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Your go-to destination for home gardening tips, garden-to-table recipes, and real-life gardening inspiration. Follow us on TikTok for expert gardening tips, quick how-tos, and proven tricks shared directly from our working garden.

Seasonal Gardening

Gardening changes with the seasons, and so should your strategy. Explore our seasonal blogs for up-to-date gardening tips, planting guides, and maintenance advice designed to keep your garden thriving in every season of the year.

Cold-Weather Crops for Florida: Yes, You Can Garden in Winter

Florida may scream sunshine and flip-flops, but cooler months are prime time for growing vegetables. Cold-weather crops actually prefer mild temperatures, making fall and winter one of the easiest seasons for beginner gardeners.

Why Grow Indoors in Winter?

When winter hits, most gardens shut down, and so does motivation. But indoor gardening lets you keep growing fresh herbs and greens even when it’s freezing outside. No snow boots required.

Getting Started with Gardening (Without Losing Your Mind)

So, you’ve decided to start gardening. Bold move.
Growing your own food is rewarding, budget-friendly, and surprisingly therapeutic, even if you’ve accidentally murdered a succulent.

If you’re a beginner gardener or a busy parent, the strategy is simple: start with vegetables that grow fast, forgive mistakes, and don’t require constant supervision.

Gardening with Kids

Family gardening brings everyone together, kids, parents, and even grandparents, around a shared goal of growing something meaningful. It’s a hands-on way to teach children where food comes from, encourage outdoor activity, and create quality family time. Here we dive into why gardening as a family matters, the proven benefits it offers, and simple ways to make gardening a rewarding experience for every age.

Gardening as a Family

Gardening as a family isn’t just about plants, it’s about connection, life skills, and getting everyone outside without negotiating screen time. Whether you’re working with a backyard, patio, or a few containers on a balcony, family gardening works in any space and fits even the busiest schedules.

Garden Recipes to Cook with Kids

Cold-Weather Comfort: Hearty Winter Dinners from the Garden

Winter hits, daylight disappears, and suddenly dinner feels harder than it should.

The Importance of Gardening as a Family

Between work, school, screens, and packed schedules, family time often gets squeezed out. Family gardening changes that. It’s not just about growing vegetables, it’s about growing skills, healthier habits, and stronger connections, all without adding another complicated commitment to your calendar.

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