Embrace the fusion of gardening and culinary artistry


Signature Series

The Signature Series is a private, in‑home, holistic learning experience where I teach you how to create your own custom infusion product. This may be a body wash, drink, food item, snack, or any botanical blend that supports your wellness goals. Your 4½‑hour session includes off‑site research and development, ingredient sourcing, and hands-on instruction in your home. Your experience begins with a holistic and nutritional intake so I can understand your needs, your lifestyle, and the purpose behind your Signature product. Before your session, I complete all R&D off-site, including ingredient selection, testing, and preparation. When I arrive, I bring everything needed — and then I teach you how to make your item step-by-step. You will be fully involved in the process. I guide you through blending, infusing, activating, and finishing your product so you understand exactly how it’s made and why each step matters. You are not watching me create your item — you are learning how to create it yourself. If you choose, I will also teach you how to grow the main ingredient of your Signature Series product (when possible, as not all ingredients can be grown in every home or garden). This includes simple, practical garden instruction based on your space, your ability, and your environment. You will learn how to care for the plant, harvest it, and use it in future creations. Your 4½‑hour Signature Series includes: • Off-site R&D completed before your session • Ingredient sourcing and preparation • Holistic and nutritional intake • In-home setup and hands-on teaching • Step-by-step instruction to create your own infusion • All materials included • Optional garden instruction to grow your main ingredient (when possible) This is a one-on-one experience designed for clients who want to learn the craft, understand the process, and create a product made for their body, their wellness, and their lifestyle.



Why We Sprouted
My own chronic‑illness journey taught me that wellness isn’t about perfection — it’s about consistency, creativity, and compassion.
I created the Signature Series to give people a system that feels natural, supportive, and actually fits their life. One laugh, one cup of coffee, one garden bed at a time.

How I Help
I guide individuals and families through personalized Signature Series systems, garden planning and maintenance, ingredient education, lifestyle adaptations, and simple recipes under my pen name Plant Lady.

My mission is simple: to help you commit to one healthier choice — your one thing — designed specifically for your body, your lifestyle, and your real life.



  • Chesapeake, Virginia, United States

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Linda Walden

🌿 Holistic Culinary & Botanical Wellness Guide

Who I Am I’m Linda — a Holistic Wellness Culinarian, chronic‑illness warrior, and creator of the Signature Series Wellness System. I’ve learned to adapt my lifestyle so my body can thrive, and now I help others do the same. Coffee keeps me moving, laughter keeps me grounded, and the garden keeps me healthy. Wellness doesn’t have to be complicated — it just has to be yours. --- Who I Serve I work with real people who need wellness to be simple, sustainable, and personalized. My clients include individuals with ADHD, autism, dementia, chronic illness, emotional or mental health challenges, and anyone who needs one solid anchor to build healthier habits. If life feels overwhelming, I help you find your one thing — the system that finally makes wellness feel doable. --- What I Believe I believe every person deserves a wellness system designed specifically for their body and lifestyle. Real food, real ingredients, real gardens, real adaptations — and plenty of humor along the way. Whether you grow your own food or simply want to make better choices, I help you build a lifestyle that supports your health from the ground up. --- Education & Certifications • Plant-Based Wellness & Entrepreneurship Diploma — Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts • AOS Holistic Nutrition Degree (GPA 3.5) — Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts • Food Safety Management Certification — ServSafe • Personal Care Assistant Certification • Direct Support Professional Certification --- My Mission My mission is simple: to help you commit to one healthier choice — your one thing — designed specifically for your body, your lifestyle, and your real life.

Regeaux Wood

Garden Gnome & Farm Helper

Regeaux is an avid garden gnome. Her favorite food to grow is yucca. She is the owner operator of HomeStead Regeaux- egg farm. She is available to help in your garden and chicken coops.

Glen Gleamer

Head Gnome

Gardener and garden clean up

Runner Rabbit

Farm Helper

Animal care and enclosure clean up

Battle Chef

Kitchen Kitchener

Competitive sample session chef that creates original recipes on demand


What is 1 Unit?

1 Unit is 2hrs. All services or visits are done in 2 hour blocks.

Virtual Lessons

Virtual classes can be conducted on the platform that is most suitable for both you and the instructor. If preferred, they can also be arranged via telephone. A link will be sent to you 20 minutes before the class begins. Phone calls and FaceTime sessions will begin 5 minutes prior to the class start time. Please log in early to allow sufficient time to address any potential connection issues. Cancellations or rescheduling must be done at least 4 hours before the class start time. Failure to do so within the specified time limit will result in the forfeiture of your online booking fee.

ServSafe Certified Manager

The Manager Certification is intended for professionals who are responsible for supervising food safety protocols. The course encompasses HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) principles, pest management, and employee training. Additionally, managers must successfully complete a proctored examination to obtain their certification. This certification is valid for a period of five years.
Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) | FDA (Food and Drug Administration)
HACCP is a comprehensive management system that addresses food safety through the analysis and control of biological, chemical, and physical hazards. These hazards are monitored from the initial stages of raw material production, procurement, and handling, through the processes of manufacturing, distribution, and consumption of the finished product.

ServSafe Food Handler Certification

This certification is for employees who handle food but do not have supervisory duties. The course covers personal hygiene, cross-contamination, and safe food handling practices.
After completing the course and passing the exam, Food Handlers receive a ServSafe Food Handler Certificate. It is valid for three years.

Consult Only

Are you an advanced gardener, farmer or chef? You can use Consult Only via text, email, messenger or phone. You choose the topic; you will then be matched with a Garden Gnome that you can consult with on your own time. No scheduling or booking fee is needed. It is suggested to use text, email or messenger so that you will have a record of your conversation thread. That way you can use it later for references Consults are sold in 30min blocks. Minutes will be deducted when your teacher responds to you.


1 text = 2 min
1 email = 5 minutes
1 message in messenger = 2 min
Phone calls are billed by the actual minute.


EX:  
 
Client: My plant has yellow spots on the leaves, there are no bugs in the pot.
     Garden Gnome: What are you using for food? How much water do you provide? Is the plant under a plant light                                       or receiving natural sunlight through the window? 
       Garden Gnome: Can you send me pictures from a few different angles and sides?
Client: I use a plant light positioned about 6 inches above the plant. I water it every 2 days. I have not added any      
           plant food, as I believed the soil would nourish the plant for 6 months.
  Client: Did you get all 7 pictures? If they don't come through in a few minutes please let me know.

You can ask unlimited questions for free. Minutes are used when the Garden Gnome responds. So far, only 2 minutes have been used with one response to this question. Additional sentences or links on different lines do not count if they complete an answer or thought. A reply to a question from days ago counts as 2 minutes, even if it’s only one line or link. We recommend marking each question thread with a different emphasis for easier reference. If you need help using that feature on your phone, let us know, and we will teach you how.