homestead | ˈhōmˌsted |

(n). a house, especially a farmhouse, and outbuildings.

home for all your homestead needs.

building. maintenance. infrastructure.

Common Meadow gardens will build garden beds to suit.  With many different options for lumber we work on an individual basis to create something that is consistent with the aesthetic of your property. Whether it is cedar, railroad ties or live edge hardwood we service each project differently and cater to what our clients needs and wants are.

We also can set up your irrigation systems and any fencing needs.  We can supply plants, seedlings and source any compost, soil, livestock, coops and animal housing. With our extensive list of connections, suppliers and breeders, we are your one stop shop for all your homestead needs."

We sharpen your vision + execute a plan. 

As farmers specializing in regenerative agriculture, we will empower you with our diverse knowledge of plants, crop rotation, soil amendments, growing conditions, and organic practices to ensure your garden is a success.

Interested in raising livestock? We can help you get started with backyard chickens, or help turn your homestead into a full fledged farm with our experience raising turkeys, goats, sheep, cattle, pigs, llamas, and more.

reconnecting with food + landscape

Things that used to be foundational to our lives have become foreign.  We’re here to reconnect you with your land and food while enhancing the aesthetic of your property.

Reducing carbon footprints with sustainable practices.

Empowering communities.

Resources for food preservation, medicinal herbs + harvesting.

meet your team

Nick Dunbar

Long time gentleman farmer of Dunbar Farm and Sunny Acre, Nick Specializes in container gardens, livestock and design. A curator of experience, including intimate farm-to-table dinners and large events, he values both function and aesthetic. His prowess in farm and agriculture properties has also positioned him as a senior top producing real estate agent with presence across multiple states.

Taylor James

Taylor manages Flipside Farm CSA in Bedminster, growing diversified produce, cut flowers and livestock. His career and passion for food remains an ongoing testament to the community food and farming can cultivate, and he looks forward to fostering that vision within our neighborhoods.

We will grow with you

every step of the way.

Garden Consulting + Coaching
$100/hr

Whether it’s a new garden design or revamping your existing homestead, our  60-minute private sessions allow us to tailor your experience exactly to your goals. We will educate you on each season's growing possibilities, garden set-up + planting layout, livestock and/or your brand new homestead design. We will help you imagine the possibilities for your landscape and give you the resources to achieve them.

let’s get growing!

Maintenance
$75/hr

We offer hourly maintenance for those times when life gets a little too busy to keep up with your garden. We will weed, prune, harvest, etc. to keep your garden looking beautiful and producing.

Neighborhood CSA

Don’t want to grow it all yourself? Corral a few interested neighbors and we will help plan + build your own neighborhood CSA (community supported agriculture) with a wide variety of food. Teamwork makes the dream work, after all! (We had to).

Complimentary Site Visit

Not sure where to start…? Let’s brainstorm.

“The most environmentally friendly product is the one you didn’t buy.” —Joshua Becker