About Us
Our Family's Journey
We are a family of 3 in West Virginia with the goal of transforming our 1/3 acre property into a haven of abundance and connection.
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Derek
With master’s degrees in Environmental Science and Project Management, Derek brings the “What” to From Lawn to Table. A lifelong learner, Derek obtained several certificates in sustainable agricultural and permaculture design practices as well as earning his Master Gardener designation from the state of West Virginia. He is committed to helping families create sustainable food production and farming practices with an emphasis on landscape and beauty.
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JJ
JJ brings the “Why” to From Lawn to Table. With degrees in English and Psychology, JJ focuses on the process of connection and meaning. She is also a master of positive reinforcement, praise, and optimism.
She brings curiosity and learning. An elementary school student, she has appreciated various fruits, vegetables and flowers since her toddler years. She reminds us that what we learn and sow can be transmitted for generations, creating a legacy of independence and community.
Together...
Together, we created From Lawn to Table to share our journey of transforming our lawn to a place of community, connection, and abundance. We hope to walk you through our process and share resources and ideas to help you transform your property to abundance as well. Because growing our own food should not sacrifice space for connection.
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What questions should I ask when planning my hedge?
Here at From Lawn to Table, we are big advocates of thoughtful design that incorporate your family's values. The first step in planting involves planning. Here are some questions to consider when planning your hedge: What is the purpose of the hedge? Are you looking...
Happy Planting in the New Year
We at From Lawn to Table wish you a Happy New Year. We have resolved to work on our border hedges in 2023. For those who followed along with our fence saga, we ended up going with a black chain link fence. While this option provides a barrier to keep our dog...
New Year’s Resolutions for Beginning Gardeners
Here are a few ideas for New Year's resolutions for beginning gardeners: Start a small garden: If you're new to gardening, it can be overwhelming to try to start a large garden right away. Consider starting small and gradually expanding your garden as you gain more...
New Year’s Resolutions for Seasoned Gardeners
Here are a few ideas for New Year's resolutions for seasoned gardeners: Try a new gardening technique: If you've been gardening for a while, you may be looking for new ways to challenge yourself. Consider trying a new gardening technique, such as square foot...
New Year’s Resolutions for Gardeners
I am not big on New Year's resolutions per se. The thinking goes that resolving to work on a goal on New Year's often leads to failure as people abandon their goals by February. I get that. A sprinter can only maintain that velocity for a bit. Long-distance...
How to Grow and Care For Holly
Wishing you and yours a Very Merry Christmas. In the spirit of the season, we are going to examine how to care for a popular Christmas plant, Holly. Holly, known for its bright red berries and glossy green leaves, is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western...
How to Grow and Care for Poinsettias
Poinsettias are a popular holiday plant, known for their bright red and green foliage. They are native to Mexico and Central America, where they have been cultivated for centuries. The plant was named after Joel Roberts Poinsett, the first United States...
Why is a Christmas Cactus a Great Legacy Gift?
Imagine a gift that with the proper love and care can survive for decades or longer? No, I am not suggesting gifting someone a tortoise or parrot. These animals require an investment of time and finances. You can't go on vacation without ensuring someone feeds...
Should I Replant My Real Christmas Tree?
Every Christmas season growing up, we visited the Lion's Club Christmas tree lot at Foodland, our local grocery store. A fire burned in a metal drum to warm the attendants, and the smell of pine and smoke filled the air. When choosing our tree, we considered the size...
Hot Pepper Jelly
Three summers ago, we had a particularly cold and rainy summer. Spaghetti squash vines grew up the fence, mingled with the cucumbers, but never bloomed. Mom picked the last of the green tomatoes, and baked oodles of green tomato pies to stock her freezer. We...
The Fence Saga….Suggestions for Making the Best Decision When You Can’t Have Everything You Want
Where is my Fairy Godmother? Oh, right. She doesn't exist. In a perfect world, we would all have infinite resources allowing us to choose the most perfect option. Boatloads of cash, infinite knowledge, and oodles of time. We don't live in a perfect world. Therefore,...
How to Make Time for Projects
Saving money on projects always entails some amount of DIY, which means TIME. Sometimes the short-term negative reinforcement (the momentary pleasure we receive in avoiding tasks) derails us from our long-term goals. Here are 7 of my tried and true tips for...
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