Clear doable garden plans.

No overwhelm.

No guesswork.

Welcome to Bestside Blooms! I’m Kristen and I love helping homeowners of all skill levels grow successful, sustainable gardens through thoughtful consulting and custom planting plans.

Every project considers your goals, site conditions, and seasonal needs, so you can enjoy a garden that works for you.

Together, you and I make a plan to help you feel confident and capable in your own space. No overwhelm or pressure to do more than fits your life. Let’s create a garden space that brings you joy!

Not ready for a consult?
Grab my free Yard Guide + Checklist and learn how to evaluate your space before planting anything.

It’s the exact framework I use during consults. It will help you avoid common mistakes and feel more confident in your decisions.

You’ll also receive my weekly newsletter, The Best Side of Things, where I share practical garden insights and reflections on community and everyday life.

Neighborhood Love

  • Close-up of a blooming sunflower with yellow petals and a dark center, dew drops on the petals, in a garden with green leaves and a residential house in the background.

    I’m OBSESSED with my garden plan. Can't wait to get it started this fall!

    - Kimber

  • Raised garden beds with various plants growing, enclosed by a wire fence in a backyard, with cars parked in a driveway and a house in the background.

    This is exactly what my brain needed. I'd get so overwhelmed trying to plan my garden, but Kristen made it easy

    - Kelly

  • Vegetable garden with tomato plants supported by green stakes, lush green leaves, and a nearby sidewalk in a suburban neighborhood.

    My family has gotten so much joy out of our little garden! Thank you, Bestside Blooms!

    - John

Looking for fresh local flowers?
CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) flower subscriptions and DIY Flower Buckets are now available directly through Kind Hearts Bloom - and 100% of those funds go to the nonprofit to support its mission.