Diana Maranhao

About the Author

Diana Maranhao is a passionate horticulturist and gardening expert with over two decades of experience cultivating thriving edible landscapes in the challenging climates of the Rocky Mountain region. Born and raised in the foothills of Colorado, she has dedicated her career to helping gardeners overcome high-altitude hurdles, short growing seasons, and variable weather to produce bountiful harvests of fruits and vegetables. As a sought-after speaker at regional gardening conferences and a contributor to local agricultural publications, Maranhao empowers home growers with practical, science-based advice tailored to the unique soils and ecosystems of Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Utah, and Wyoming. Her work emphasizes sustainable practices, native plant integration, and the joy of farm-to-table living in mountainous terrains.