Our Services

At HLG (Hey Life’s a Garden), we provide community-centered solutions that integrate urban agriculture, green infrastructure, water conservation, and environmental justice.

We don’t just build projects : We create living systems that restore land, empower communities, and create opportunity.

Garden Design & Installation

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We design and build customized growing spaces that increase food access and community engagement.

We create:

  • Community gardens

  • School gardens (OSSE-aligned)

  • Raised bed systems

  • Senior wellness gardens

  • Urban farms

Includes:

  • Site assessment & design

  • Soil preparation & amendments

  • Installation & planting

  • Seasonal planning

Consulting, Design & Partnerships

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We collaborate with organizations to design impactful, fundable, and community-driven projects.

We work with:

  • Schools & universities

  • Government agencies

  • Nonprofits & community organizations

  • Developers & businesses

Services include:

  • Program design & strategy

  • Grant-aligned project planning

  • Green infrastructure integration

  • Community engagement frameworks

Green Infrastructure & Water Conservation

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We implement nature-based solutions that manage stormwater and build climate resilience.

Solutions include:

  • Rain gardens

  • Bioswales

  • Stormwater management systems

  • Permeable landscapes

  • Rainwater harvesting integration

Impact:

  • Reduces flooding

  • Improves water quality

  • Supports sustainable urban ecosystems

Garden Maintenance & Stewardship

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We ensure projects remain productive, healthy, and sustainable long-term.

Services include:

  • Seasonal garden maintenance

  • Soil health management

  • Crop planning & rotation

  • Volunteer coordination

  • Site management support

Environmental Education & Programming

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Programs include:

  • Youth development

  • School partnerships & curriculum support

  • Senior wellness & intergenerational programs

  • Community workshops

Focus areas:
Urban agriculture, composting, water conservation, and environmental stewardship

We lead hands-on programming that connects people to food, land, and sustainability.

Catering & Food is Medicine Experiences

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Catering Services Include:

  • Community events & garden activations

  • School & youth program meals

  • Senior wellness center meals

  • Workshops & cooking demonstrations

  • Private and partner events

  • Collaborative Chef opportunities

We provide fresh, culturally rooted catering that connects farm-to-table meals, wellness, and community.

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