
The Challenge:
Creating a landscape that felt like an artistic extension of herself that also actually worked for her life.
Cynthia's biggest hurdles were:
- Rows of large shrubs swallowing her small yard, making it cramped and imposing
- The design didn’t reflect her personality or how she actually wanted to use the space
- Her lawn was sinking and dying with each drought
She didn't just want prettier plants — she wanted a landscape that felt like an extension of herself and actually worked for her life.

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Senior Program Manager
How We Helped:
Instead of doing a quick cosmetic swap, we approached Cynthia’s yard as a long-term, creative collaboration—one that would unfold over seasons, at a pace that fit her budget and honored how nature really works.
Key moves included:
- Removing the oversized shrubs that were dominating the borders and shrinking the usable space
-Relocating her veggie beds into a sunnier spot so they could finally thrive during prime growing seasons
- Adding a dedicated place to sit and enjoy the garden, turning it into a space to actually inhabit, not just look at
- Introducing diverse, pollinator-friendly plantings to bring color, movement, and ecological value to a small footprint
- Building soil health over time, so the garden could become more resilient and self-sustaining
- Replacing the thirsty St. Augustine lawn with a drought-hardy groundcover that could handle New Orleans’ weather without constant rescue
This wasn’t about forcing a quick “after” photo effect; it was a dynamic process of creative experimentation—observing, adjusting, and slowly bringing the space into healthy balance.

The Results:
With each season, Cynthia’s backyard shifted from generic to genuinely hers. Now she enjoys -
A landscape that reflects her vibrant personality and brings her joy every time she steps outside.
A smaller garden that feels bigger and more interesting, thanks to thoughtful design and plant diversity.
More bees, butterflies, and critters that delight her and her kids, turning the yard into a living, learning space.
Functional, but inviting areas where she can relax, connect, and actually use her garden!
Along the way, Cynthia has learned what it truly means to bring a garden to life—beyond filler shrubs and “good enough” lawns. With patience, creative design, and a willingness to experiment, she’s found what works for her space, with Grow Greenfingers as her guide.


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