About the Author
Amanda Thomsen is a horticulturist, garden designer, and the author of Backyard Adventure. She is the founder of Aster Gardens, an indoor plant and garden boutique that specializes in fun, functional landscaping. She is also a regular contributor to Fine Gardening Magazine and Green Profit Magazine. Amanda lives in the suburbs of Chicago with her husband and daughter. She can be found online at kissmyaster.com and on Instagram @KissMyAster and @Shop.Aster.Gardens.
