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Some food lovers thrive in the kitch-
en; others prosper in the garden. For
those of us equally inept in both are-
nas, there’s Soe Harvest. Launched in
2016, the Westminster company pro-
vides garden planning and consulting
services for rookies and veterans
eager to grow—and eat—their own
organic produce. Founder Jessi Burg
typically starts by asking clients two
questions: “What do you like to eat?”
and “How much time do you like to
spend in your garden?” From there,
starting at $125 for a 50-square-foot
plot, Soe Harvest designs your cus-
tom garden, builds it, and advises
you about what and when to plant.
For example, this month Burg rec-
ommends planting perennial herbs,
summer squash, and tomatoes to har-
vest when it’s hot. Soe Harvest also
offers seasonal classes. When winter
hits, clients learn about freezing,
canning, and preserving; in spring,
it’s all about garden bed planning,
including how to create a kid-friendly
patch with fruits and veggies. So even
if you’re not the greatest gardener,
your little sprout can learn to be one.
—MATTHEW VAN DEVENTER
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