reignite joy, curiosity, and reciprocal relationship with ourselves, earth mother, and non-human kin. we are building more than just gardens - we are shedding ourselves of systemic expectations... slowing movement, lessening our consumption, growing medicine, & building habitats.

land care

with Ashley

my journey

for the past two decades, i have layered on many hats - artist, classroom educator, project manager, and curriculum designer. across the country, i have used my expertise of creativity and interpersonal attunement to facilitate spaces of discomfort, truth-telling, and joy for institutional leadership development. i have loved each collaboration, yet still felt disconnected from the world.

navigating challenging life events and work stress, i began as most do with walking and meditating. for the past five years this practice has grown into

managing an acre homestead in south phoenix
crafting herbal medicine
harvesting, preserving, and canning veggies & herbs
outdoor camping instructor for play, wonder, and rest
making peace with insects and building pollinator habitats
educating on plant maintenance after installation of hardscape
a community host with the Free Garden Exchange Stand network
volunteer sheepshearing for Native elders at Black Mesa
working at Desert Botanical Garden in the Horticulture and Research Departments
completing the ASU Urban Nature Community Trade School
a current student of the UofA Master Gardener Training Program (November graduation)

sharing my knowledge of land care with others is one of my greatest joys. thank you for getting to know me and the work i love.

ashley hare

my process

listening first

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tailored solutions

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community focused

i offer a free 20 minute consultation on the phone to understand your unique need. we might not be the right fit, but i won't leave you hanging!

i come to you in-person or virtually for a one-hour walkthrough together. we co-create a roadmap of care and education needed. this initial walkthrough and roadmap starts at $120/hr with sliding scale. We can discuss your garden beds, sun exposing, pruning methods, etc. - bring it all for our first walk-through! Come prepared with direct questions and concerns.

everyone deserves support to develop their land care practices, so slide scales and barter payments are always an option. i do not turn someone away due to funds. i do care for my low-income mother, disabled father, and my own child, and i acknowledge the complexity of capitalizing off the land to feed my families. My time and knowledge is important, and so is both our wallets.

schedule a consultation with ashley

602.456.0224 (call or text)

ashley@solunaz.com

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care and community

there are some care services and community gatherings coming up

Gathering - Annual Fire Cider Making

Fire cider is a spicy fermented vinegar that brings together a variety of herbal ingredients to produce immune-boosting support, especially during the winter months.

Home Sorting and Organizing

Sometimes you need an extra hand or heart to organize yours or a loved ones belongings. We offer strategies to guide your difficult decisions of what to keep, sell, or donate. Sessions are a minimum of 5 hours, with session pricing ranging from $625 to $2,800.

When sorting through yours or a loved one's belongings, it is crucial to locate and secure important documents. Once found, store these documents in a secure location to protect them from loss or damage. We also provide asset checklists to help find all accounts in one's name. Guidance ranges from $155 to $220 an hour.

Locating Documents and Asset Management

Changing the Locks

Ensure yours or your loved one’s belongings are safe and secure until you can sort through everything. If the property was rented, we help you communicate promptly with the landlord to discuss appropriate security measures. Services range from $175 to $600 depending on type and number of locks.

Home Cleanouts

Time for a cleanout - From food to furniture, we utilize earth-friendly solutions for item removal. We sort through items to identify those suitable for donation to local charities, ensuring that usable goods find new homes rather than ending up in landfills. Pricing discussed during consultation.

Yard Clean Up and Landscaping

We work with certified arborists, local master gardeners, and community garden programs to care for the land around the property. We stop the City or HOA calling about overgrown weeds. If you decide to sell or rent, we can give recommendations on low maintenance landscaping. Pricing discussed during consultation.

Monthly Grief Circles

Free monthly grief circles offer a compassionate and supportive environment for individuals who are navigating the difficult journey of loss. These gatherings provide a safe space for participants to share their feelings, experiences, and memories with others who understand the profound impact of grief, helping to alleviate feelings of isolation that often accompany loss.

Property Management

So you can handle hospice transfers, funeral arrangements and other tasks, we maintain any property during life disruptions, ensuring payment of rent, mortgage, utilities, insurance, taxes, and inspections. If contractors are required for fixes or updates, we can manage these jobs as well. Pricing discussed during consultation.

Photography and Videography

Photographing assets and real estate property is a crucial aspect in accurately assessing and documenting their condition, which is vital in insurance claims processing, and selling of items. Pricing is discussed during consultation of type and volume of items.