The HortiCoach
We can all agree these are challenging times, particularly economically. We are all making careful decisions about investing our resources. For some, this might mean taking on tasks we would normally pay someone else to do and, although we are capable and happy to provide the labor, we lack the inspiration and guidance necessary for the best outcome.
If looking at your property is overwhelming, either because it is raw and untouched or what you see is unknown to you, enter The Horticoach! Your coach for all things horticultural, helping you to affordably create a great landscape and gardens on your Arizona property. This includes Yavapai County and the cities of Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, Dewey-Humboldt, and the surrounding areas.
Hi! I’m Dusty, The HortiCoach. I am a second generation Arizona native, born in Prescott. For the past 40+ years, I have worked in the nursery and landscape business here, except for a few years in the Pacific Northwest.
I earned a bachelor’s degree from Northern Arizona University in Plant Biology and Taxonomy (native plants), and a Master’s degree from the University of Denver in Natural Resources Management. I am a certified Permaculture Designer (Oregon State University) and an Arizona Nursery Professional.
My passion is providing affordable consultation and design for local gardeners, landscapers, and nurseries to overcome the challenging issues of the area and be more successful and satisfied with their gardening and landscaping efforts.
My favorite areas of focus are:
Efficient and Conservative Water Use and Rainwater Harvesting
Using Permaculture Concepts to Help Protect Properties From Fire, Wind, Noise, etc.
Teaching Organic Gardening, Including Composting, Manures, and Vermiculture (Worms)
Using Native Plants and Other Drought-Tolerant Species for Restoration and Conservation
Building Garden Accessories Such As, Potting Benches, Work Benches, and Storage Sheds Through Reuse, Recycling, and Repurposing
Teaching Homeowners Landscape Maintenance and Proper Pruning Techniques for Healthy Plants and Fruit Production
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