Meet Kristen Svorka
Hi! I’m Kristen, the founder of Sproutwell—a company born from my background in design and architecture, a deep fascination with gardening, and an unstoppable curiosity about the magic of growing food.
I’m passionate about making edible gardening more approachable, less intimidating, and budget-friendly. My home garden is my testing ground, where I experiment with simple, enjoyable ways to grow fresh food. I also love sharing recipes and playful cooking tutorials to inspire home cooks and celebrate the joy of garden-to-kitchen eating.
I’m currently pursuing a Gardening Certification through the New York Botanical Garden and continuing my studies in organic gardening and permaculture at Cornell’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
Previously, I volunteered as a vegetable farmer at Glynwood Center for Regional Food and Farming, a regenerative farm in Cold Spring, NY—where I ended each day completely exhausted and deeply fulfilled.
Growing food connects us to the earth & to what we eat.
At Sproutwell, we see growing food as more than a hobby—it’s a movement. It’s a way to reestablish our connection to the earth and the food we eat. Gardening, even on a small scale, brings us closer to the rhythms of nature, teaching us patience, respect, and appreciation for the resources that sustain us.
Read more about our philosophy here.
Giving Back
Community Garden DONATIONS
A portion of the profit of every Design & Build project will be donated to a local community garden focused on creating a more environmentally sustainable and equitable world.
School Garden Program
Every year we will select a school to donate free garden design and installation services. If you are an educator and interested in having an edible garden installed at your school, we would love to hear from you.