About Us
About Lunaria Gardens &
Kristen Jas Vietty
Growing on several lots across West Philly, I work with flora farmed, foraged, and gleaned from our urban habitat. Lunaria’s specialty, human-scale practices are informed by a background in visual art, agroecology, music, and dance. In all areas, my mission is to celebrate connection with each other and our environments. The fleeting beauty of flowers reminds us to be present in this uniquely special time and place.
I start seeds in the Fairmount Horticulture Center greenhouse, prune branches from Philadelphia Orchard Project fruit trees, untangle invasive vines from nature centers, source from local farmer collectives, design in an abandoned rowhome-turned-studio, and compost clippings to organically feed the gardens.
Lunaria seeks to celebrates biological diversity and reflect the seasonal bounty of our region, while offsetting some of the social, economic, and environmental justice issues that plague the traditional floral industry. A portion of proceeds, product, and volunteer service is donated to local grassroots organizations advancing social and environmental justice. Subsidized rates are available for LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and activists.
Community partnerships
Philadelphia Orchard Project
Soil Generation
Ahimsa House Community Garden
Philadelphia Bail Fund
The Food Trust
Fairmount Park Conservancy
Greensgrow
Tree Philly
Farm on Florence