2025 Garden Notes: What Actually Worked in My Garden This Year
A real-life garden reflection on what worked in 2025, including my favorite plants, systems worth repeating, and lessons shaping next year’s garden.
Seasonal Living
Enjoy life with your garden all year long through seasonal recipes, drinks, resets and to-do’s, reflections, and inspiration.
Raised Beds vs. In-Ground Gardening: How to Choose the Best Option
Deciding between raised beds or in-ground gardening? Let’s break down both styles and choose the garden setup that fits your space and goals. Includes a flow chart.
How to Use What You Grow in the Kitchen
Not sure what to do with your garden harvest? Learn easy ways to turn both small and abundant harvests into everyday meals.
Ranking My Best and Worst Cut Flower Arrangements from 2025
Each year I rank a selection of my cut flower arrangements from best to worst. These are the top 5 and worst 5 of 2025.
10 Garden Tools That Cut My Work in Half (Plus 3 Must-Haves I Ditched)
I tested so many garden tools over 7 years. These 10 actually save time—and I’ll tell you which 3 ‘essentials’ I stopped using completely. Includes budget picks.
Stop Gardening Like a Farmer: 10 Mistakes Home Gardeners Make
Gardening feeling harder than it should? You may be gardening like a farmer. Discover 10 common mistakes home gardeners make and how to fix them for a more rewarding garden.
What to Plan for Your Garden in December (Without Overthinking It)
Plan your summer garden this winter without overthinking it. Easy, simple garden planning tips to reduce spring stress and grow what you love.
30 Simple Ways to Enjoy Winter More (Without Buying Anything)
Enjoy winter more with this cozy winter bucket list. These simple pleasures will warm your heart and home and help you enjoy the magic that winter can bring without buying a single thing.
Build Your Own Butter Board for a Stunning Appetizer
Put together a show-stopping butter board that’s delicious and beautiful using this simple formula. An alternative to charcuterie boards for quick appetizers, party snacks, and effortless entertaining.