Theodore Payne Foundation for Wild Flowers and Native Plants includes the garden every year on its annual tour, drawing hundreds to the garden. The Gottlieb Native Garden has also received national recognition, including a profile in The New York Times. In the twenty-five years since Susan removed the ivy from her husband’s property, the Gottlieb Native Garden has become one of the most renowned and mature native gardens in the country.
By sharing her story with the world, Susan hopes to inspire others to convert their traditional gardens to native gardens.