Quotes from Clients
Quotes from Students

General

Dick Tracy, Garden Writer, Sacramento Bee: "FCG is a little off the beaten path, but a visit there does more than just enriching your knowledge of gardens. Carolyn has created a beautiful living showplace with her 'California borders' and artistic placement of California natives and drought-tolerant plants. It has to be one of the most beautiful and imaginative classrooms on earth."

Amy Ziffer, former Editor, Fine Gardening Magazine: "Of all the gardens I have visited, yours is still my favorite."

N.H., Cool CA, October 1996: "What a wonderful treat to visit your gardens last Saturday! You helped me over my 'gardening slump' --I'm inspired!!"

M.D., Grass Valley CA, June 1990: "Congratulations on your major project of FCG. It is great that both Sunset magazine and The Union (newspaper) are finally recognizing your very special abilities with our foothill plants --- and your other very unique enterprises."

B.C., Welcome Wagon Garden Club of the Foothills: "It's always a pleasure to bring our garden group to your lovely gardens."

J.W., Lake of the Sky Garden Club, Tahoe City, July 1994: "...members continue to comment on how much they enjoyed our visit to your nursery. I...especially appreciate your energy, and the unique selection of plants you carry."

Marilyn Rose, artist, Grass Valley CA, July 1996: "I had the privilege of painting in your beautiful garden during the garden tour in May. It was a great experience and I appreciated the opportunity."

Delilah Smittle, assistant editor, Fine Gardening, January 1993: "I have really enjoyed working with you. I appreciate your professionalism, your prompt responses and your lively, well-written article."

Sharon Giacomazzi, historical writer, Midpines CA, March 1995: "I can't allow another day to go by without letting you know how very much I enjoy your writing. Although I am a gardener in only the most desultory fashion, your articles are a joy to read and impart much more wisdom than the care of plants. I was moved by the piece on tending old fruit trees which, to me, spoke of your sense of history, our interconnectedness and the importance of stewardship of this planet."

M.R., Garden Bay B.C., Canada, July`1993: As a visitor to Canada and the sunshine coast, I have read an article on Coreopsis that you have written in Fine Gardening and must congratulate you on such an interesting article."

Landscape Design & Consultation

C.R., Cedar Ridge CA, September 1998: "Carolyn took my dreams of a garden, and with her skills of blending color, textures, and focal points like benches, arbors and pathways, composed my garden that delights me in all the seasons. This is my second garden with her guidance."

H.&G.C., Alta Sierra CA, July 1994: "All that we asked for and all that you planned for us is happening in our yard. Thank you for bringing beauty into our lives."

P.&D.J., Nevada City CA, June 1989: "Every day we feel so grateful for your expert consultation on our lawn and flowers. The lawn is lush, the flowers are blooming, and it feels like a miracle -- but it was you! We were both impressed by your knowledge and professionalism."

Bryan Smith, artist, Penn Valley CA, May 1992: "I love your artwork every day --- come see some of mine. I'd be honored."

C.C., Grass Valley CA, November 1992: "Thank you so very much for your artistry and talent in designing our new look. We love it!!"

S.&L.R., Colfax CA, April 1993: "Thank you so much for the beautiful landscaping plans. They meet our expectations and then some! We have enjoyed working with you and look forward to visiting Foothill Cottage Gardens again!"

S.W., Rough&Ready CA, November 1995: Thank you for the lovely plan and planting suggestions. It has helped us to create a vision of what our home can become."

M.&C.B., Nevada City CA, September 1997: "Somewthing always seems to be coming into bloom in the landscaping in front, which is evidence of its thoughtful design..."

Garden Classes

Debbie Flower, instructor, Sierra College, May 1997: "Thank you for the satisfying tour of your garden and sales area. Seeing the plants growing on your property is enlightening for me and the students; and your knowledge and natural teaching ability made it a fun and relaxing class for me. Thanks again for sharing yourself and your plants with us... and being so enthusiastic."

C.J, Nevada City, October 1991: "I want to thank you for taking the time to provide classes for those of us who never felt successful at gardening. I feel like you've given me a gift."

J.B., Auburn CA, June 1998: "What an inspiring soil class -- I've been telling my friends about it! It makes me look forward with anticipation to taking some more classes." and "I want to tell you how VERY much I enjoyed the gardening classes! They motivated me and inspired me..."

C.H., Grass Valley CA, September 1994: "Just wanted to say thanks for the class on soil preparation. I learned SO much and can't wait to take more classes."

M.T., Nevada City CA, May 1993: Your presentation at the seminar was well-organized, just whimsical enough, and useful."

Chicago Park Garden Club, October 1995: "Thank you for bringing the Canadian gardens to our October meeting. The program was excellent as usual."

J.D., co-chair Nevada County Growers' Market and Master Gardeners spring garden seminar, May 1993: "...your contribution was a major factor in the seminar's success. We're always impressed by your knowledge and willingness to share with us all."