what we do
We grow special varieties that are not readily available in our area. Susie’s experience with propagation of succulents and native plants with a focus on host plants for butterflies and other pollinators, and Heather’s experience and love of houseplants, and greenhouse management techniques, combined to equal 35 years of experience, led to the creation of Plant Mamas.
who we are
Susie Rivadeneyra
Susie is a landscape design professional who holds a vast knowledge of plant material in coastal North Carolina. Susie is committed to post-installation follow-up with the install teams and clients to assure satisfaction of a job well done, which leads to long-term relationships with her clients.
Susie is an avid seed saver and perennial propagator. She manages most of the perennials. Her love for gardening began early, as her father was an avid gardener. Many years ago, she took over her friend's “garden maintenance” business when her friend moved to France for a year. That was the end of any other job for Susie; she has been gardening and designing full-time ever since.
Heather Hardie
Heather is currently the director of Horticulture and Turfgrass Management at Brunswick Community College. Her favorite class to teach is Plant Propagation because she loves to be in the greenhouse. She has 2 greenhouses at her home where she beautifully manages all of Plant Mamas’ houseplants and succulents.
Heather began her career in horticulture at the age of 21 and landed her first job as a garden center manager at a small operation in her hometown, Kinston, NC. A few years later, she moved to Atlanta, Georgia, and became a Quality Control Supervisor for a large interiorscaping company. She fell in love with houseplants during this time and became very knowledgeable about them.
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