"On the brink of a meltdown from months worth of frustration, Bren came out to help us design and install what is now the most beautiful, natural rain garden/frog bog/dry creek bed, that it left my neighbors in awe. We had a picture in mind of how we wanted things to look but couldn’t quite figure it out. Within MINUTES Bren was able to bring our vision to life and more! She also provided all the plants we needed to further assist with the issues we were having with the excess water and erosion. Everything was explained thoroughly and she was open to our thoughts and ideas throughout the design/installation process. Our problem area has completely transformed from a nasty muddy mess into something so beautiful and full of life. We even added in some medicinal shrubs/plants, as well as fruit and nut trees that we will get to enjoy, while watching the wildlife enjoy our piece of haven as much as we are. It is finally an area we can say we’re proud of and enjoy having. Bren was super courteous, flexible, knowledgeable and takes pride in all she does. We could not have been happier working with Kindred Acres. Therefore, I CANNOT recommend Kindred Acres enough! We are so thankful we listened to all recommendations given. If I ever need design ideas, plants or help installing my plants, Kindred Acres will be who I contact. We can always trust that the work will be done correctly and with love. "
~ Dolya Curtis; Raleigh, NC
" Kindred Acres Food Forest Testimonial “Food forest” can mean a lot of different things to people. To me it means installing useful plants. Useful plants can be fruit, nut, herbs, medicinals, pollinators, and vegetables. Having such a landscape was on my list, but it seemed very complicated and time consuming for me to design, identify, source, and install the plants. Having a full time job and family responsibilities I thought it would accelerate my plans by getting some assitance. I have been following Kindred Acres on Facebook for a while, and saw they offer design and installation services. I’m usually quite interested in the details and doing things myself, but in this case I let Kindred Acres run with the design and install the plants. Bren and Maureen came to my house and installed more plants and bushes in one day than I could have imagined. They also installed plants I would never have considered in my landscape. I’m very happy with the price and the result. "
~ Lawrence Sleeper; Apex NC
"I have been a huge fan of Kindred Acres since moving to North Carolina. I discovered Bren on Facebook and started following her. She has such a wealth of knowledge! I look for her updates daily to try to learn from her. When she started offering the design plans for the Food Forest I immediately signed up! She came to my house, we went over what I was looking for. I have a small yard and have to be conscientious. She took all of that into account and together drew the plans. I am looking forward to her plant sale in the spring so I can get many of the plants that we discussed. I chose to do the installation myself as I like to get my hands dirty. But I know, where to go for advice and for the amazing medicinal plants, herbs, fruits, pollinator plants and anything amazing, Kindred Acres!"
~ Irene Mastroluca ; Clayton NC
" I came across Kindred Acres on Etsy years ago when we had just moved to a property that needed a lot of outside work, was thrilled to find out Bren was so close. From the very first purchase, I was impressed with the service, the quality of the plants and products grown without any chemicals, and all delivered with knowledge on how to help them thrive. Bren is so generous sharing the methods she has fully invested in learning, and really meets you where you are in your journey. I have taken advantage of many plant sales, lots of garden tea, classes, and the Kindred Acres design services. My soil has improved and brought back a wonderful little ecosystem on our property. We didn’t see many signs of life when we first moved here, now the birds, frogs, lizards and healthy insects are abundant. We have productive gardens each year, pollinator plants and interesting fruit trees. I recommend Kindred Acres to friends looking for just a few vegetables plants that will do well in our region, to add color to a tough spot, looking to grow an abundance of food or make their own little sanctuary. "
~Diana Massa, NC
"We have purchased a few blueberry plants from Kindred Acres, and all plants are super healthy. I have never tasted such awesome berries anywhere else. Thank you, Bren"
~Tatiana Corcoran, NC
" Kindred Acres helped me take a blank slate and turn it into a little food forest, wildflower patch, herb garden and collection of fruit trees over the course of three years. Her plants are always hardy and come with amazing dirt. Not only does Kindred Acres sell plants but they are available to advise you on what will help each plant thrive and what each plant is good for. For me it’s worth the 45 minute drive for the plant sales, the compost tea, the mushrooms, the classes and the advice, and I know I’m giving my money to a small business and someone who cares about regenerative practices, living in harmony with nature and growing the soil with permaculture. I also appreciate the reminders of when it’s time to put things in the ground! And I appreciate the Facebook community of like-minded people that Kindred Acres has created. I highly recommend Kindred Acres. Great company and great people."
~Mary Lee Behar, Apex NC
" I love Kindred Acres! Bren is amazing and a wealth of information! She offers informative workshops, wonderful plants and extra goodies for such great prices. I participated in one of her Co op groups and that didn’t disappoint either. I’m so glad to have found her homestead and everything she offers. I go to Bren FIRST before even considering shopping a big box store! "
~Stephanie Wright Gammon, NC
" Bren brews up an excellent compost tea she sells by the gallon. I think she must apply it to her plants, as well, as the root systems and disease-resistance of trees I’ve purchased from her are great. "
~Karen Morris, NC
" Bren is extremely knowledgeable and professional. We’ve purchased strawberry plants, raspberry plants, and now signed up for the summer CSA. I’ve learned so much by following her regenerative gardening advice. Highly recommend! "
~Janet Campbell, NC
" Highly recommend the products and services offered by Bren! She’s super knowledgeable and friendly. Ive purchased many things from her and have benefitted from her wealth of information and recommendations. "
~Kylie Bastic, NC
" I bought bare root strawberry crowns about a year and a half ago and they arrived healthy and ready to flourish! Today I’ve got 2 thriving patches and now grow enough for my family and several neighbors. "
~Tyler O'Sullivan Kroeschell, NC
" I visited Kindred Acres when I was purchasing compost tea. This food forest is so amazing and so respectful of all plants and creatures. The variety of plants is truly incredible! The compost tea made my vegetable plants very happy that I had to contact Kindred Acres again to purchase more! It’s an hour drive for me, but so worth it! "
~Elena Putnam, NC
" I was lucky enough to receive a bag of the delicious salad greens. I have to say there’s a huge difference between store-bought and organic clean fresh grown greens…..from the texture, the color, and I was really surprised by the taste. Normally you would expect greens to taste like, well… Greens lol. But this had a nice Flavor to it due to the mix of fresh parsley and other flavorful multi greens added to it. It brought it to a whole different level. I could’ve eaten a gigantic bowl of this plain Yum! "
~Alexa Torres, NY
" I have had the pleasure of picking up strawberry crowns, blueberry trees and compost tea from Kindred Acres. I have also taken classes at KA and am astonished with the plethora of knowledge shared. KA is my go-to for garden or yard questions, taking classes to learn more and for garden babies (plants/trees). Kindred Acres can help you whether you are looking to start a garden, don’t believe you have a growable space or are a garden expert. They’ll get you where you want to be- 10/10 recommend! "
~Nii Noel, NC