About Us

Cheshire Cat Organic Gardens is a small company specializing in gardens which are sustainable for both the client and the environment. We are interested in helping clients who have come to the conclusion that organic gardens are the way to go but do not know what steps to take to get there.

At our first meeting, we survey the existing landscape and gardens and advise how these can be worked in a way that will do no harm to, and will enhance, the health of the environment. This may be by improving soil fertility, by reducing the size of lawn, by replacing invasive plants with appropriate vegetation, by adding plants to attract birds, butterflies, and other wildlife, or by planting the right plant in the right place to reduce the need for irrigation.

As the relationship evolves, we work with the client to enhance their garden, whether as mentor, designer or both. We specialize in smaller gardens or garden rooms within the larger landscape. We endeavor to design gardens that realistically fit the client’s lifestyle and are simple to maintain.

The Owner

For nearly 20 years, the owner, Denise Pegrum, has been designing, installing and maintaining her own gardens. She has gained practical experience by working for two landscape companies and volunteering in the grounds of Tower Hill Botanic Garden.

Denise completed her Certificate in Landscaping at the New England School of Gardening at Tower Hill Botanic Garden. She is also working towards her Certificate in Native Plant Studies at New England Wild Flower Society.

Denise is a NOFA accredited organic landcare professional.

On June 29th, 2008, the Pegrum garden was included in the Annual Residential Garden Tour organized by Tower Hill Botanic Garden.