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“I’ve always been a farm girl at heart. I love digging in the dirt; it soothes my soul.”

I grew up in Baltimore in a row home—far from the countryside—but I was lucky enough to live on a corner lot, which meant we had more yard space than most. My mom was an avid gardener, always growing Maryland’s legendary tomatoes, beans, and strawberries. I owe my love of gardening to her.

In 2008, I started raising chickens in my small yard in Midtown Coeur d’Alene. Few people kept chickens within city limits, so I began blogging about my experiences in 2009. Backyard coops are everywhere today, and I still enjoy sharing the ups and downs of chicken-keeping.

Heirloom tomatoes are my true gardening passion. Knowing that a tomato in my garden could have been in Thomas Jefferson’s, there’s something magical about growing varieties with history. This passion turned into a seasonal business where I sell heirloom tomatoes, vegetables, and herbs through my online store.

I became a certified Idaho Master Gardener in 2017, fulfilling a long-time goal. Although I’d been gardening for years, the course taught me just how much more there is to learn! Now, through my consulting and coaching services, I help others grow successful gardens, sharing the joy and optimism of each season.  Read how one packet of tomato seeds launched my gardening business.

About Candace

Candace Godwin | The Coeur d'Alene CoopCandace recently retired and closed Godwin Marketing Communications after a 35-year career in marketing.

She received a Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness from the University of Idaho, with minors in advertising and journalism. Candace is also a certified Idaho Master Gardener through the University of Idaho Extension.

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Ooooh, I can't live without you! Just a quick peek at today's pickings! Lots of lemon yellow Taxi, a humongous Gloria's Treat (a dwarf plant that produces full-size fruit), a few Gold Medals, the first of the Valdichianas, and assorted cherry types. Images 2,3,4: Cherry Ember, I love the red and orange stripes and Baby Roma. Both are sweet and delicious!#thecoeurdalenecoop #tomatoharvest #summersweettomatoes #summersunshine #homegrowntomatoes ... See MoreSee Less

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Ooooh, I can't live without you! Just a quick peek Ooooh, I can't live without you! Just a quick peek at today's pickings! Lots of lemon yellow Taxi, a humongous Gloria's Treat (a dwarf plant that produces full-size fruit), a few Gold Medals, the first of the Valdichianas, and assorted cherry types.  Images 2,3,4: Cherry Ember, I love the red and orange stripes and Baby Roma. Both are sweet and delicious!

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