Fall is coming, and it’s time to get those seeds in the soil! Here’s exactly what to plant in August if you’re in Zone 8—plus container sizes, soil tips, and how to start indoors or direct sow.
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If you’re thinking about growing spearmint in containers, you’re in the right place. Whether you’re dreaming of fresh mint tea, want to add vibrant greenery to your patio, or are simply curious if spearmint is easy to grow, this guide is for you. I’ll share what I’ve learned—mistakes, miracles, and all—so you can confidently start
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Many gardeners use bright orange Home Depot buckets to grow food, but did you know they may not be food grade? In this post, I share what I recently discovered about food grade containers for growing vegetables, how to identify safe plastics, and what you can do if you’re already using the wrong type — all to help you grow safer, healthier food at home.
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From zucchinis and sweet potatoes to melons growing vertically, this garden update is a snapshot of my container garden journey—full of surprises, lessons, and growth. If you’ve ever wondered whether you can grow real food in small spaces, let this be your reminder that yes—you absolutely can.
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I never imagined I’d be growing my own food, let alone writing about it—but here I am, sharing everything I’ve learned. If you’ve ever wondered how to start a garden, this post will walk you through it with honesty, encouragement, and real beginner-friendly steps.
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I never imagined I’d be hand-pollinating zucchini in my container garden, but here I am — brush in hand, helping nature do its thing. If you’ve ever wondered how to pollinate zucchini by hand, this guide will walk you through it step by step — no yard required.
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Starting a garden doesn’t have to be complicated or overwhelming. Whether you’re working with a backyard, a balcony, or just a sunny windowsill, you can grow fresh food with just one pot and one seed. In this post, I’ll share how I went from knowing nothing about gardening to harvesting cucumbers, tomatoes, and basil—all from a small townhome patio. If you’ve been putting off starting a garden because you think you don’t have the time, space, or skills, this is your sign to begin. Let’s grow something beautiful—right where you are.
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When people ask me why I started gardening, I don’t have a fancy answer. The truth is simple: I wanted to know what it felt like to grow something on my own. I wanted to experience the joy of watching life unfold from a single seed. If you’ve ever wondered why you should grow your
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When I first started gardening, I had no idea how much food I could grow in a tiny backyard. It wasn’t until I realized I was already practicing something called succession planting that everything clicked. Succession planting is the secret to growing lots of food in a small space, and today I’m breaking down exactly
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Even though summer is halfway through, there’s still time to grow a thriving garden. Whether you’re working with raised beds or containers on a patio, there are plenty of vegetables to plant in July that love the heat and mature quickly. In this guide, I’m sharing exactly what I’m growing right now in my zone 8A garden, how I prep my soil, and the best crops to squeeze in before the season ends.
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