The Interaction of People and Plants: Growing, Learning and Thriving Together

Follow my adventures of advancing the art and science of horticulture through consultation, education, media, and collaboration.

From the Great Lakes to the Great Plains, the Cascades, and now the Ozarks, my life has been a journey rooted in plants—a series of adventures that have often surprised, challenged, and inspired me.

Here, I share the stories and insights gathered along the way—moments that reveal how horticulture connects us to the land, to one another, and to the wonder found in every growing season.

Join me in discovering the unexpected, finding beauty in the everyday, and keeping each new day fresh, meaningful, and full of growth.

When people interact with plants, Horticulture comes alive with the pulse that keeps us growing.

-Robert Balek

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