Episode 319

Sara Rubens

Seed to Sanctuary

by | Jul 28, 2025

Sara Rubens Seed to Sanctuary

In this episode, Jeff interviews Sara Rubens, the founder of Seed to Sanctuary, a business focused on creating beautiful and edible kitchen gardens. 

Sara shares her journey from Washington State to North Carolina, her passion for gardening, and the therapeutic benefits of growing your own food. She discusses her unique approach to gardening, emphasizing the importance of integrating gardens into daily life and the joy it brings to her clients. 

The conversation also touches on community connections, local partnerships, and the intentional scaling of her business to maintain a personal touch.

Seed to Sanctuary

Special mentions:
Brawley Seed Co.
Flatiron Kitchen + Taphouse
Mandolino’s
Whit’s Frozen Custard

Jeff Hamm

About the Host:

Jeff Hamm is the creator and producer of The Best of LKN. He’s a local real estate agent and digital marketing professional.

Since 2020, Jeff has been sharing the stories of Lake Norman’s most inspiring small businesses and nonprofits.

When he isn’t working, you can usually find Jeff boating, playing pickleball, cycling local greenways, and taking walks with his dogs Sam and Maisy.

Jeff Hamm
NC Real Estate Broker
Lake Norman | High Country
www.LKNreal.com

Photo credit: LKN Images by Kathleen Martin

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