The Foodscaper Podcast
The Foodscaper Podcast, hosted by Matt Lebon, explores the growing professional field of foodscaping—designing, installing, and maintaining ecological edible landscapes for clients. Each episode features conversations with professional foodscaping heroes, offering practical advice and uplifting insights for those interested in a career in edible landscaping. The podcast aims to help listeners sharpen their skills and create gorgeous edible gardens.
Episodes
Growing Beyond the Solo Hustle with Katie Carey
Unlock the secret to scaling your edible landscaping business—without burning out. Katie Carey from Columbus Foodscapes reveals how she transitioned from solo operator to managing a thriving team, all while staying true to her core values and passion. If you're dreaming of growth but feeling overwhelmed, this episode will change the way you see team-building, client relationships, and sustaina
How Foodscaping and Agrihoods Are Transforming Community Connection with Tripp Eldridge
Unlock the future of community living through food—where edible landscapes become a powerhouse for connection, sustainability, and healthy neighborhoods. If you're passionate about transforming green spaces into vibrant food communities, this episode is your playbook. Tripp Eldridge, founder of Convivial Foodscapes, shares how he's leading a movement that blends agriculture, community, and design
El Foodscaper en español!
Un miniepisodio del Foodscaper en español! Con Scott Gallant de Porvenir Design, y tu anfitrión, Matt Lebon.
The Secret to Scaling Regenerative Agriculture from Backyard to Hectares
Welcome to another insightful episode of the Foodscaper Podcast! In this episode, we explore the incredible journey of Scott Gallant, co-founder of Porvenir Design, and his deep connection to sustainable design in Costa Rica. If you've ever wondered how to turn a passion for permaculture and ecological design into a thriving business, you're in the right place! Stay tuned for a mini episod
Systems That Keep an Edible Garden Company Running
In this episode, Amelia Barker from Portland Edible Gardens shares insights into managing a long-standing, client-centered edible landscaping business, focusing on systems for soil fertility, client relationships, and team organization. Discover how they keep gardens thriving for over a decade and deliver high-quality service sustainably.Learn more about Amelia and Portland Edible Gardens: www.por
Cultivating Abundance: The Power of Permaculture
In this episode of The Foodscaper Podcast, Andrew Millison, a permaculture educator and designer, shares his journey from landscape design to teaching permaculture at Oregon State University. He discusses the importance of community impact, the balance between personal expression and design in gardening, and the unique aspects of OSU's permaculture program. Millison also addresses common misun
Water Lessons That Changed a Foodscaper's Life
Most people think of landscaping as just planting things. In this episode of The Foodscaper Podcast, Gabriel Hahn, install manager and the 'drummer' of the Custom Foodscaping band, reveals to host Matt Lebon how water, flow, and integrity are the heartbeats of real garden design. If you want to turn water management into impactful, beautiful landscapes—and love staying chill through the ch
The Journey of a Foodscaper with Shlomy Goldman
In this episode of the Foodscaper podcast, host Matt Lebon and guest Shlomy Goldman discuss the journey of creating Regenerative Foodscapes in Rhode Island. Shlomy shares his unique path into foodscaping, the challenges of sourcing plants, the importance of subcontractors. The conversation also touches on innovative landscaping techniques, such as micro clover lawns, and the significance of commun
The Art of Fancy Gardening with Bailey Van Tassel
In this episode of The Foodscaper Podcast, host Matt Lebon and guest Bailey Van Tassel discuss the evolution of kitchen gardening, the importance of defining one's niche in the gardening industry, and the strategies for building a successful gardening business. Bailey shares her journey from designing small kitchen gardens to managing large estate projects, emphasizing the significance of tran
YardFarmer's Sustainable Landscaping Secrets with Daryl Lindsey
In this episode of the Foodscaper podcast, host Matt Lebon sits down with Daryl Lindsey, founder of YardFarmer, to discuss sustainable landscaping, rainwater harvesting, and building a supportive work culture. Daryl shares her journey from marketing to founding YardFarmer, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and ethical business practices. They delve into team management, profit sharing, and
No-dig Gardening with Charles Dowding
In this episode of The Foodscaper Podcast, Matt Lebon explores the concept of no-dig gardening with the world-renown Charles Dowding. A British gardener and environmentalist, Dowding has been a leading proponent of organic and no-dig gardening since 1982. He's written 12 books on the subject, including No Dig: Nurture Your Soil to Grow Better Vegetables With Low Effort. Charles shares how his
Farming Fences and Fresh Roots Growth with Alec LePoidevin
In this episode of The Foodscaper Podcast, Matt Lebon explores the world of edible landscaping with Alec LePoidevin, the owner of Fresh Roots in Wisconsin. Alec shares how his curiosity for healthy, organic living led him to creating Fresh Roots, and sharing his passion for landscaping, organic gardening, teaching, and sustainability with the community. We delve into learning on the job, how to b
Building, Sustaining and Leading a Thriving Team in the Regenerative Landscaping Industry with Erik Ohlsen
What does it really take to build a strong, reliable, and motivated crew?Erik Ohlsen—founder of Permaculture Artisans and author of The Regenerative Landscaper —pulls back the curtain on what he's learned over two decades of growing his mission-driven company. Whether you’re hiring your first employee or managing a growing team, listen to learn how to hire and retain the best people for the job. E
Career-Change Foodscaper Shares Early Stage Insights
Are you considering a career change into ecological edible landscaping? Today’s guest on The Foodscaper Podcast made a brave jump from a career in public policy to opening her own foodscaping company in Tacoma, Washington.I think you’ll be inspired by one of our community’s superstar entrepreneurs, Anna Markee, owner of Markee Ecological Garden Design. Anna shares her business origin story plus ad
How to Skillfully Manage Installs + Build a Successful Worker-Owned Business
In this episode of the Foodscaper Podcast, we're joined by Amber McClain, the installation department head and project manager at Nashville Foodscapes. From starting as a crew member to becoming a worker owner, Amber shares the nitty-gritty of managing installs during Tennessee's hot summers, keeping her crew motivated, and the strategies that ensure project success.Amber offers her perspective on
How to Create a Foodscaping Design Business
This week on The Foodscaper I sat down with Lauren Craig of Humble Hive Consulting — a designer and consultant who’s helping people reimagine their relationship with land through edible and ecological landscapes.Lauren has built a business that roots into her local Ohio community but also stretches far beyond her local geography. From remote design and social media to mentorship and storytelling,
Sharing the Magic of Homegrown Food in Philly
In this episode of the Foodscaper Podcast, Matt interviews Mike Bennett, co-owner and president of Backyard Eats, an edible landscaping business based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Mike shares the inspiring story of how his partner Chris Mattingly founded the company in 2016 and how they aim to share the magic of homegrown food. They discuss the company's core services, which include design, buil
How to Build a Foodscaping Business in a Tourist Town
In this episode of the Foodscaper Podcast, Matt speaks with Lucy Imbach, founder of Island Harvest, the only edible landscaping business on Nantucket Island. Lucy shares her background in environmentalism and food systems, and discusses her journey from farming to starting Island Harvest. The conversation covers the intricacies of building and maintaining an edible landscaping business in a unique
Nate Fournier’s Vision for Creating “Human Habitats" and An Eco Hub
In this episode of The Foodscaper Podcast, we explore the world of edible landscaping with Nate Fournier, the owner of Reimagined Roots. Nate shares how his background in engineering influenced his journey into permaculture and food scaping, starting from a dream in 2014 to establishing his business during the COVID-19 pandemic. We delve into the philosophy behind Reimagined Roots, their comprehen
Cultivating a Healthy Team Culture & Balancing Business and Life: Lessons from a Foodscape Entrepreneur
In this episode of the Foodscaper Podcast, staff member Lindsay Wolff interviews Matt Lebon, founder of Custom Foodscaping, about the various aspects of managing and growing a foodscaping business. They delve into the importance of company culture, practical systems for daily operations, and effective communication tools like Slack and Clickup. Matt discusses the challenges and strategies associat
From Spreadsheets to Sprouts: Chia-Ming Ro on L.A.'s Foodscaping Frontier
In this episode of the Foodscaper Podcast, host Matt Lebon welcomes Chia-Ming Ro, owner of Coastal Homestead. They discuss Chia-Ming's transition from a finance career to becoming a foodscaper, focusing on designing, installing, and maintaining food-producing landscapes. Chia-Ming shares her experiences, including how the pandemic influenced her career change, the benefits of food gardening, a
Creating Culturally Meaningful Foodscapes: Leslie Bennett on Beauty, Design and Community
In this episode of the Foodscaper Podcast, host Matt Lebon chats with Leslie Bennett, founder of Pine House Edible Gardens, about her journey from law to foodscaping. Leslie shares her experiences running a design-build-maintenance company in Oakland, California, and highlights the importance of creating integrated, meaningful landscapes. She discusses her vision for the Black Sanctuary Gardens pr
Epic Enclosed Gardens: Andrew Tyrrell on Building a Thriving Business with Social Media
In this episode of the Foodscaper Podcast, host Matt Leban talks with Andrew Tyrrell, owner and operator of Black Rock Garden Structures in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Andrew shares his journey from starting a landscaping company at twelve to specializing in custom enclosed cedar vegetable gardens. He highlights the significance of Northern White Cedar, his carpentry process, composting expertise, an
Crafting the Future of Gardening: A Conversation with Kevin Espiritu of Epic Gardening
In this episode of the Foodscaper podcast, Matt Lebon sits down with Kevin Espiritu, the founder of Epic Gardening, to discuss his journey from starting a blog to building a successful gardening business.
Kevin shares insights on the evolution of his gardening methods, the importance of collaboration, and the challenges and strategies behind scaling his business.
They also delve into topics such
Leading with Love and Carrots: Inside Meredith Sheperd’s Urban Farming Success
In this episode of the Foodscaper Podcast, host Matt Lebon interviews Meredith Sheperd, founder of Love & Carrots in Washington, D.C.
Meredith shares the journey of her business from its humble beginnings in 2011 to a team of 26 employees. The conversation delves into the challenges and rewards of urban farming, pricing strategies, the importance of team-building and giving feedback, and mai
Reviving Indigenous Traditions: Linda and Luke Black Elk on Food Sovereignty and Plant Relationships
In this episode of the Foodscaper Podcast, host Matt Lebon engages with Linda and Luke Black Elk to explore the profound connections between indigenous practices, foodscaping, and plant relationships.
They discuss their personal journeys, rooted in their heritage, and the importance of foraging, traditional seeds, and ecological landscapes. The conversation highlights initiatives supporting indi
From Boardroom to Backyard: Joe Lamp'l's Journey into Gardening Leadership
In this episode of the Foodscaper Podcast, host Matt Lebon interviews Joe Lamp'l, also known as Joe Gardener, about his journey from discovering gardening as a child to becoming a leading figure in the horticulture and foodscaping industries.
The discussion covers Joe's ventures including his online gardening academy, 'Growing a Greener World' show, and podcast. Joe shares insights from his care
Cultivating Change: The Intersection of Business and Spirit with Erik Ohlsen
In this episode of The Foodscaper Podcast, host Matt Lebon sits down with Erik Ohlsen, the founder of Permaculture Artisans, to explore his journey from activism to launching his business in 2005. Eric shares the early challenges he faced, such as operating without a contractor's license, and how he grew the company to a 23-member team that provides a full range of ecological landscaping services,
From Stay-at-Home Mom to Pro Foodscaper: Melissa Wilsford's Journey to Success
In this episode of The Foodscaper Podcast, host Matt Lebon sits down with Melissa Wilsford from Rustic Hills Garden Company to explore her inspiring journey from stay-at-home mom to thriving foodscaping business owner. Melissa opens up about the evolution of her business, sharing candid insights into the challenges of juggling family responsibilities and entrepreneurship. She also emphasizes the i
Farming Meets Landscaping: Colin McCrate on Building and Redefining Seattle Urban Farm Co.
Special thanks to Epic Gardening for sponsoring this episode!
In this episode of the Foodscaper Podcast, host Matt Lebon engages in a captivating conversation with Colin McCrate, founder and lead farmer of Seattle Urban Farm Company. Colin shares the inspiring story behind the company's origins, starting with a single truck and low-budget gardening methods, and scaling up to become a leading name
Cedar, Cement, and Apples; Hatchet and Seed pt. 2
The second half of our interview with Solara of Hatchet and Seed.
Hatchet & Seed: A Love Story ep. 1
Matt and Solara from Hatchet & Seed get back to basics and discuss the origin story of the now-veteran foodscaping company from Victoria, BC.
Greening Jobs and Greening Cities with Chris Grallert of Green City Growers
Part 2 of our conversation with Chris Grallert; creating foodscaping jobs, ESOPS, and building good gardens.
Moving Towards a More Inclusive Food System with Chris Grallert of Green City Growers
Matt and Chris look under the hood of Green City Growers' large operation in the Boston area.
Building Trust, Building a Business, Building a Culture; Brandy Hall Part 2.
Matt and Brandy talk about some big projects, the small steps to get there, and working with great people at the end of the day.
The many Shades of Foodscaping; with Brandy Hall of Shades of Green Permaculture
Matt and Brandy chat about origin stories, permaculture, and resilience in the face of a warming climate.
Foodscape Dreams and the Client Journey with Katie Carey of Columbus Foodscapes
Katie and Matt continue their conversation about Columbus Foodscapes' second year in business; mistakes, lessons, boundary setting, huge successes, and big dreams.
Getting started as a Foodscaping Company with Katie Carey of Columbus Foodscapes
Matt chats with Katie about being a year 2 Foodscaping business, how she got started, and what excites her most about the word "Foodscaper".
Foodscapers as Educators with Dave Scandurra of Edible Landscapes of Cape Cod
Plant sourcing and favorite edible perennial veggies are the topics of part 2 of our conversation with Dave.
This episode is brought to you in partnership with Stark Bros Nursery, a great source for edible trees and shrubs as well as education. Check them out here!
Landscaping and Rock & Roll, with Dave Scandurra of Edible Landscapes of Cape Cod
Dave Scandurra of Edible Landscapes of Cape Cod shares his story of getting started in Foodscaping, a journey that includes mowing lawns and being a rockstar (literally). Raised bed construction and plant sourcing are also topics of conversation.
This episode is brought to you in partnership with Stark Bros Nursery, a great source for edible trees and shrubs as well as education. Check them
More Food in Landscapes is Never a Bad Thing! Pt. 2 of our conversation with the Backyard Farm Co.
Matt and Christiana chat about social media, mission, and of course food!
Design-Coach, a Different Approach to Foodscaping with Christiana Paoletti of Backyard Farm Co
Matt and Christiana discuss working with sub-contractors, while designing gardens in California and providing follow-up coaching services.
"Invest in the Crew and in You" with Nashville Foodscapes
Part 2 of our conversation with Jeremy of Nashville Foodscapes. We get into some of the dirt about running a foodscaping business, from budgeting for equipment and hiring to self-care and celebration.
Music: My Own Horizon by Audiorezout
"We are Nature" with Nashville Foodscapes
Jeremy Lekich of Nashville Foodscapes joins us to discuss Foodscaping our yards and minds and how this experience can be so valuable for all of us in these times of disconnection from our own nature.
Music: My Own Horizon by Audiorezout
You Can Foodscape for a Living
Lindsay and Matt from The Foodscaper chat about what this podcast and The Foodscaper are hoping to do, and what it means to Foodscape for a living with some stories and context from Matt's company Custom Foodscaping in St. Louis, MO.
Music: My Own Horizon by Audiorezout
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