The first time I picked up pruning shears, I was nervous. What if I cut too much? What if I ruined the plant? But as I trimmed back dead stems and shaped the growth, I realized pruning wasn’t about destruction—it was about creating space for health and beauty. Pruning is one of the most profound…
Zone 9 Fall Gardening Wisdom for Rooted and Resilient Harvests 🌿 Opening Reflection: There’s Still Time for Rooting September can feel like a strange in-between in the garden. The sun still burns strong in the afternoons, but the mornings whisper hints of fall. And as many gardeners wind down their beds, we begin to ask—is…
How to plant with hope, tend with patience, and trust what you can’t yet see 🌿 Opening Reflection: The Quiet Work of Rooting Carrots are one of those crops that require more than just good soil—they demand a certain kind of faith. You don’t get much feedback early on. No flashy leaves, no above-ground fruit…
A soul-rooted guide to resetting your soil using nothing but sunlight, intention, and a little time 🌿 Opening Reflection: Let the Sun Do the Work There’s something humbling about letting the sun take over your garden for a season. No planting. No watering. No work—except the quiet work of waiting. Solarizing a garden bed has…
