Geof Beasley (Bella Madrona)

You never know what your passion project might grow into. Geof created Bella Madrona 37 years ago, right after starting his career as a physician. It’s grown since that time to something of a local icon, and has provided him with a lot of neat experiences he might not have had otherwise. Talking to him, though, I got the sense that he’d be happy with the garden even if it hadn’t opened any of those doors; he gardens because he loves gardening and the connection it provides with nature.

Topics Discussed:

• Creating the Garden and Getting Started
• Designing and Growing the Garden
• Garden Culture
• What He Gets Through Gardening
• His Favorite Memories & Events in the Garden, Pink Martini
• Value of Nature
• Relationship with Wildlife
• The Challenge of Maintaining It

Check out his garden on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/Bella-Madrona-450704174974087/