Gardening Changed More Than My Garden
It changed the way I slow down, learn and live.
My Story
Every garden has a beginning. Here’s mine.
I’m Lannie Armstrong—a wife and passionate backyard gardener in Maryland, USA. I love gardening year-round and sharing practical tips to help others grow food and flowers, no matter how small their space.
Gingerfoot Garden began with an unexpected stop during a walk with a friend in the spring of 2019. We came across a truck parked on the side of the road selling plants at bargain prices. On a whim, I brought home a couple of ornamental plants.
The funny thing is, I never considered myself someone with a green thumb. As I walked home, I kept wondering, “How am I going to keep these plants alive?”
That simple question led me down a path I never expected. I spent countless hours watching gardening videos, reading articles, and soaking up as much information as I could. At first, I just wanted those plants to survive. Before long, I wanted them to thrive—and somewhere along the way, I fell completely in love with gardening.
What started as curiosity quickly became so much more. Learning about gardening became my favorite form of entertainment. It satisfied my love of learning, gave me a reason to spend more time outdoors, and even became my workout. During the pandemic, when so much of life slowed down, my little garden became a place of peace, purpose, and joy.
I had no idea that buying those first few plants would grow into the passion—and the community—that Gingerfoot Garden is today.
Behind the Garden
A glimpse into my everyday.
Things You Might Not Know About Me
Married to Michael
Cat mom to Precious & Snickers
Filipino by birth, American at heart
Why Gingerfoot Garden?
My home garden started on our patio and deck. One day, while I was transplanting lettuce seedlings, my husband took photos of me. When I saw them, I asked him to crop one because my “ginger foot” was showing.
In the Philippines, wrinkly feet are jokingly called “luyang paa,” or “ginger foot.” We laughed, and my husband said it should be the name of my garden.
The more I thought about it, the more I liked it—it was quirky and a reminder that gardening doesn’t have to be perfect.
A few weeks later, I created an Instagram account and named it Gingerfoot Garden.
I just wanted to share my garden, but it grew into something much bigger. I’ve connected with gardeners around the world, building a community that shares a love for growing and learning together.
It’s funny how a joke about my wrinkly feet became something that brings me so much joy.
Why I Started Sharing
I started this blog and my other channels because I wish someone had shown me that gardening doesn’t have to be perfect to be productive. If I can learn with trial and error, so can you.
My goal is simple: to help you grow food at home with confidence, no matter the space.
My Garden Today
I garden in a small backyard in Maryland Zone 7.
I use every square foot I have to grow food my family loves.
Raised Beds
Containers
Vertical Growing
Small Backyard
My Mission
I believe gardening isn’t about growing perfect vegetables.
-Lannie
It’s about growing confidence, patience, hope, and s home you love spending time in.
Let’s Grow Together
Whether you’re just starting out or have been gardening for years, I’m here to encourage you every step of the way.
I’m so glad you’re here!
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