Container Garden By Mardi
I would like to introduce you to my friend Mardi Schma!!!!
Mardi has inspired me to share with all of you, that one of the ways to living your BEST LIFE, is with a passion for something you love. Mardi’s story touched my life, and I am so grateful she has agreed to allow me to share her story with you. I had the honor to interview Mardi about her decision to start a business in her golden years. Her passion and insights are delightful. May you also be inspired!
Meet Mardi
Gardener and container gardening expert Mardi Schma delights in sharing her art by customizing and creating meaningful spaces through the plants she now grows and sells from her garden. Nest by Mardi offers you a rare opportunity of having a talented garden designer help you create statement entryways or alluring patio garden containers – sophisticated and simple or bold and whimsical.
Welcome to my Garden!
I specialize in designing beautiful customized Entryway Pots and Outdoor Container Gardens, utilizing unique hard-to-find plants directly from my garden to yours.
Can you describe that pivotal moment when the light bulb when off in your mind that led you to turn gardening into a business?
"Passion!... I have always loved gardening and the creative aspects of it! I think of it as “painting a picture”. It inspires me, and my hope is that it will inspire someone else each time they see it!"
How has creating these arrangements helped you be more intentional with your retirement?
"Time is so precious. In my retirement I realized that I can do what I love as much as I want to, and for me it’s is being in the garden."
What tips do you have for seniors who have an idea, but are unsure how to start, or what that next step is?
"Finding what “your garden” means to you, is the first step. Try new things or go back and try one of the hobbies or things you loved from the past! If something you start or plant dies or is a flop, throw it away and start over. The most important thing is to START!!! Start and restart if necessary."
Did you have help from friends, family, or your community?
"Yes, I did. I had many caring and supportive family members and friends who all encouraged me and helped me with their ideas."
Visit my Garden Store and choose plants that will be perfect for your own pots or commission me to hand-select, design, pot, and prepare for easy pickup.