A Welcome from Your Garden Curator
Welcome to Garden Moxie, where gardens become more than spaces—they’re stories, sanctuaries, and sources of timeless beauty. I’m Sue Libertiny, a lifelong gardener inspired by gardens of the past. By sharing historical wisdom and simple ideas, I want to inspire you to transform your everyday spaces into something special.
Gardens aren’t just for growing flowers. Gardens help us escape the stress of every day life. People are re-evaluating what it means to live well. We’re tired of hustle culture, of screens, of rushing through life. Gardening gives us something different. Something real.
My Story
My gardening journey began in Michigan, where I first fell in love with the quiet beauty of ornamental gardens. Now in Kentucky, I am building a temporary garden while we build a home on our 20-acre property. I’m crafting this new chapter alongside my husband, Tom.
Visits to historic estates like Fallingwater and the legacy of gardeners like Gertrude Jekyll and William Robinson fuel my passion for blending history with modern creativity. I’m inspired by the Arts and Crafts Movement. I believe gardens connect us to nature’s calm and God’s creation, no matter the setting. Whether it’s a temporary patio or a sprawling estate, I’m here to show that we can surround ourselves with beauty.
Gardens are More than pretty flowers
Surrounding ourselves with beauty and nature helps us deal with the stresses of daily life. Our gardens are a sanctuary. An escape.
Gardening is a way to unwind. Gardens are a source of inspiration, and a creative outlet that is wonderfully affordable. From tips on making your garden a stress-free retreat to DIY projects that’ll add a touch of green to your living space, I’ve got loads of ideas waiting for you.
sharing What I’ve Learned About Home Gardening
My husband, Tom, also helps. He is the certified ditch digger (I certified him following a very rigorous procedure), photographer, and the official “figure-out-how-to-build-this-thing-we-need” guy.
I love gardening and I trained as a Master Gardener at Michigan State University, completed garden design courses, and now spend every free moment in the garden.
My humble beginnings are proof that you can build a beautiful home garden too. Let’s grow and learn together.