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
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
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
Cool mornings, softer sun, and drier skies — November is when Central Florida gardens settle into their stride. With soil temps still friendly and pest pressure easing, it’s prime time to plant successions, tuck in strawberries, and prep simple frost protection for the first real cold fronts. Read on for this month’s best tips, tasks, … 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
Soil Health & Preparing for Fall As the heat of summer begins to fade, August is the perfect time to prepare your garden for the upcoming cooler months. The secret to a thriving fall garden begins with healthy, revitalized soil. This month, we’re diving into the importance of soil health, and how the right care … Read more
July in the Florida Garden Surviving the Swelter & Savoring the Sunshine Welcome to the heart of summer! July in Central Florida is bold, bright, and brimming with life—and humidity. While we may be tempted to retreat into air conditioning, our gardens are thriving (and thirsty!). This month is all about smart maintenance, summer-hardy crops, … Read more
Welcome to the Heat & Heart of Summer Gardening June in Central Florida arrives with a wave of warmth and lush possibility. Temperatures hover between 73°F in the early mornings and climb into the high 80s by afternoon. With average rainfall around 7 to 8 inches, the summer wet season begins to unfold—bringing both hydration and … Read more
Welcome to May—the month Florida gardeners shift gears. April was your planting push, but May? May is all about holding the line—protecting what you’ve planted from the growing heat, unpredictable rain, and the parade of pests that show up when you least expect them. This is the season when the garden becomes a test of … Read more