Aun’Yiea Smith

Aun’Yiea is a high-spirited individual with a passion for holistic and herbal wellness, as well as personal growth. She recently earned her Master’s in Public Health with a specialization in Epidemiology. In 2020, she founded Herbal Rootz, a handmade herbal hair care line created with love and dedication to empower individuals on their hair journey, fostering confidence and self-assurance. Known for her inquisitive nature, she thrives on discovering new insights and innovative approaches to life. Aun’Yiea is from St. Louis, MO and has enjoyed every part of her gardening journey over the past 3 years. She is excited to embark on this journey, eager to share, learn, and grow alongside others.

Get Involved

Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just starting to dig in the dirt, we’re thrilled to have you join our gardening community. So grab your gloves and a sense of curiosity—there’s a place for you here, and we can’t wait to grow together!

Aun’Yiea Smith

Urban Agriculture Specialist

Aun’Yiea is a high-spirited individual with a passion for holistic and herbal wellness, as well as personal growth. She recently earned her Master’s in Public Health with a specialization in Epidemiology. In 2020, she founded Herbal Rootz, a handmade herbal hair care line created with love and dedication to empower individuals on their hair journey, fostering confidence and self-assurance. Known for her inquisitive nature, she thrives on discovering new insights and innovative approaches to life. Aun’Yiea is from St. Louis, MO and has enjoyed every part of her gardening journey over the past 3 years. She is excited to embark on this journey, eager to share, learn, and grow alongside others.

1st Annual Community Garden Tour

November 3rd | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

This self-guided tour will provide the opportunity to tour over 20 community gardens across three counties while learning about best gardening practices, meeting neighbors, and basking in the serene delight that community gardens bring!

Tampa Bay Lightning Events

Grab your ticket to the Community Garden Tour and a chance to win two tickets to a Tampa Bay Lightning game of your choice! Don’t miss out—dig in and score big!