what is good garden?
we make native plant gardening simple, affordable, and rewarding!
good garden is a DIY garden box delivery service built for people who want to create something beautiful and meaningful in their own yard. We believe native plant gardens shouldn’t be hard to start or expensive to build, and that anyone can grow a space that’s good for them and good for the environment.
built for DIY gardeners
You don’t need a landscape designer or a big budget to build something beautiful. Our kits are made for DIYers who want a hands-on, rewarding experience with real impact. We guide you through the process with clear, friendly instructions. No green thumb required!
why we exist
We started good garden with a simple goal:
Make native gardening easier, more accessible, and more impactful one box at a time.
Whether you’re planting your first garden or expanding your existing space, we’re here to help you grow something that looks amazing, feels meaningful, and supports the world around you.
why native plants?
Native plants do more than just look good, they play a critical role in restoring our local ecosystems. They provide food and shelter for pollinators, birds, and other wildlife, and they’re adapted to thrive in our region with less maintenance and no harmful chemicals.
By planting native, you're creating a homegrown habitat that benefits everything from butterflies to bees, right in your backyard.
about the founder
Hello! My name is Mallory VanWhy, landscape designer, native plant enthusiast, and the founder of good garden!
Since childhood, I’ve had a passion for the environment, wildlife, and a love for art and creativity. I graduated from Temple University with a B.S. in Landscape Architecture in 2018, which allowed me to combine my love for nature and design into a career focused on creating landscapes using native plants.
During my career, I noticed something missing in the industry that people were asking for. There wasn’t an easy and affordable way for homeowners to get the design help and materials needed to build their own native gardens from scratch. Native plants can be hard to find locally, and the cost of labor often makes professional installations expensive.
That’s when I decided to create good garden! Something that is affordable, sustainable, and DIY-friendly. The idea behind good garden is simple: if you’re willing to do the planting yourself, you should still be able to get high-quality design guidance, native plants, and a plan that makes your garden look beautiful and intentional.
My goal is to deliver an easy-to-follow kit with everything you need to choose your plants, layout your garden design, and build your own native garden from the ground up. Not only is it cost-effective, but it’s incredibly rewarding to create something yourself that supports pollinators and the environment.
I hope to provide you with great service and beneficial plants so you can grow your own good garden!
