If your garden ever feels chaotic or overwhelming, you’re not alone. Between planting, managing pests, and trying to stay on top of every season's needs, it can easily get out of control. The key to smooth gardening is a solid plan. Imagine knowing exactly what to...
Gardening should bring joy, not stress. If your garden feels like more work than reward, it’s time to shift your mindset. By focusing on one step at a time and setting aside what’s not urgent, you can create a space that’s manageable and enjoyable. Would you rather...
'That’s right, you heard correctly. You want to have some pests in the garden. It seems counterproductive to knowingly harbor these food criminal masterminds 😂. But there’s a good reason you might want to knowingly be an accomplice. “…if you have no pests, then the...
The single most profound statement my garden mentor, Stacey Murphy, ever said to me is so simple that it’s easy to dismiss as obvious. But the impact this simple tip can have on your garden journey is massive. She said, “Let nature do the work for you.” At first...
An ounce of prevention is worth dozens of pounds of fresh herbs and vegetables. You're planting lots of food in your garden, specifically greens... and all of a sudden there's someone else eating all your food before you have a chance to harvest it... ARG! Everyone...
Growing greens year round means you you can enjoy fresh, organic food at your fingertips! That’s why Shannon started this beautiful closet garden to grow greens indoors. Plus she shares some hidden benefits that her doctors can’t explain… gardens really do HEAL!...
Garden journaling is one of the most underused tools for gardeners. It’s also a tool that research shows can decrease anxiety, depression, and stress. That means that along with the joy you’re getting from gardening directly, you can further increase your state of joy...
Creating a habit of garden journaling can be a bit challenging. It’s easy to get busy or distracted. Or perhaps you haven’t yet discovered the deep insights that can come from journaling about your garden. Click here to check out our past blog on the Hidden Gems of...
Hot Weather Crops for Your Garden Choosing hot weather crops The first key to success with hot weather gardening is choosing crops that are well-adapted to heat. Summer crops like tomatoes, cucumbers, and melons all fare well in heat and humidity. But if temperatures...
If you live in a climate where summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F, hot weather gardening can be a challenge. Above 95°F, tomato blossom drop can happen, and summer favorites like cucumbers, sweet peppers, and eggplant slow production and become more vulnerable...
