Florida has been warm — unusually warm — which is exactly why this upcoming cold snap matters. A strong winter system is pushing frigid air deep into the South early next week.Central Florida isn’t expecting snow, but wind chills in the 30s means overnight temps near or below freezing in many neighborhoods. And after a … Read more
If you’ve ever driven through Plant City during strawberry season, you know how serious Florida is about its berries. Places like Parkesdale Farm Market and the small roadside stands along Baker Street don’t just sell strawberries — they’re reminders that this crop defines our winter growing season. Those berries didn’t appear overnight. They were planted … Read more
Every spring, EPCOT transforms into one of the most intensively maintained landscapes in Florida during the International Flower & Garden Festival, running March 4 through June 1, 2026. Thousands of visitors walk through and say the same thing: “How do they keep everything looking perfect?” It’s a fair question. The gardens face full sun, heavy … Read more
Central Florida is currently in one of the worst droughts we’ve seen in decades. Many areas have had months of dry soil, stressed plants, and watering restrictions — and then finally, a rainstorm arrives. Most gardeners expect everything to bounce back overnight. Usually it doesn’t. After a long dry period, a single rain helps the … Read more
During World War II, more than twenty million households grew food successfully, many for the first time in their lives. These were not gardeners. They were busy families working long hours with rationed supplies and often very poor soil. So what was different? They weren’t given complicated directions. They were given simple rules based on … 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
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
I’ve officially graduated from the HomeGrown Herbalist School of Botanical Medicine and am now a Clinical Herbalist! This milestone is more than just a credential; it represents years of study, practice, and a deepened connection between plants, people, and healing. My journey began with a love for gardening and has grown into something even more … Read more
Pumpkins, Pollinators & Planting Beds October in Central Florida feels like a fresh start in the garden. The heat begins to ease, the days grow shorter, and our plants breathe a sigh of relief. This month, we’re blending the festive spirit of fall with practical gardening action: pumpkins for celebration, pollinators for balance, and planting … Read more
Florida fall isn’t a chill in the air — it’s a burst of new life in the beds. September is when Central Florida gardens pivot from survival mode to planting mode. This month is all about clearing, refreshing soil, and tucking in cool-season staples for a long, delicious harvest. Read on for this month’s best tips, … Read more