Meet your coach

Christine Vatovec, PhD, is an environmental health researcher, educator, and longtime gardener who loves helping people create vibrant, ecological garden spaces. Her professional work focuses on the connections between human well‑being and the natural world, and she brings that same perspective to her garden coaching practice.

With training in permaculture, integrative health and wellness coaching, guided forest therapy, and nature as medicine, Christine supports new and returning gardeners in building confidence, reconnecting with nature, and transforming outdoor spaces into thriving edible and ecological landscapes. At Sprout Garden Coaching & Design, Christine combines science, sustainability, and hands-on guidance to help you grow a garden that nourishes both people and the planet.

Questions? You can reach us at sproutgardens@proton.me and we'll respond within 5-7 business days.