February in Central Florida is a transition month. With freezing temperatures this week — and another freeze expected tonight — this month is less about rushing ahead and more about protecting what’s already growing and setting things up for success once the weather settles. February Freeze Update We’ve had freezing temperatures across Central Florida, with … Read more
If you’ve lived in Florida long enough, you learn that our growing calendar doesn’t behave like the rest of the country — and neither do our favorite plants. One of my absolute favorites is Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) — a tropical hibiscus that produces glossy red calyces used for teas, jams, syrups, and festive holiday drinks. … Read more
Powered by nature’s most effective aromatic oils, NoBite Botanical Bug Spray naturally deters biting insects while leaving a soft, citrus-herbal aroma. Formulated for gentle, effective protection for the whole family. Suitable for adults and children ages 2 and up when used as directed. Not recommended for infants under 2 years old. $14 each (4 oz) https://steppingstonegc.com/…/no-bite-botanical-bug-spray/
A Florida-Friendly Summer Essential If you garden, hike, fish, or simply enjoy sitting outside at dusk in Florida, you’ve likely discovered a universal truth: we share this paradise with more than a few biting insects. After years of mixing my own herbal formulas for the garden and for my family, I finally bottled one of … Read more
I’m thrilled to share that my handmade herbal products are now available at The Citrus Place in Terra Ceia, Florida! If you’re local to Palmetto, Terra Ceia, Ellenton, or Parrish, you already know what a gem this family-owned citrus stand is. Open seasonally, The Citrus Place is where locals go for fresh-squeezed juice, hand-picked Florida … Read more
Most people are surprised to learn that North America has its very own native source of caffeine, and it isn’t coffee, black tea, or matcha. It’s yaupon holly (Ilex vomitoria), a humble evergreen shrub found along the Gulf Coast and throughout the Southeast. For thousands of years, Indigenous communities brewed yaupon leaves into a stimulating … Read more
January arrives quietly in Central Florida. Cool mornings, longer light, and soil that’s ready to work again. This isn’t the month for rushing—it’s the month for resetting. Beds may look uneven after the holidays. Some plants may have struggled. You might feel behind before you’ve even started. That’s okay. Gardens don’t ask for perfection—only presence, … Read more
Shields against hot pavement, salt, sand, and rough ground while soothing and restoring dry, cracked pads. Handcrafted with calendula, comfrey, rosehip, and lanolin for year-round comfort.
Free from synthetic fragrance, parabens, phthalates, and artificial preservatives. Handcrafted in small batches with pet-safe ingredients.
Protecting Roots—and the Paws That Roam Them Soft sweaters, quiet mornings, and the first real bite of winter — December in Central Florida is less about planting and more about protecting the life already growing in your garden. Plants slow their rhythm, roots settle deeper, and every bit of new growth becomes intentional. This is … Read more
Herbal paw protection for Florida’s toughest terrain. Shields against hot pavement, salt, sand, and rough ground while soothing and restoring dry, cracked pads. Handcrafted with calendula, comfrey, rosehip, and lanolin for year-round comfort. 2 oz $18 each PAW GUARD (2 oz)