In the Garden

Protecting Your Florida Garden During Winter Cold Snaps
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 right cover thickness, and implement proven techniques to... Read more...
Is the Cold Over? Managing Damage and Protecting Through Continued Cold Nights
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, how to assess damage properly, and what to... Read more...
No-Dig Gardening with Cardboard: Turn Holiday Boxes into Garden Gold
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 Florida gardeners who want to work smarter, not... Read more...
What to Plant in January: Your Florida Garden Guide
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, root veggies, and crops that actually save you... Read more...
December Garden Activities: Your Florida Winter Garden Guide
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 winter season, plus get specific variety recommendations and... Read more...
Why I Switched From In-Ground to Container Citrus (And You Might Want To, Too)
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, and what you need to know to grow... Read more...
Stop Killing Your Fruit Trees With This Common Mulching Mistake
Stop Killing Your Fruit Trees With This Common Mulching Mistake
Learn the #1 mulching mistake that's killing fruit trees in Florida and how to fix it. This common error could be costing you your harvest. Read more...
Stop Buying Plants: Here’s How I Multiply My Garden Without Spending a Dime
Stop Buying Plants: Here’s How I Multiply My Garden Without Spending a Dime
Learn proven techniques to propagate and multiply your garden plants for free! Discover simple methods to grow your plant collection without spending money on new purchases. Read more...
What You Should Plant in Florida Right Now
What You Should Plant in Florida Right Now
Your complete guide to successful Florida gardening with seasonal planting recommendations, native plant suggestions, and expert tips for thriving gardens in the Sunshine State. Read more...
Juggling It All: A Day in My Life - Rooted In J's
Juggling It All: A Day in My Life
Get a real glimpse into busy mom life - balancing work, kids, and keeping a garden alive. Honest stories about the chaos and small wins of family life. Read more...
Rolling Raised Bed + Herbs That Thrive in - Rooted In J's
Rolling Raised Bed + Herbs That Thrive in
Discover how to set up a rolling raised bed herb garden perfect for busy families. Includes the 10 best herbs for containers and tips for mobile gardening that saves time... Read more...
You want Pot???? - Rooted In J's
5 Mistakes To Avoid with Pots/Container
Learn the 5 most common container gardening mistakes and how to avoid them. From proper pot sizing to drainage tips, grow healthier plants in containers with these expert tips. Read more...