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May is here and in Florida we've been in full swing for months - but our friend in the lower zones are waiting ever so patiently for that last bit of winter to give way to their garden, too. So let's figure out what to grow here, there and everywhere in May. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 … [Read more...] about May in the Meadow – Let the Gardening Continue

Key takeaways In Northeast Florida's Zone 9A/9B, May marks the shift into summer heat. The month's priorities are planting heat-tolerant crops, protecting soil moisture with mulch and good watering habits, and managing pests with organic methods that also support pollinators. May is a turning point for gardens across Northeast Florida. As Zone 9A/9B slides from mild … [Read more...] about May gardening checklist for Northeast Florida

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This post contains affiliate links — if you buy through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Some of the Birdies beds on this page were bought with my own money; the ones I received for free in exchange for review are clearly marked in each product's section. I only recommend products I actually use in my own garden here in Northeast Florida. Using code … [Read more...] about Birdies Raised Garden Beds Review: 4 Years, 8+ Models, Every Honest Detail

With all this cold weather - it was time to assess "what's left" and share the latest with you. Stick around to the end, and we'll give you the full list of what's growing on. Fruit Tree Care in Northeast Florida (Zone 9A) Northeast Florida's heat, humidity, and occasional hard freezes demand a thoughtful approach to fruit growing. Water deeply but infrequently to … [Read more...] about How Many Fruit Trees Can You Grow on a Small Suburban Lot?