Michelle

Gardening near Florida’s coast gives you the chance to grow fresh food all year. With long warm seasons and few cold spells, coastal gardens in Zone 9B can thrive with the right planning. The key is to work with the natural rhythm of the land, sun, and sea. Learn how to start and maintain a healthy edible garden using organic practices, how to choose the right crops, build … [Read more...] about Harvest on the Coast: A Florida Edible Garden

Can you really start seeds in May in Florida. Oh Yes, and in this video I share with you the heat loving seed choices I made for my garden. I also asked Gemini AI to help with a few "Seed Starting tips for May" 1. Select Heat-Tolerant Seeds: Opt for varieties that flourish in warm, humid conditions. Good choices for May sowing in our zone include okra, Southern peas … [Read more...] about Seeds to Start in May Florida Zone 9B | Heat Loving Plants

My Goal for 2025 is to produce a video at the end of each month sharing our harvests for the month. This is the first video to kick off the 2025 growing season. I think it is going to also help me get an even better idea about what can be produced year round so I can plan an even better gardening and harvest calendar. What's growing in your garden? Support for … [Read more...] about My Florida Garden Harvest Zone 9B | April 2025

No-till gardening means growing plants without turning or digging the soil. Instead of disturbing the earth, gardeners add layers of organic material like compost, mulch, or leaves on top of the ground. This builds soil naturally, keeping the structure and life in place. No-till gardening works well in both backyard gardens and meadow-style spaces. It supports healthy soil, … [Read more...] about The Benefits of No-Till Gardening for Any Garden Space

Insects play a big role in every organic garden. Some support healthy plant growth. Others damage leaves, roots, or fruit. Learning which bugs help and which ones harm is the first step in building a naturally balanced space. You don’t need chemicals to control pests. When you identify bugs correctly, you can work with nature and let beneficial insects do the job for … [Read more...] about How to Identify Good Bugs vs. Bad Bugs in Your Garden