Fred Meyer

Fred Meyer has spent decades helping busy families, students, and retirees turn balconies, backyards, and community spaces into joyful gardens that nourish body and spirit. A certified health coach (NBC-HWC), Master Gardener, permaculture designer, and wilderness guide, he’s known for making eco-friendly gardening simple and fun. As adjunct faculty at the University of Iowa and through the nonprofit EarthMind (formerly Backyard Abundance), Fred has guided countless people from feeling overwhelmed to confidently cultivating food, welcoming wildlife, and finding calm. His down-to-earth style reassures both beginners and seasoned gardeners that you don’t need perfection—or endless free time—to enjoy the peace, resilience, and beauty of a thriving garden. He shows how to let nature do the heavy lifting, so your garden flourishes no matter your time, space, or experience.