Discover my simple 5-part framework for getting a garden
planned in a morning!
If you love the idea of feeding your family fresh homegrown veggies from your garden but you’re just not sure what it takes to make it happen…
If you’re intimidated by the short growing season and don’t quite know where to start…
And if you’ve been holding back from starting your garden until you can get it just right....
I want to help you jumpstart your garden this spring!
Whether you’re new to cold climate gardening or you’ve tried but have had limited success, let’s get homegrown veggies on your plate this growing season, while making it simple, fun and easy.
If you’re intimidated by the short growing season and don’t quite know where to start…
And if you’ve been holding back from starting your garden until you can get it just right....
I want to help you jumpstart your garden this spring!
Whether you’re new to cold climate gardening or you’ve tried but have had limited success, let’s get homegrown veggies on your plate this growing season, while making it simple, fun and easy.
Yes, you CAN live in a cold climate and enjoy homegrown delicious vegetables!

Hi, I’m Kareen Erbe.
I’m a cold climate gardener, permaculture educator, garden design consultant and owner of Broken Ground. I help people in cold climates grow their own food so they can cultivate more resilience. I’ve taught thousands of people through my workshops, both live and online, and have consulted with aspiring gardeners for almost a decade.
It’s my mission to get as many people as possible building a resilient life that enables them to not only live their values and connect to their community but to feed their families safe and healthy food.
I live with my family on a suburban homestead in Bozeman, Montana, with large vegetable gardens, a food forest of fruit trees and berry bushes, a greenhouse, a pond and a flock of chickens.
Even with our short and unpredictable growing season, we manage to grow a good portion of our own food.
When I first entered the world of gardening, I was intimidated by everything I needed to learn. I took classes, volunteered on farms, read books and watched videos.
But it wasn’t until I actually had my own garden and put seeds in the soil that I really gained the confidence with my gardening skills.
I certainly didn’t start with a full-blown homestead!
I began on a small plot at a rental property, then expanded to a community garden, until eventually we were able to move into our own place. Like any gardener, there was a lot of trial and error along the way, as I figured out my site, my soil and what varieties did well in this climate.
But it wasn’t until I actually had my own garden and put seeds in the soil that I really gained the confidence with my gardening skills.
I certainly didn’t start with a full-blown homestead!
I began on a small plot at a rental property, then expanded to a community garden, until eventually we were able to move into our own place. Like any gardener, there was a lot of trial and error along the way, as I figured out my site, my soil and what varieties did well in this climate.
The Key is to Build a Garden you Can Grow Into
Most people, when they want to start gardening, get overwhelmed with “getting it all right.”
They think they need a lot of space, or that they need to have a ‘green thumb.’
After gardening for almost 15 years and teaching and consulting with hundreds of clients, here’s what I’ve discovered: when you’re starting out, all you need is a “Starter Garden”, a small plot to get you comfortable, confident and growing food straight away. Starting small and growing into your garden is the best way to ensure your long-term success.
And with just a bit of guidance and hand holding, it’s easier to get started than you think. Here are some of the key details you need to get right:
They think they need a lot of space, or that they need to have a ‘green thumb.’
After gardening for almost 15 years and teaching and consulting with hundreds of clients, here’s what I’ve discovered: when you’re starting out, all you need is a “Starter Garden”, a small plot to get you comfortable, confident and growing food straight away. Starting small and growing into your garden is the best way to ensure your long-term success.
And with just a bit of guidance and hand holding, it’s easier to get started than you think. Here are some of the key details you need to get right:
- What to plant
- When to plant
- Where to plant
- How to plant
Introducing:
THE STARTER GARDEN WORKSHOP
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 10AM - 1PM MST
A LIVE group workshop on Zoom that will give you the knowledge and confidence to plan and start a garden this spring so you’ll be eating fresh veggies this summer!
Using my 5-part “Starter Garden” framework, we will get your garden planned, a list of seeds for you to order, and a concrete plan for what you need to do in the spring.
Expect to walk away from our time together with the knowledge and confidence to make planting in the spring simple, fun and easy.
Expect to walk away from our time together with the knowledge and confidence to make planting in the spring simple, fun and easy.
Get your Own Step-by-Step "Starter Garden"

At the end of our time together, you’ll have:
Imagine having a clear plan for the growing season ahead, all done after our workshop together!
Get ready to:
- A GARDEN LAYOUT and a customized PLANTING CALENDAR
- A list of WHAT TO PLANT and WHEN, including the best veggies for a cold climate garden
- A list of SEEDS TO ORDER
- A list of SUPPLIES that you’ll need for the growing season
- A CONCRETE PLAN to get seeds in the ground come spring
Imagine having a clear plan for the growing season ahead, all done after our workshop together!
Get ready to:
- Walk out of your backdoor to do “groceries”
- Sit down to a delicious and nutritious meal that comes entirely from your garden
- Cut down on your grocery and watering bills
- Get healthy by eating from your garden on a daily basis
Here's what people say when they work with me:
I feel so much more confident gardening this year thanks to you!" - Lori Jo Berg |
"We are new to gardening. We learned a lot of great things that would have taken us years to learn if we didn't take this class." |
Kareen is a gifted and patient teacher and helped me truly understand how to create a self-sustaining garden. |
As a novice gardener, I feel so much more knowledgeable and confident in creating my first vegetable garden! Thank you! |
Plus these bonuses:
BONUS #1: My Attracting Pollinators Guide ($25 value)
A comprehensive manual covering the 3 steps you can take to attract more bees and butterflies into your garden, including lists of flowers and herbs you'll want to grow and additional resources for buying seeds and material.
A comprehensive manual covering the 3 steps you can take to attract more bees and butterflies into your garden, including lists of flowers and herbs you'll want to grow and additional resources for buying seeds and material.
BONUS #2: Four Season Garden Checklist ($25 value)
A detailed checklist of what to do in your garden every season. From seed starting to planting to fall cleanup and winter pruning, set yourself up for success this growing season!
BONUS #3: Broken Ground's Growing Guide ($300 value)
After our time working together, you'll still get my support! You'll receive an email in your inbox every week from April through October, telling you what you should be doing in your garden in real time.
A detailed checklist of what to do in your garden every season. From seed starting to planting to fall cleanup and winter pruning, set yourself up for success this growing season!
BONUS #3: Broken Ground's Growing Guide ($300 value)
After our time working together, you'll still get my support! You'll receive an email in your inbox every week from April through October, telling you what you should be doing in your garden in real time.
WHAT'S THIS PROGRAM WORTH?
If you were to work 1:1 with me, I’d charge $675 to get a client started with their garden.
With access to my bonuses above, this program is worth $1025.
Although, let’s face it, setting up a garden that feeds you in food and beauty throughout the growing
season is truly priceless.
If you were to work 1:1 with me, I’d charge $675 to get a client started with their garden.
With access to my bonuses above, this program is worth $1025.
Although, let’s face it, setting up a garden that feeds you in food and beauty throughout the growing
season is truly priceless.
IMAGINE:
- The pride and satisfaction of pulling your FIRST carrot out of the ground...
- The joy of eating a salad made out of YOUR homegrown ingredients...
- How fulfilling it will feel to FINALLY plant that garden you’ve been dreaming about...
- The peace of mind of knowing EXACTLY where your food comes from!
YOUR INVESTMENT?
$279
$279
Because this is a LIVE workshop, I'm putting a cap on the number of participants.
Spots are first come, first served so register today!
Spots are first come, first served so register today!

This class is for you if:
- You're ready to invest in a garden that is easy to implement
- You want a clear plan to help you successfully prepare, plant, and harvest an amazing garden
- You're committed to those family getaway weekends but want to make sure your garden is thriving without you
- You're excited to offer homegrown veggies at your next dinner party
I couldn't recommend more ANY class/workshop/consultation with this wise, funny, knowledgeable and effective teacher. Kareen knows her stuff and shares it beautifully. - Heather Baughman |
Kareen provided incredible guidance and information, but also put me in the driver’s seat and gave me the confidence to envision and build my new garden space. I no longer feel that all of my time is spent weeding and digging. Now I’m continuing to build a functional space, and it’s become so much more fun. |
FAQ'S
When do we meet?
We will be meeting on Saturday, February 6, from 10am - 1pm via zoom.
How long is the workshop?
The class will last three hours with plenty of breaks and time for Q&A.
What if I can’t make it for the workshop?
If the date doesn’t work for you, don’t worry, you’ll get full access to the recording after the event. After you watch it, you can feel free to email me with any follow-up questions.
Can’t I get all of this information for free by watching videos on youtube?
There is a lot of information out there about gardening, but that’s part of the problem. It’s hard to sift through what’s relevant for your yard, your climate and your lifestyle. This workshop is not only specific to cold climates, it’s a chance to get me LIVE to answer your specific questions and address your concerns.
Is this the right time?
Absolutely! Planning your garden now will allow you to be prepared once spring rolls around.
How do I register and buy the class?
Click here to buy and you’ll be taken to a secure site where you can enter your credit card information.
Do I need any additional software?
The only thing you need is a computer, access to the internet, and the ability to join a zoom call.
We will be meeting on Saturday, February 6, from 10am - 1pm via zoom.
How long is the workshop?
The class will last three hours with plenty of breaks and time for Q&A.
What if I can’t make it for the workshop?
If the date doesn’t work for you, don’t worry, you’ll get full access to the recording after the event. After you watch it, you can feel free to email me with any follow-up questions.
Can’t I get all of this information for free by watching videos on youtube?
There is a lot of information out there about gardening, but that’s part of the problem. It’s hard to sift through what’s relevant for your yard, your climate and your lifestyle. This workshop is not only specific to cold climates, it’s a chance to get me LIVE to answer your specific questions and address your concerns.
Is this the right time?
Absolutely! Planning your garden now will allow you to be prepared once spring rolls around.
How do I register and buy the class?
Click here to buy and you’ll be taken to a secure site where you can enter your credit card information.
Do I need any additional software?
The only thing you need is a computer, access to the internet, and the ability to join a zoom call.
Let's get your garden started together so you can get
planting this spring!
Don't miss out on the opportunity to enjoy fresh veggies from YOUR garden this summer!
Spots are first come, first served so register today!
Spots are first come, first served so register today!
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