about me

Hi, I’m Claire — a gardener, cook, and creative soul finding beauty and purpose in every season.

For me, gardening is more than a hobby. It is a way of living in rhythm with the earth, of creating spaces that nourish, inspire, and connect. From a single seed to a full garden in bloom, every part of the process reminds me that growth is always possible.

At Balsamroot Urban Farm, I share my love of growing food, planting flowers, and crafting a life rooted in creativity, sustainability, and joy. Whether you have a sprawling backyard or a small city patio, I believe anyone can cultivate a little piece of magic.

I’m so glad you are here. Let’s plant, grow, and dream together.

About Balsamroot Urban Farm

Balsamroot Urban Farmhouse began in April 2023 with a simple dream — to turn a dusty, forgotten city lot into a thriving garden and a place of beauty, abundance, and life.

When I first arrived, the land felt tired. The front and back yards were dry and empty, with no birds in the trees, no butterflies on the breeze, just dust and weeds. Little by little, I began the work of restoration — pulling up old landscaping, clearing space for growing, and planting seeds of change.

I started by sowing flowers in the front yard to welcome back pollinators and bring color and joy to the space. That first summer, I built a small vegetable garden and even tucked in a little pond, where fish now swim among the water plants. Every season, the land has given more back — richer soil, buzzing bees, songbirds returning to the trees, and fresh food from our backyard.

The soil, once dry and depleted, is now alive with worms and nutrients, ready to nurture the gardens we are growing for the seasons ahead.

Balsamroot Urban Farmhouse is always evolving. With every new planting and every new season, the dream grows — a garden full of flowers and food, fruit trees bending with the weight of harvest, chickens roaming under the sun, honeybees, and one day, a greenhouse to stretch the growing season even further.

This little patch of earth is a reminder that even in the the city, life can flourish. Growth is always possible, and beauty is always within reach.

Join the Journey

Balsamroot Urban Farmhouse is a place where small spaces grow big dreams — and where every seed planted is a step toward greater sustainability, self-reliance, and joy.

Here, you will find practical gardening tips, DIY projects, seasonal recipes, and inspiration for creating a more rooted, resilient life. Whether you have a backyard or a windowsill, growing your own food is an act of empowerment — a way to nourish yourself, care for the earth, and reclaim a piece of your independence.

I would love to hear your stories too — the gardens you are building, the skills you are learning, and the ways you are cultivating beauty and strength right where you are. Whether you are just starting out or deepening your growing journey, you are welcome here.

Let’s grow together, build resilience together, and reconnect to the simple, powerful act of cultivating our own food and future.

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