About Us

A small variety of yellow and orange blooming calendula plants.

Hi! Welcome to Calendula’s Garden!

We love gardening, learning about new plants, building gardens, and harvesting delicious homegrown food.

We believe a private outdoor space is incredibly important because it provides an oasis away from everyday life. It’s a space to create, relax and disconnect. A backyard serves as an escape away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Not only is it a place to have fun, but it’s also a spot to make lifelong memories with friends and family. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or enjoying your morning cup of coffee in the sunshine-filled space, having a private backyard brings peace and tranquility into any home.

With the world becoming ever more hectic and overwhelming, having a private backyard offers an opportunity for some much-needed calmness to the chaos.


Benefits of Private Outdoor Spaces


A quiet sanctuary offers an opportunity to do some gardening, exercise, or just take in the fresh air without the worry of an audience. Having a private backyard or patio is like having your own little corner of the world to call your own.

Having a private space allows for meaningful interactions with family and friends, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Private backyards are great for hosting events such as parties without having to worry about noise restrictions or prying eyes.

Meet Our Resident Green Thumb

Connie Brittenburg in a grey visor standing in a garden. Connie Brittenburg founder of Calendula's Garden.

With a background in ecology and microbiology, Connie has nurtured many a landscape into thriving garden communities across the United States.

From the arid desert southwest to the cloudy Pacific Northwest, she has cultivated creativity and biodiversity in every patch she’s touched.

Returning to her roots in Arizona, she’s now transforming a barren suburban lot into a lush edible paradise.

Visit Calendula’s Garden YouTube Channel

Meet Mark

Mark Brittenburg hiking the Grand Canyon in Arizona

Mark can design and build any backyard structure. Digs an obscene number of fruit tree holes like a maniac and is an indispensable part of the garden dream. He is the DIY King.

He is also an avid hiker and rockhound. Visit his YouTube channel, Naturally Trailheaded, to experience his latest adventure.

Garden Pups

The Garden Pups work hard on bringing a little everyday chaos. Helping us stay grounded, in the moment, and joyful!