Sara Breuer

Sara Breuer had lots on her hands in her new garden—mainly sticky lifeless soil, along with an outdated design with lots of lawn. A weekend at a time, she charmed up style and soil for abundant organic vegetables, native plants for wildlife, chickens and expansive outdoor living. In front, she swapped lawn for a front door patio and raised vegetable beds, built by husband Tim Mateer.  In back, she covered dead grass with an extensive deck for outdoor living. Son Henry championed for chickens and as a Boy Scout certified them as a Backyard Habitat.