Gardens of Eatin'

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Your Trusted Partner for Ecological Landscaping Solutions

At Gardens of Eatin, we are dedicated to creating sustainable permaculture communities that leave a lasting positive impact. With decades of agricultural experience, our team specializes in ethical and ecologically sound landscape solutions tailored to the Asheville, North Carolina area. Our services span from fruit gardens and permaculture orchards to holistic edible gardens that integrate fruits, herbs, and ornamental plants. We guide clients through every stage, from consultation and design to installation and maintenance, ensuring thriving, multi-purpose ecosystems. Our mission is to help individuals reconnect with the earth by transforming personal spaces into regenerative paradises.

By leveraging natural elements, we design flourishing landscapes that align with each clients unique resources and goals. Our expertise in native pollinator gardens, soil regeneration, and sustainable practices ensures long-term environmental and aesthetic benefits. We pride ourselves on personalized service, combining professional results with a relaxed, client-focused approach. Whether revitalizing suburban yards or establishing food forests, we deliver solutions that balance functionality, beauty, and ecological responsibility. Our commitment to local food systems and community sustainability drives every project we undertake.

Services

Edible Gardens Permaculture Design Native Pollinator Gardens Soil Regeneration Landscape Maintenance Fruit Orchards Mulching Services Erosion Control

Highlights and features

We offer decades of agricultural and permaculture expertise.
Our designs integrate food, beauty, and ecological regeneration.
We prioritize organic, locally adapted landscaping methods.
Our team provides personalized service from consultation to maintenance.
We focus on Ashevilles unique environmental and community needs.

What people say

Fast. Efficient. Courteous. Great pricing Transformed my yard Knowledgeable team Relaxed, no-pressure approach

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Services

Edible Gardens

We design and install edible gardens that combine fruits, vegetables, and herbs for sustainable homegrown food production. Our approach integrates soil health, water conservation, and pollinator-friendly plants to create low-maintenance, productive spaces. Clients receive tailored plans that maximize yield while enhancing ecological balance.

Permaculture Design

Our permaculture designs mimic natural ecosystems to create self-sustaining landscapes. We assess soil, climate, and client goals to develop regenerative systems that include food production, erosion control, and biodiversity. This service ensures long-term environmental and aesthetic benefits through thoughtful, science-based planning.

Native Pollinator Gardens

We cultivate native pollinator gardens that attract bees, butterflies, and birds while supporting local biodiversity. These gardens use regionally adapted plants to ensure resilience and low maintenance. Clients benefit from enhanced ecosystem services like natural pest control and improved plant pollination for surrounding landscapes.

Soil Regeneration

Our soil regeneration services restore degraded land through organic amendments, composting, and erosion control techniques. We focus on building nutrient-rich, water-retentive soil to support healthy plant growth without synthetic inputs. This process improves long-term landscape productivity and environmental sustainability.

Landscape Maintenance

We provide ongoing maintenance for ecological landscapes, including pruning, mulching, and seasonal adjustments. Our practices prioritize sustainability, using organic methods to preserve soil health and plant vitality. Clients enjoy thriving, low-maintenance spaces that align with their environmental values.

People

Anna Timmerman

Owner/Chief Shoveler

Anna Timmerman is a certified permaculture designer and ecological landscaper with extensive experience in organic farming and sustainable design. She founded Gardens of Eatin to bridge the gap between ornamental landscaping and regenerative practices, focusing on local food systems and community sustainability in Asheville.

Questions

What services does Gardens of Eatin’ offer?

We specialize in permaculture design, edible gardens, native pollinator gardens, soil regeneration, and landscape maintenance tailored to Asheville’s environment.

Do you serve areas outside Asheville?

Our primary focus is Asheville, NC, but we may accommodate nearby regions based on project scope.

How do your services differ from traditional landscapers?

We prioritize ecological sustainability, integrating food production and regenerative practices over purely ornamental designs.

Can you help with small-scale backyard projects?

Yes! We work with properties of all sizes, from suburban yards to large-scale food forests.

Do you offer maintenance after installation?

Yes, we provide ongoing maintenance to ensure your landscape thrives long-term.

How are your pricing structures determined?

Costs depend on project size, complexity, and materials, with transparent quotes provided upfront.

Reviews (7)

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Kim Dinan

Oct 27, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
We hired Gardens of Eatin' to turn our driveway into a patio and garden and they did not disappoint. Their vision of what the space could be was more than I could've imagined and we are so thrilled with how it turned out.

Anita Carlson

Jul 31, 2021 Report

My daughter and I were so happy to have picked Gardens of Eatin landscaping with Vanya and her excellent crew, to create our special meditation garden. It just glows with peace and serenity, with flowers and herbs to attract birds butterflies and bees. Her wonderful crew took special care with each plant and stone placement, that I know a lot of love went into it. Thank you so much so much for your wonderful energy and my beautiful garden.

Alexandra Bearsnaxx

Feb 15, 2021 Report

Garden of Eatin provided excellent services for my personal home garden aesthetic. I highly suggest trying their organic and sustainable approach to landscaping where they utilize native plants / pollinators to creatively shape the versatile landscape surrounding my personal space. I am happy with their professionalism and how they conduct business. The rates are incredible and they even offer to help with your budget so it feels very personalized. The sustainable aspects that the Gardens of Eatin crew offer range from orchards to community gardens and they work efficiently. My experience with

Ed & Cory Butler

Jan 23, 2021 Report

What a pleasure it was working with Anna to curate and plan our edible yard! She helped us bring in pollinators so that our gardens would flourish and they sure did. I cant recommend her enough if you are looking for someone who is professional, knowledgeable and able to work within a budget. We cant wait to have her back again!

Katie Kaminkow

Jan 19, 2021 Report

Gardens of Eatin has treated me and my property very well over the years. They designed a useful edible landscape using natives and pollinators at the beginning. It has been installed in a phased timeline that is sensitive to my budget. It's been installed over the years and seasons. They have been great with maintenence as needed when I am unable. I hope more people go with enviromentaly minded small buisnesses like this one. Big thank you to the team.

Mary Flay

Dec 19, 2020 Report

Very versatile business. Anna and her team were able to start my family on our journey to growing food. As well as a native/pollinator ornamental install for curb appeal in the front. They designed and installed edible gardens and a small orchard. They also taught us how to tend it ourselves, freely giving knowledge on self sufficiency. Also teaching us all about maintaining our ornamental installs. Thankful for GOE!

Christine Flay

Aug 05, 2020 Report

After seeing their work at my daughter in laws house, I was so impressed, we hired her for consulting. We already had some food growing and some ornamentals. She was able to tell us how to better manage and expand with a 2hr consulting session. I walked away feeling confident in both food and flowers. Looking forward to working with Anna more.