Dean Allen is a lifelong horticulture professional with deep roots in the gardening industry.
For over two decades, he helped shape the seed‑starting category in North America — developing peat and coir pellets, biodegradable pots, trays, domes, and complete grow‑kit systems used by millions of gardeners.
His leadership roles at Ferry‑Morse Seed Company and McKenzie Seeds gave him a front‑row seat to how gardeners learn, experiment, and grow.
GardenDean.com is his next chapter: a clean, ad‑free space dedicated to clarity, confidence, and practical seed‑starting knowledge.