John Cretti

About the Author

John Cretti is a seasoned horticulturist and gardening enthusiast with over two decades of experience cultivating thriving landscapes across the Rocky Mountain region. Born and raised in the rugged terrains of Colorado, he has dedicated his career to demystifying the unique challenges of high-altitude gardening, from frost-resistant planting to seasonal soil management. As a sought-after consultant and contributor to regional agricultural publications, Cretti empowers home gardeners with practical, month-by-month strategies to achieve year-round beauty in their outdoor spaces. His approachable expertise shines through in his writings, blending scientific precision with the joy of nurturing nature in Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Utah, and Wyoming. Through his work, Cretti inspires a new generation of gardeners to transform their backyards into resilient havens amid the mountains.