Read on for 5 simple strategies will help you keep growing—even when life says slow down.
Gardening Simplified - Easy Gardening Tips for Real Life
How to Plan a Garden That Fits Your Lifestyle
Jan 22, 2026
Gardening doesn’t have to take over your time—or your energy—to be rewarding. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed before you even started planting, it may not be the garden that’s the problem, but the plan behind it.
This post walks you through a gentler way to think about garden planning—one that starts with your real life, not an ideal version of it. You’ll learn the simple questions that help you choose the right size, style, and pace for your garden so it feels enjoyable instead of stressful.
👉 Read on to learn how to plan a garden that truly fits your lifestyle.
Give Foliage the Spotlight in Your Summer Garden
Jun 12, 2025
Think flowers are the stars of the summer garden? Think again. Foliage plants bring bold color, texture, and structure that can take your garden from ordinary to unforgettable—and many are surprisingly low maintenance. Whether you're designing a lush container or refreshing a tired garden bed, leaves can do more than just fill in the gaps—they can steal the show. In this post, you'll discover three simple ways to use foliage for big visual impact. Ready to see how a few well-placed leaves can transform your garden?
Keep reading—you might never look at flowers the same way again.
🌱 Gardening Made Doable: 5 Tips for Scaling Back Without Giving Up
May 22, 2025
Gardening doesn’t have to be all or nothing. If you’re short on time, space, energy—or just feeling the strain of doing it all—you don’t have to give it up completely. With a few thoughtful adjustments, you can still enjoy the beauty, joy, and satisfaction of gardening on your own terms. In this post, I’m sharing 5 practical tips to help you scale back without stepping away, so you can keep your hands in the dirt and your heart in the garden.