Gardening has been an important part of human culture since the dawn of civilization. Persians and Egyptians were some of the earliest to expand upon the simple practices of growing plants. As upper-class elites began to gain prominence, gardening became a symbol of status. British explorers in the 16th and 17th centuries brought back tropical plants from their travels which were grown in glass houses or planted as bedding plants outdoors. William Robinson was one of the first to challenge Victorian ideals by proposing a more natural style of gardening which he referred to as ‘wild Gardening’.

When settlers came to America, they incorporated the gardening traditions of their homeland. This often included ornamental plants which reflected the British Isles. Recently, native plants have started to become more popular in public spaces. These gardens tend to mimic nature and take inspiration from it. Down To Earth Services is an anti-trend store that focuses on growing native plants in Missouri. We believe in growing with nature and aim to create an authentic American style of gardening.