July in Zone 9 doesn’t whisper—it shouts. The sun is relentless, the bugs are bold, and the soil dries out faster than your morning cup of coffee. But here’s the thing: if we listen closely, July can teach us so much about what it means to grow through hard seasons—not just in our gardens, but…
How a Few Quiet Minutes Can Transform Your Garden—and Your Soul Every summer morning, before the heat rises and the day gets away from me, I try to walk the garden slowly, coffee in hand, notebook nearby. This isn’t just about checking off tasks—it’s about tuning in. Observation is where intuitive gardening begins. It’s the…
Reflect, Refresh & Reimagine Your Garden Journey 🌿A Time to Pause and Pay Attention By midseason, our gardens are no longer just plans on paper or seedlings full of promise. They’re living, breathing landscapes—full of beauty, surprises, and sometimes, a bit of chaos. The zinnias are reaching up with gusto, the tomatoes are putting on…
June arrives in a blaze of sunlight—and suddenly, everything is growing faster than we can keep up with. The tomatoes are starting to blush, the basil is fragrant and full, and if you planted early, you may already be picking peppers, cucumbers, or even the first okra. It’s the season of abundance—but also of overwhelm….
Turn your garden observations into stronger summer success. 🧡 A Note from My Garden to Yours June is a transition month—sunny, abundant, and humbling.It’s when I walk through my garden, coffee in hand, and notice things I missed in the early rush of spring: the cucumber vines curling perfectly, the zinnias leaning into the sun,…
As we wrap up May and step into June, the garden feels like it’s in full swing—but also, like it’s entering a new chapter. The spring blooms and first harvests of lettuce and sugar snap peas are winding down, and the tomatoes, okra, and squash are ready to steal the show. If you’ve been following…
