I am Jess Lawrence of Greenville, South Carolina. For 20 years, I was a teacher for Greenville County Schools and the Chandler School. I have raised two boys here (Go Red Raiders! and Go Tigers!) and enjoy living in Dunean with them, my partner Temple, and our English cream retriever Blaze and cat, Kitty Girl.

I have recently decided to follow my dreams of being my own boss doing something I have loved since I was 10 years old: yard work! As a kid I used to pull my lawnmower alongside my best friend Johnny, knocking on doors, asking for $10 an hour. The rate has changed slightly but my desire to spend time making the most out of local lawns and gardens remains. I hope to work hard to make sure your yard is a special, natural place for you to enjoy.