In the Garden

Grow More for Less: Florida Gardening Hacks That Save You Time and Money
Florida gardening is rewarding, but it can also quietly drain your wallet. Between soil, fertilizer, pest control, and new plants, costs add...

What to Plant and Do in Your Florida June Garden (And Which Varieties Actually Work)
June in Florida is hot, humid, and not here to play. Here's exactly what to plant this month and which varieties can...
What to Plant in May: Heat-Proof Crops for Florida Gardeners
May in Florida is not for the faint of heart. The heat is real, the humidity is building, and most of the...

In the Garden | My Collard Greens Are Massive — Here's Why
Every month I take you inside what's happening in my Florida garden. The wins, the surprises, and what I'm learning in real...

What to Do in the Garden This April: Florida Gardener's Task List
April in Florida means the heat is coming — fast. Here's your practical task list for moving pots, adding cover crops, mulching,...

What to Plant in April: Survival Crops for Florida Gardeners
Survival crops for Florida gardeners — what to plant in April if you want a garden that feeds your family through summer,...

Protecting Your Florida Garden During Winter Cold Snaps
Learn essential cold protection strategies for your Florida garden this week, including how to use cardboard boxes as wind barriers, choose the...

Is the Cold Over? Managing Damage and Protecting Through Continued Cold Nights
Wondering if you should still protect plants that already show cold damage? Learn why continued protection during ongoing cold nights is essential,...

No-Dig Gardening with Cardboard: Turn Holiday Boxes into Garden Gold
Turn your holiday cardboard boxes into garden gold! Learn the simple step-by-step method for creating a no-dig garden bed using cardboard—perfect for...

What to Plant in January: Your Florida Garden Guide
January in Florida is prime planting season. Here's what to plant this month to grow your own grocery aisle - greens, herbs,...

December Garden Activities: Your Florida Winter Garden Guide
December is one of the most productive months in the Florida garden. Learn what to plant, harvest, and maintain during the comfortable...

Why I Switched From In-Ground to Container Citrus (And You Might Want To, Too)
Citrus greening changed everything for Florida growers. Here's why I switched from in-ground to container citrus, how screened growing protects your trees,...