Did you know you can make a beautiful herbal holiday centerpiece in just 75 minutes? You might even have the ingredients at home1. This idea made me excited to create natural decorations for our family gatherings. It’s amazing how we can bring the outdoors inside and fill our homes with the scents of the season….
Did you know making a DIY wreath can save up to 80%? This is a great way to decorate for the holidays without spending a lot. You’ll find making your own wreath is easy and fun, bringing nature inside. There’s nothing like using herbs from your garden for a Christmas wreath. Rosemary, sage, thyme, lavender,…
Did you know some gardeners keep journals for over 25 years? They write down everything from daily weather to how plants grow1. This shows how much gardeners love their hobby. If you’re looking for a great gift for a gardener, check out our top picks for 2024. Gardening books today are full of useful tips…
Did you know a single worm composting system can handle up to 8 pounds of waste weekly1? This shows how eco-friendly gardening can help us reduce waste. As the holiday season comes, let’s find gifts that are good for the earth and for gardeners who care about it. My grandmother loved getting gardening tools and…
Looking for thoughtful gifts for gardeners in warm regions? Discover 10 must-have tools, accessories, and unique presents perfect for Zone 9 gardening enthusiasts this season
Did you know Zone 9 gardeners have 285 frost-free days a year? This long growing season is perfect for autumn gardening1. As I sit on my porch, enjoying sweet tea and the breeze, I’m amazed by our Mediterranean climate’s fall planting opportunities. Our USDA hardiness zone 9 covers areas from California’s coast to Florida’s humid…
Did you know gardeners in USDA Zone 9 can have two growing seasons? It’s true! While others stop gardening in winter, we’re just starting with cool-season crops12. I still remember planting peas in January with my grandma. The air was crisp, the soil damp. It felt magical! Now, I’m excited to share that magic with…
Downloadable Month-to-month Garden To-Do List below! Introduction Gardening in Zone 9, particularly in South Texas, is a year-round adventure, thanks to its 285 to 365 frost-free days. This long growing season is every gardener’s dream, offering opportunities to grow everything from cool-season crops in winter to heat-loving vegetables in summer. Thinking back to my abuela’s…
Did you know a small space of 8′ 11″ x 11′ 11″ can grow a lot in sunny weather1? This shows how much you can do with small gardening, especially in Zone 9. Looking at my own garden, I see the fun and challenges of gardening in a Mediterranean climate. It’s key to know your…
Did you know gardeners in Zone 9 can grow veggies almost all year? This is thanks to their long growing seasons1. It’s a great chance for both new and seasoned gardeners to explore. Imagine starting your day in January by planting cool-season crops like beets, carrots, and lettuce1. That’s what Zone 9 gardening is like….