Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re focused on recovering your health and getting back to feeling your best. That’s why I want to share how kitchen gardens can be so much more than just a place to grow veggies. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned grower, your garden can become a sanctuary—a place where […]
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There’s something so fulfilling about growing your own herbs, isn’t there? Not only do they add incredible flavor to your meals, but they also come with a world of health benefits. And the best part? You can preserve their healing power long after they’ve been harvested! This week, we’re diving into how to dry, store, and use your homegrown
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If you’ve been thinking about ways to boost your garden’s productivity while also nurturing your own health, let me introduce you to one of the most powerful tools at your fingertips: 👉 Compost Compost feeds your kitchen garden’s soil, which feeds your veggies and herbs, which feeds you! Let’s dig into how composting works, why it’s so
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There’s something so empowering about growing your own food—especially when that food helps you feel healthier and more vibrant with every bite. Let’s dive into some of my favorite fall veggies and herbs that not only thrive in cooler weather but are packed with nutrients to support your well-being. Leafy Greens: The Ultimate Powerhouses Leafy
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If you’re looking to nourish your body and soul as you continue on your path to better health, planning a fall garden is just what you need. And it’s my favorite time of the year to garden! By extending your growing season, you can enjoy fresh, homegrown veggies well into November and December, even in
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This summer has been one of the hottest (and wettest) that I can remember… and if your garden is feeling the heat, know that you’re not alone. But don’t worry – I’ve learned 4 key tips for keeping your gorgeous kitchen garden growing in the heat that I’m excited to share with you. And just
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In the world of gardening (and Instagram), we so often see pictures of massive gardens with more raised beds than we can count. And harvests? Martha-Stewart-esque baskets overflowing with fresh veggies seemingly just picked from the garden, still with their morning dew. Those gardens might be intended to be aspirational, but they can be a
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The age old question! Every gardener finds their own balance here, but there are a few general rules that can help you strike the perfect balance for you: What if my garden is a few containers on my patio or balcony? Buy your plants from your local nursery. If you garden on a small scale,
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January is the season of the glossy, gorgeous seed catalogues! Every gardener loves receiving them in the mail. It’s hard not to love looking at a preview of our abundant summer harvests when it’s such a stark contrast to the snow and frigid temperatures of the weather outside. Though I have a blog post about
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Sometimes, I get to add gardens to landscapes that have been lovingly tended for years. It’s such a fun challenge to design a garden that looks like it’s been there for years with the rest of the garden. And it’s an honor to add my signature to part of a landscape that will be so
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