Grown with heart.Delivered with care.
Because eating local should start in your own backyard.
first harvest
Courtney Tellefsen
Founder, YardGardens
Our Founder
Hi, I’m Courtney Tellefsen. With over 15 years of experience working with local North Carolina farmers as the founder of The Produce Box in Raleigh, NC — I’m passionate about helping people eat even MORE local by growing in their own backyard.
Best of all, we use locally grown seedlings, supplied by our hard-working farm neighbors, who KNOW the best varieties for our area.
Discover How Delicious Homegrown Can Be with YardGardens
At YardGardens, we make growing your own food easy and enjoyable! Our service provides everything you need to set up a thriving vegetable and herb garden right in your yard. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a complete beginner, we’ll help you cultivate fresh, local produce.
“Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a complete beginner, we’ll help you cultivate fresh, local produce.”
Grow Your Own at Home
Custom Raised Garden Beds
We build and install high-quality wooden raised beds designed to fit your space perfectly — ensuring better soil health, optimal drainage, and easier maintenance.
Premium Garden-Ready Soil
We deliver nutrient-rich soil to your door and can provide staff to install it if needed. Your garden starts right from day one.
Premium Plants to Your Door
A wide selection of vegetable and herb seedlings — varieties chosen by local NC farmers who know exactly what thrives in our area.