Thriving Food Forest Design

Edible Perennial Forest Nursery. Top products: nut trees, fruit trees, shrubs, herbs, perennial plants. Thriving Food Forest Design specializes in the design and installation of permaculture-based orchards and edible forest systems tailored for Midwest zones 5-7. The business functions as both a horticultural design consultancy and a direct source for perennial plant material, including fruit trees, nut-producing trees, shrubs, and herbs. Their operational model focuses on converting unused pastures into self-sufficient, low-maintenance food forests that provide long-term yield. They offer comprehensive services ranging from site mapping, soil analysis, and water planning to the physical supply and installation of plant guilds. Targeting landowners and property owners interested in food security and sustainable land management, they utilize permaculture design principles to integrate diverse plant species into resilient ecosystems. Their offerings include project-specific plant lists, professional site walks, and the recommendation of specialized gardening tools like broadforks to facilitate soil preparation and sustainable cultivation.