Cheri was an RN who had started staying home to see to the needs of an elderly relative who was living with her and her family. A lifelong organic gardener, she sought to take advantage of her time at home by starting to grow organic produce for sale. She saw the need to get someone involved in the business who had sales experience and asked Teresa, a former pharmaceutical sales representative and current stay at home mom, if she had an interest in working with her. Teresa saw an opportunity to start on a career that had the flexibility she required to be available for her family, and took Cheri up on the idea. From there, as they say, the business grew.
Organic gardening involves growing plants without the use of pesticides and herbicides.
Soil improvement and feeding the soil to keep plants and produce healthy and pest free are the keys to organic gardening. The soil is fed and in turn feeds the plants. Healthier plants are less likely to become diseased or infested with insect pests. Growing, buying, and using organic produce not only helps to keep one's diet free from unwanted and potentially harmful chemicals, but also addresses environmental issues. By not using chemicals on the land, potential contamination to the air, water, and soil is avoided.