Our Story

Gardendigs owner Susan Ryan is an APLD Certified Landscape Designer and Certified Professional Horticulturist. She served 12 years as a Community Master Gardener and studied extensively at South Seattle College's Landscape Design, Construction and Horticulture Department. She holds a BFA in Interior Design from San Diego Design Institute. Her interiors work has earned awards and been featured in publications. She has also served as a category judge for the Northwest Flower and Garden Festival and a NWFGF Gold Medal Show Garden winner.

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Love of nature and a desire to create beauty led her design interests to include the outdoors. Personable and friendly, Susan’s ready smile will put her clients at ease. Her interests are client satisfaction and sharing her knowledge. Meeting your needs and giving you value in the services provided are her goals.

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Susan's affilitations and memberships include: 

Association of Professional Landscape Designers, Certified Member  

WSNLA Certified Professional Horticulturist 

Northwest Horticulture Society, NHS Member

Slow Flowers Society

Heronswood Garden Member

Hardy Plant Society of Oregon, HPSO Member

Garden Masterclass Member - UK 

Washington State University, WSU, Pierce County Master Gardener, 2009-2021