Greenhouse Sunrise

Honoring Our Roots, Embracing Our Future

Soul Miner’s Eden was founded on the belief that working the land, cultivating beauty, and connecting with nature nourishes the soul. From the very beginning, we set out to add value—not just to the land, but to the lives of those around us.

We started by growing hydroponic and all-natural lettuce, supplying fresh greens to local restaurants and markets. Our mission was simple: provide high-quality, nutrient-rich produce while embracing sustainable farming practices. But in 2020, when the devastation of food supply chains hit during COVID, we witnessed firsthand how deeply it impacted our local farming friends and our community.

In response, we launched the Farm Box Program, offering fresh, locally sourced produce directly to the community at the height of the pandemic. It was a time of resilience, creativity, and deep connection—reminding us that food is more than just sustenance. Food is the anchor of any culture. It puts the “culture” in agriculture.

Unfortunately, as the post-pandemic economy shifted, supply chain disruptions and economic downturns forced us to shut down our greenhouse and lettuce operations. While this chapter of our journey ended, our commitment to growing, sharing, and nourishing remains.

Farm Box Produce
Farm Athens GA

Today, we focus on land stewardship, garden and landscape supply, and natural growing solutions. Our UPICK flower fields invite visitors to reconnect with nature, while our mulch, compost, soil, and essential oils help gardeners and landscapers cultivate their own thriving spaces. And, because food remains at the heart of everything we do, we continue to share recipes that celebrate the harvest and the rich traditions that bring people together.

At Soul Miner’s Eden, whether you’re picking flowers, enhancing your landscape, or tending a garden, we’re here to help you grow something beautiful—naturally. 🌻🌿

The Story Behind The Name:

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The name Soul Miner’s Eden was inspired in the earliest days of the farm’s transformation. Right after purchasing the land, I spent hours on a tractor and chainsaw, clearing invasive species like Chinese privet and Bradford pears, reclaiming overgrown fields, and restoring pond dams that had been neglected for over 20 years. As I toiled, I listened to John Mark Comer’s book Garden City: Work, Rest, and the Art of Being Human—a book that profoundly shaped how I saw this land and our work.

Comer writes:

“We’re called to a very specific kind of work—to make a Garden-like world where image bearers can flourish and thrive.”

This resonates deeply. This farm was more than just land—it was a calling to cultivate, restore, and steward creation in a way that reflected God’s original design.

He also says:

“Our job is to make the invisible God visible — to mirror and mimic what He is like to the world.”

That is the heart behind Soul Miner’s Eden. Our work—whether it’s tending flowers, improving soil, or supplying farmers and gardeners—exists to bring order to creation, honor the land, and help others cultivate their own piece of Eden.

This farm is not just about products—it’s about purpose. Whether you’re here to pick flowers, improve your land, or care for your garden, we’re honored to be part of your journey. 🌻🌿

Sustainable

Everything we do is meant to add value to not only our own lives but also to the land and living things in our care. We believe in farming God’s way and use practices that help restore land back to its original Eden, while we get to enjoy the fruit of its harvest!

Family

Our farm is here to teach future generations the importance of sustainable agriculture. We believe in educating our children because they have the power to change the world.

Community

We believe community warms the soul. Our staff works hard to provide the community with fresh natural food from a local source. We want to inspire the community to come together around a table through premium lettuce and veggies.

Our Team

Mary Gilbert
Greenhouse Guru
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Sharon Lichey
Grammy-need we say more.
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Alyssa Rauton
Our Poultry Go-To
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Brittany Gokalp
Vegan Steak Lover
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Mike Usry
Founder. Farmer
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Karin Usry
Princess Chef
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Monique Jacques Cooper
French by heritage. Italian by experience.
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