Stephen Reid

Stephen Reid is a passionate Horticulturalist, Landscape Designer, and Educator dedicated to community service and environmental stewardship. As a member of the Urban Agriculture Advisory Committee for Neighborhood Housing Services LA and the Board of Directors for the inaugural UCANR Non-profit Foundation, Stephen advocates for sustainable, culturally relevant gardening practices that empower underserved communities.

Through educational workshops, mentorship, and writing, he shares his expertise in gardening and herbalism, inspiring youth and system-impacted young men to embrace the healing power of green spaces and the transformative act of growing their own food. In his role as Head Gardener of the Rose Garden at The Huntington Library and Botanic Gardens, Stephen oversees the care and cultivation of the roses, applying his expertise to maintain one of the most prestigious rose collections in the country.

Outside of his gardening work, he enjoys pursuing his creative passions, including DJing and exploring technology. When he’s not cultivating landscapes or fostering growth in others, he enjoys spending time with his daughter, Phoenix.