April is the month when my garden starts showing off—the tomato plants are stretching taller each day, the squash vines are running wild, and the first marigolds are popping open like little bursts of sunshine. But with all this growth comes the real work of maintaining it. If you’re following the 15-Minutes-a-Day Gardening Calendar, you…
If you’ve been following along with the 15-Minutes-a-Day Gardening Calendar, you already know that this system is designed to help you build and maintain a thriving garden—without burnout. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, this approach breaks everything down into small, daily steps so that gardening feels fun, doable, and rewarding. February…
January may feel like a slow month in the garden, but don’t let that fool you—this is the foundation-building season. While the rest of the country is bundled up indoors, Zone 9 gardeners get a head start on the growing year. This is the time to plan, prep, and plant so that your garden thrives…
As the gardening season winds down, now is the perfect time to reflect on what worked, what didn’t, and how to improve for next year. Evaluating your garden helps you make better planting decisions, improve soil health, and maximize yields. Here’s a step-by-step guide to assessing your garden and setting it up for success. This…
As I wander through my small suburban backyard, I’m constantly reminded of the magic and potential that every inch holds. Over the years, I’ve transformed my modest outdoor space into a vibrant tapestry of fruits, vegetables, and flowers, where every corner and crevice serves a purpose. My passion for edible landscaping began as a simple…
Summer squash is one of the easiest and most rewarding vegetables to grow in a home garden. With proper care, these fast-growing plants can produce an abundance of delicious, tender squash all season long. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about growing summer squash successfully, from choosing the right varieties…