Jo

Jo has loved the natural world all her life, and since moving to the PNW over twenty years ago, she has learned the power of plants and gardening. Her journey with Backyard Habitat began in 2019 when her yard was certified, and her interest in native plants and desire to restore our land has continued to blossom. Jo enjoys hiking where she often pauses to identify native plants, visiting nurseries, birding, reading, traveling, and spending time with her family and her cats, which she keeps inside to create a safe environment for birds and other welcome creatures. She finds joy in sharing her native plant knowledge, and loves to help her friends garden. When not caring for her yard, you’ll find Jo with her family, exploring Oregon and beyond.