Ginger's Garden
Garden Enhancement & Season Extension Proposal — 2026
Project Overview
Ginger's existing raised bed garden has strong structural foundations and an established growing rhythm. The focus of this 2026 enhancement plan is to increase productivity, extend the harvest season, and improve plant performance within the current footprint.
This is a refinement project — not a full redesign.
The primary objectives are:
- Increase early-season growing capacity
- Improve crop succession planning
- Strengthen soil fertility and structure
- Maximize yield within existing raised beds
- Install season extension infrastructure for spring and fall harvest gains
This proposal outlines a structured design plan and installation of season extension components to support a longer, more productive 2026 garden season.
Project Location: 9606 Meadowlark Court, Saline, MI 48176 Proposed Start: Late Winter / Early Spring 2026 Growing Zone: Michigan Zone 5b–6a
Scope of Work
Design & Layout Plan
- Scaled layout refinements for both raised beds
- Early spring planting strategy
- Summer crop succession plan
- Fall planting and overwintering recommendations
- Soil amendment and fertility recommendations
- Variety selection for productivity and resilience
- Supplier list (local and reputable online sources)
- Detailed spacing diagrams and planting notes
Deliverable: Digital planting plan + written implementation guide.
Season Extension Installation
Upon design approval:
- Installation of hoop supports over designated beds
- Securing and fitting of season extension fabric
- Structural adjustments for wind stability
- Integration with planting plan timeline
This infrastructure will allow for earlier spring planting and extended fall harvests.
All installation work performed personally by Healthy Backyard Gardens.
Materials & Procurement Structure
Materials may include:
- Hoop materials and hardware
- Season extension fabric
- Compost and soil amendments
- Seeds and plant starts
- Organic fertilizers (if needed)
Pricing Model:
- Retail Materials: Pass-through pricing
- Wholesale Materials: Split-the-discount structure
- Procurement Coordination Fee: 10%
This ensures transparent material costs while maintaining professional sourcing and coordination.
Investment
Design & Layout Plan
Standard Rate: $1,175 Portfolio Partner Rate: $950
Season Extension Installation
Hoops + Fabric Installation: $225
Materials
Billed at pass-through retail or shared wholesale pricing.
Total Professional Services Investment (Materials not included)
Portfolio Partnership Agreement
Special Portfolio Development Rate
This project qualifies for a Portfolio Development Rate in exchange for:
- Professional photography access to the completed garden
- Usage rights for website, educational materials, and marketing
- Permission to document seasonal progress
In recognition of this collaboration, the Design & Layout Plan is offered at a reduced rate of $950 (standard rate $1,175).
This partnership applies only to this project and does not establish ongoing discounted pricing.