Who’s The Plant Handler?

Hey you! I’m Cecelia Nieves, but many of you know me as “CJ” — the hands and heart behind The Plant Handler.

It all began in 2018 with a deep love for plants and a budding passion for floral design. By 2022, I stepped fully into my role as a full-time gardener and immersed myself in the world of floral artistry.

As I worked more closely with the land, I couldn’t help but question traditional florist — why use the foam? I felt a pull to combine my creative passion for flowers and Eco conscious, low waste methods. I saw floral & garden design not just as a way to beautify spaces, but as a powerful tool to nourish and uplift our communities organically connecting our growing space to Peaceful Seeds of Warnersville Community Garden.

What started as a small cart I pushed through the streets of downtown Greensboro, NC, each week, has grown into the vibrant and purpose-driven business I now call The Plant Handler.

This is more than a floral installation & design studio — it's a movement rooted in mutual aid, creativity, and eco consciousness.

Peaceful Seeds of Warnersville

Our commitment to our community

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Being a part of something bigger

Do you have a group of folks looking to make a positive impact? Please email community@peacefulseeds.org to set up a date that works for you outside of normal volunteering hours.

We admire the dedication of community leaders like Nallah Muhammad, the farm executive at Peaceful Seeds of Warnersville who are committed to revolutionizing the way we approach food and collaboration. We are elated to be an official Community Partner of Peaceful Seeds of Warnersville Community Farm, the emphasis on ethical practices not only shapes the present but also paves the way for a more sustainable future.

By harnessing the power of food and collective endeavors, our community is not only nurturing ethical businesses but also cultivating a sense of solidarity that will resonate through future generations. This approach demonstrates a deep-rooted understanding of the interconnectedness between what we consume, the impact it has on our communities and the environment.

At The Plant Handler, we share your passion for fostering ethical communities and businesses that prioritize eco-consciousness and collaboration. We believe that through such concerted efforts, we can shape a future where solidarity and ethical practices are at the core of our existence.

We are grateful to grow in the Warnersville community since 2022.

Growing flowers not only helps production (higher yields) but cultivates a full ecosystem, contributing to our land back initiative.

  • A group of children and a young woman gathered outdoors, holding colorful flowers, smiling, and enjoying a sunny day.

  • A woman at a farmers market stand selling cucumbers and yellow squash. She is smiling and wearing a white t-shirt with the logo 'Peaceful Seeds of Warnersville.' The stand features baskets of fresh produce, a sign with the farm's name and address, and informational flyers. The background shows other tents, tables, and people at an outdoor market.

  • People working in a lush vegetable garden with green plants, some people kneeling and some standing, on a sunny day.

  • Group of diverse young people outside, standing in front of trees, smiling at the camera, some wearing gloves.

  • Group of diverse people smiling outdoors in front of a large tree

  • Group of people standing outdoors in a garden or farm area on a sunny day, some holding gardening tools, with trees and buildings in the background.