hands-on coaching that simplifies the gardening process, making it accessible and enjoyable for all. We focus on creating gardens that fit your lifestyle—whether you’re balancing work, family, or personal commitments.
Our services go beyond planting seeds; we help build confidence, reduce overwhelm, and foster peace through the act of gardening. We’re committed to helping you grow more than just food—we want to help you cultivate joy, health, and a lasting bond with nature.
At Soil to Savor Gardening, we’re not just gardening experts—we’re your partners in creating the peaceful, productive garden you’ve always dreamed of. Let us help you grow the garden that fits your life.
Our mission
At Soil to Savor Gardening, we educate and empower individuals, families, and communities to create sustainable, thriving kitchen gardens that nourish the body, mind, and planet while fostering lifelong connections to nature. Whether you're a beginner gardener or leading a busy lifestyle, we provide the guidance and support you need to grow a garden that fits your life.
Our vision
At Soil to Savor Gardening, our vision is a community where every family and individual, regardless of their experience or schedule, can connect with nature, grow fresh and chemical-free food, and find joy and peace in sustainable gardening. We strive to inspire a generation of gardeners who prioritize health, sustainability, and a lasting bond with the environment.
I vividly remember being invited over to a friend’s house for dinner during my graduate school days. We were both working toward earning our doctorates in Materials Science and Engineering, and time was a precious commodity. If you weren’t working on your research, you were wasting your time. So when my friend showed me their small, but prolifically producing vegetable garden, I could only think, “Cool... but why would I want to do this when I could just go buy it at the grocery store?”
It wasn’t until after I finished my PhD, got married, and moved several growing zones north to the Capital District of New York that I started dabbling in growing my own food. My first experiment? Hydroponically growing salad greens in our basement. I was hooked. Fresh salad whenever I wanted, with no more soggy lettuce wilting in the back of the fridge? Yes, please.
When my husband and I became homeowners, we built our first raised bed garden and, over time, expanded our garden space year after year. Once I started savoring the fruits of my own labor, I finally understood what all the excitement was about. There’s nothing quite like the taste of fresh, nutrient-dense vegetables that you grew yourself—something you can’t find on store shelves.
Looking back to my graduate school days, I chuckle at my naive thoughts. What I once couldn’t understand, I now passionately embrace. My mission now is to help others experience that same satisfaction—the joy of growing and savoring fresh food from their own soil.
Robyn Seils, PhD
Founder / garden consultant
