Instructor: Marissa Renz

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Marissa Renz is the owner of Plant Happiness LLC, a garden consultation and design company located in Fort Wayne. After receiving her B.S. in Public Policy, Environmental Affairs, she received training in the Purdue Extension Master Gardener, Master Naturalist, and Urban Agriculture programs.  In 2023, she completed the Oregon State University Professional Permaculture Design Program. In the last decade, Marissa has worked in property management, provided designs and installations for clients, permaculture, community education, and organic market gardening.  Marissa's research of plants and garden design focuses on creating visually appealing outdoor spaces that also operate as balanced and functional ecosystems.


Learn more about Marissa here. Be sure to check out her interview below.

Classes by this instructor


Call of the Wild: The New Role in Home Landscaping

Call of the Wild: The New Role in Home Landscaping
From improved soil quality and water filtration, to providing resources for humans, pollinators, butterflies, and birds, we can harness the growing power of plants in our own backyards. Gain a brief overview of the many benefits of native plants and how we can incorporate them into beautiful gardens, while also creating healthy and functional ecosystems.
Wednesday, May 7, 2025, Doermer School of Business Bldg, Room 250