In the Garden

Grow More for Less: Florida Gardening Hacks That Save You Time and Money
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 up fast. The good news? Some of the... Read more...
What to Plant and Do in Your Florida June Garden (And Which Varieties Actually Work)
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 actually handle the heat. Read more...
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 country is just now planting what you finished weeks ago. But here's the thing — May is not a dead zone. It's a transition. The gardeners who know what to plant right now are the ones who eat through summer while everyone else waits for fall. These are the crops built for May. Heat-tolerant, humidity-resistant, and productive when everything else is struggling. Why May Is a Test Most... Read more...
Another Year, Another Layer of Growth | A Birthday Reflection
Another Year, Another Layer of Growth | A Birthday Reflection
Every year I get a little older, a little wiser, and a little more grateful. In this birthday reflection, I'm sharing what it really looks like behind the scenes —... Read more...
In the Garden | My Collard Greens Are Massive — Here's Why
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 time. This month it's all about collard greens.... Read more...
How to Make Compost in Florida (And Why It Matters More Here Than Anywhere Else)
Florida's sandy soil needs compost more than almost any other state. Here's a thorough guide to making compost that actually works in Florida's heat and humidity, and why it's the single best investment you can make in your garden. Read more...
What to Do in the Garden This April: Florida Gardener's Task List
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, setting up drip irrigation, and getting your garden... Read more...
What to Plant in April: Survival Crops for Florida Gardeners
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, hurricane season, and beyond. Calorie-dense, heat-tolerant crops for... Read more...
The Best Soil Boosters for Your Fruit Tree
The Best Soil Boosters for Your Fruit Tree
Soil Health · Food Forest The Best Soil Boostersfor Your Fruit Trees Because your mango deserves better than the sandy nothing it's currently standing in. Toni· Rooted in JS ·... Read more...
What to Plant in March: Your Florida Garden Guide
March is prime planting time in Florida! Learn what to plant now across all zones, from last-call cool-season crops to warm-season favorites like tomatoes, peppers, and herbs. Read more...
It's Time to Plant Flowers in Florida - March Planting Guide
It's Time to Plant Flowers in Florida - March Planting Guide
March is the perfect time to plant flowers in Florida! Learn what to plant now and get expert tips for establishing beautiful blooms across all Florida growing zones. Read more...
Dry Freeze Alert: Tuesday's Cold Snap Requires Different Prep
Dry Freeze Alert: Tuesday's Cold Snap Requires Different Prep
This Tuesday's dry freeze requires different prep than February's wet cold. Learn why bone-dry air is more dangerous for West Central Florida gardens and get my three-step strategy to protect... Read more...