Cultivating the future
Hello! I'm Caden Ryan, and this is where passion for horticulture continues to grow. As an undergraduate horticulture student, florist, nature lover, and aspiring conservationist, it is my mission to aid in providing a world where nature and humanity can be mutualists. As I continue to pour myself into local horticultural practices and projects, I hope to create a foundation of respect for all life as I teach those around me the importance of sustainability and respect.
Welcome
I am dedicated to supporting local agriculture and sharing my horticultural expertise. With hands-on experience and a commitment to excellence with my every work or venture, I encourage you to explore my site and dive into the many ways that plants have shaped me to be an exceptional candidate for whatever horticultural endeavors I may face.
Involvement
Below are a few of the many ways I love to involve myself with the horticulture around me. Read a brief description of each activity before clicking "Read more"!
Academics
Expanding my knowledge and getting hands-on experience with all things horticulture, landscape, and arboriculture at Auburn University.
Floristry
Bringing joy to those around me with the power of horticulture by creating beautiful floral arrangements for clients.
Leadership
Implementing leadership skills and practices in areas outside of academics and horticulture to further expand my abilities within the field.
My Plants
Exhibiting my commitment to understanding the green world as I dedicate my time to caring for a large and ever-growing tropical plant collection.
About me
My name is Caden Ryan, I am currently an undergraduate student at Auburn University pursuing my bachelor's degree in Horticulture, with a focus in Nursery and Greenhouse Science. Born in Salem, Alabama, it was rare that I wasn't constantly surrounded by the south's beautiful and diverse scenery. For as long as I can remember, I have been enthralled by nature and it's effervescence. As a very young child I often caught lizards, snakes, or any other small animals I could find. I could almost always be found outside with dirt encrusted under my fingernails and a smile on my face. I like to think that my grandparents instilled this intense love of nature in me, as I can't remember a Sunday I wasn't picking fruits in the Garden with my Nana, or tending to the chickens with my PawPaw. My favorite past-time at Nana and Paw's was to venture to the small stream that ran along the woods of their property, where I would sit and watch the mellifluous run of the water, or catch the salamanders that frequented its banks. As I continued to grow, I realized that I didn't feel much need to express myself or find solitary in other people, and that I had already found a level of comfort in the natural world around me. I often felt misunderstood and like I didn't belong, which only further strengthened the bond I had created with nature.
Growing together
I am a proud student of Auburn University's Horticulture program. I plan to persevere in my studies with dignity, and hope that I continue to make connections with the local flora around me. I am beyond grateful to have built relationships with others in my area who are passionate and knowledgable of horticulture. I hope to continue to do so, as well as create change and inform others of the many ways plants impact our lives!
Contact me
Location
Auburn, Alabama
United States