Deserae Lindsley is an urban homesteader and passionate gardener based in South Austin, Texas. Inspired by her grandfather’s backyard garden, she began cultivating her own love for plants early on. ⁣ A former hairdresser, she leaned into gardening during the pandemic and now maintains a thriving vegetable, pollinator, and citrus garden—alongside backyard chickens—on less than a quarter-acre. ⁣ Deserae specializes in small-space, climate-smart gardening, using techniques like microclimate planning, dense planting, and shade cloths to thrive in Texas’ extreme weather. She’s an advocate for starting small, learning by doing, and embracing the patience gardening teaches.