Organic Gardening in the USA with Phil Nauta, the Smiling Gardener

Phil Nauta grew up working for his parents in their garden centre, maintaining the nursery stock and landscaping. He was also in charge of maintaining their 9-hole golf course while he went to university.

He then completed a Certificate in Organic Landscape Management from Gaia College and later taught courses there.

Since then, he has played many roles in the organic gardening world, starting a gardening business called Only Organic, and then The Organic Gardener’s Pantry to supply high-quality organic fertilizers.

He received Permaculture Design and Sustainable Building and Design certificates and became a Certified Organic Land Care Professional.

Phil runs www.SmilingGardener.com to help people grow their own organic, nutrient-dense food.

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