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designing edible gardens that nourish
people, wildlife and earth

​I love being creative and resourceful, turning challenges into beautiful, practical solutions that save time, money, and energy. ​Access to quality food shouldn’t be exclusive.  Growing food brings us together, strengthens community, and helps build a better future.​

I design planting schemes that gently weave together edible, medicinal, and ornamental plants into  resilient living gardens — productive, beautiful and healing.

how can I help

I work with permaculture principles and edible planting to help gardens grow in harmony with its people and nature. Whether you’re beginning from scratch or gently evolving what’s already there, I’m here to support you in creating a space that nourishes both people and the land.

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edible planting

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beautiful, modern, productive & low maintenance

 

​Blending edible and ornamental plants (which are often edible too)  means that you no longer need separate beds for your favorite fruit, veg and herbs. 

 

Allowing them to share the same space creates much stronger living plant communities that produce and look beautiful all year round.​​​

​I can help you make your existing planting edible or start new one from scratch. 

includes:
survey

planting scheme/plan

permaculture design

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abundant and resilient garden that you love spending time in

 

However big or small, your garden has the potential to become your favorite place and nourish you.

 

If you love growing food, being creative and care for people and planet, this approach is for you.

Switch from working hard to playing smart. Let the garden do the  work. I will help you design system that feeds, protects and improves itself as it matures.

includes:
​​survey & concept plan

planting scheme/plan

garden guidance

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clear steps to achieve your dream garden vision

 

Whether you are starting anew or look for a second opinion on your garden journey, this session is designed just for you.

We will explore any areas you wish to discuss - from better understanding your land, refining  existing ideas to suggesting completely new solutions.

 

I am confident that this session will enable you to move forward with confidence.

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​​one off visit

written summary

beautiful, thoughtful & affordable edible gardens designed for real life

Kristyna was a great facilitator and the session flew by. There was a nice mixture of practical work and theoretical learning that was engaging and interesting. She was well prepared with materials and made the group feel welcome and included.

Zoe Murdoch, Bridgend Farmhouse, Edinburgh

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@ 2026 Edible Habitats by Kristyna Barko

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