About Us

For us, gardening isn’t just a weekend hobby. It’s part of who we are. We wake up thinking about the weather, the soil, and the sprouts. We fall asleep dreaming of tomatoes, dahlias, and morning glories. The garden is where we laugh, work together, and grow, not just plants, but memories.

Our story began in a small backyard after we moved to a quiet town looking for a slower, more peaceful life. I used to be a graphic designer, always surrounded by colors and patterns, but I longed for something more real, something that grows. Markos worked in tech, solving problems all day on a computer. We both wanted to reconnect, with nature, with each other, with life beyond screens.

So we bought a few pots, a pack of seeds, and dug into the dirt with our kids. At first, we didn’t know what we were doing. We overwatered, planted too early, forgot to prune. But we kept trying. With every mistake, we learned. And with every little success, a sprouting seed, a blooming flower, we fell more in love with gardening.

Arya and Leo were curious from the start. They asked a million questions about worms, bees, and roots. They helped water the plants, pick weeds, and taste the first ripe strawberries. Slowly, our garden became more than just a space with plants. It became our classroom, our playground, our safe zone. The four of us grew into a team, each with a role, each bringing something special.

Now, years later, gardening is our way of life. We grow our own food, flowers, herbs, and even some indoor jungle plants. We’ve built raised beds, made compost, learned about native plants, and even experimented with vertical gardening. Our home is full of green life, and so are our hearts.

We started The Gardenistas as a way to share our story, but also to help others who want to start or grow their own gardens. Whether you live in a small apartment with just a balcony or have a big backyard, we believe everyone can grow something beautiful. You don’t need to be an expert. You just need to start. And we’re here to guide you, support you, and grow with you.

We write blog posts filled with beginner tips, how-to guides, seasonal advice, and lots of inspiration. Everything we share comes from real experience, no fluff, no fancy jargon. Just simple, honest gardening, the way we do it.

We believe in slow mornings, muddy boots, and fresh herbs in every meal. We believe in teaching our kids where food comes from and how flowers bloom. We believe in getting our hands dirty, listening to the birds, and watching sunsets from the garden bench we built together.

And we believe in community. That’s why we’re so excited you’re here. Whether you’re brand new to gardening or have a greenhouse full of plants, you’re welcome here. We want The Gardenistas to be a place where you feel inspired, encouraged, and connected.

Thanks for stopping by. We hope you stay a while, explore our garden stories, and maybe start one of your own.

With love and lots of green,
Barb, Markos, Arya & Leo.