At Tiny Forest Farm, we believe small spaces can have a big impact. That’s why we’re part of a growing movement to bring the forest - and all its wisdom - home.
Never heard of a food forest? You’re in the right place. We’ll walk you through what it is, why it matters, and how you can grow one in your own backyard.
Nature’s Way of Growing Food
A food forest is a type of garden designed to mimic a natural forest - but instead of just trees and shrubs, it’s filled with delicious food, healing herbs, and native plants. It uses the layers of a forest - trees, shrubs, ground covers, vines and root crops - to create a self-sustaining ecosystem where everything works together.
Instead of planting in rows and replanting every year, food forests are perennial systems that evolve and get stronger over time. They don’t just grow food - they grow biodiversity, better soil, cleaner air, and a stronger connection to the land.
A Forest in the Space You Have
Most of us don’t have acres of land. But here’s the beautiful thing: you don’t need a giant yard to plant a food forest.
A Tiny Food Forest can thrive in a front yard, side yard, parkway, or patio. It’s all about smart layering, right plant right place, and designing a system that fits your unique space and needs.
Imagine stepping outside your back door to pick a handful of berries, mint for your tea, or a basket of leafy greens — all from a mini-ecosystem that almost takes care of itself.
More Than a Garden - A Living System
A food forest is about more than just growing food.
It’s about healing land, nourishing communities, and reconnecting with what matters.
Low Maintenance
Once established, food forests largely take care of themselves — no tilling, less watering, fewer weeds.
Productive & Beautiful
Edible landscaping is both abundant and aesthetically pleasing. Fruit trees, berry bushes, flowering herbs.
Pollinator & Wildlife Friendly
Supports bees, butterflies, birds, and beneficial insects.
Regenerative
Builds soil, captures carbon, reduces runoff, and restores ecosystems.
Connected Community
The magic of earth brings people in — out of inspiration and curiosity. In a food forest, there is always abundance to share and connections to cultivate.
Joyful & Grounding
There’s something deeply satisfying about watching your forest grow. It changes you, too.
You don’t have to know it all — you just have to start.
At Tiny Forest Farm, we specialize in helping people turn everyday yards into thriving tiny food forests.
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Whether you’re starting with a blank lawn or a tired garden bed, we design layered, low-maintenance food forests that work with your space, your goals, and your local ecosystem.
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Need help turning ideas into action? We’ll review your site, answer your questions, and build a step-by-step plan — so you feel confident growing with nature, not against it.
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We create beautiful, functional designs that support bees, birds, and biodiversity. These gardens are good for your yard, good for your community, and good for the planet.
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From composting to companion planting, we offer seasonal gatherings that invite you to learn, connect, and deepen your relationship with the land — no matter your experience level.
See What’s Possible
