From Romanian Roots to Texas Gardens: A Journey in Growing

I’m Sanda, a teacher and garden enthusiast, creating sustainable and beautiful edible landscapes in SouthTexas. My story began with gardening the rich soil of western Romania, where my earliest memories are filled with helping on my family’s vegetable farm.

From those first seeds planted in Romanian soil to adapting to California’s arid climate, and now embracing the humid challenges of Southeast Texas, each garden has taught me something new. These diverse experiences have shaped my approach to creating resilient, beautiful spaces that thrive in any season.

What I Create

  • Year-round beautiful landscapes that feed both body and soul
  • Sustainable mini-ecosystems that work with nature, not against it
  • Gardens that blend ornamental beauty with practical food production
  • Spaces that celebrate every season with changing textures and colors

Why I Garden As a Christian, I believe we’re called to be faithful stewards of God’s creation. Every seed planted, every flower that blooms, and every harvest gathered reminds me of His abundant grace. My garden is my way of honoring this gift while creating spaces that nourish both land and community.

An Onion in the Soil

What You’ll Find Here

  • Practical gardening advice for Southeast Texas
  • Tips for creating beautiful, edible landscapes
  • Sustainable gardening methods that work with our unique climate
  • Ways to blend ornamental and food gardens seamlessly
  • Stories and lessons from my gardening journey

Let’s Grow Together Whether you’re tending a small patio garden or dreaming of a backyard farm, I’m here to share what I’ve learned about creating beautiful, productive spaces in our challenging climate. Join me in discovering the joy of growing both beauty and bounty in your own piece of Texas.

Happy Gardening!

Suburban spaces are perfect for the amateur gardener who is seeking for a hobby that hits the spot! It is one of the greatest exercise and stress relief methods of all time, and it rewards you not just with a good sweat and endorphins, but also with a bounty of colorful fruits, veggies, and flowers to nourish and enrich your life!