The Skill Tree

Welcome, gardener. From learning to doing to becoming, the Skill Tree is where knowledge blooms into ability—and ability into real-world impact.

Study the Grimoire

Begin your journey with the Grimoire, a growing library of foundational modules rooted in ecological gardening practices. Choose between:

Learn at your own pace, or explore the paths together in a guided session. Build the knowledge needed to unlock abilities and begin your first Quest.

Unlock Abilities

As you progress through the Grimoire, you’ll unlock new abilities—tangible skills that let you take action in your garden and community.

Example Abilities:

  • Assessing soil physical and chemical properties

  • Mapping your garden site

  • Curating goal-driven plant pallets

Each ability shapes your unique Proficiency Profile, helping you grow into the kind of gardener you most want to become—and opening the path to new Quests.

Complete Quests

Once you’ve gained key Abilities, you’ll unlock Quests—real-life actions that show your growth and benefit your community.

Quests may include:
• Design a haven for your chosen pollinator
• Craft a soil improvement plan
• Design a native and edible plant guild


Your skills come to life through action, earning you Stewardship Points and advancing your journey through a progression path that reflects your strengths, values, and goals.