The Ultimate Florida Tomato Prep Guide

How to grow strong, healthy tomatoes in Palmetto and beyond—starting right now! If you live in Palmetto, Florida (Zone 10a) and dream of plump, healthy tomatoes this year, late July is the time to get serious. Florida’s long growing season gives you an advantage, but success depends on timing, soil prep, and smart planting methods. … Read more

Turn Sweet Potato Vines Into Garden Gold

If you’re tossing your sweet potato vines into the trash after harvesting, you’re throwing away some of the best organic material your garden will ever get. Those lush green vines are packed with nutrients and can transform raised beds into rich, healthy soil—naturally. Here’s how to use them to build living soil that will feed … Read more

Plant Your Florida Food Forest in July

Think it’s too hot to start new garden projects in July? Think again. Mid-summer is the perfect time in Central Florida to start planting a food forest—a self-sustaining, layered garden that mimics nature and keeps producing food for years to come. If you’ve been curious about permaculture or simply want to turn a corner of … Read more

Celebrate Worm Week in Florida

If you’ve been curious about vermicomposting or just want healthier, happier soil, now is the time to dive in—literally, with worms! From July 20–27, Revival Gardening’s Urban Backyard Farm & Learning Center (7002 Westmar Dr, Orlando, FL) is hosting Worm Week, a week-long celebration of all things worms—vermicomposting, worm castings, and the art of creating … Read more

Compost on Your Balcony?

No yard? No problem. Learn how to compost in small batches—without bins, gimmicks, or a huge pile. If you’ve ever thought composting required a giant backyard, a spinning bin, or a complex system of layers and thermometers—you’re not alone. But here’s the good news: composting can be simple, small-scale, and surprisingly effective… even on a … Read more

Bee-Friendly Fertilizer for Your Pollinator Garden

Not all fertilizers are created equal—especially when your garden is a sanctuary for butterflies, bees, and native birds. In a pollinator garden, the goal isn’t just to make flowers bloom; it’s to create a lasting, safe habitat where life flourishes above and below the soil. In this post, we’ll look at gentle, DIY ways to … Read more

Make Fertilizer in a Central Florida Kitchen Garden

If your tomatoes are looking tired or your basil’s lost its bounce, don’t reach for a synthetic fertilizer just yet. Florida’s summer fertilizer blackout may restrict what you can buy at the store—but your kitchen holds everything you need to give your edible garden a gentle, effective boost. In this post, we’ll explore how to … Read more

Gardening Newsletter | June 2025

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

Build Healthy Soil in Florida’s Sandy Climate

If you’ve ever tried to grow a garden in Florida and felt like your plants were drying out, wilting, or simply refusing to thrive—despite your best efforts—you’re not alone. Florida’s sandy soil drains quickly, holds little organic matter, and doesn’t do your plants many favors. But here’s the good news: with a little strategy and … Read more

Get to Know Your Central Florida Soil

Ah, Central Florida soil—it’s… complicated. Beneath the tropical sunshine and lush greenery, your garden’s foundation is a mix of surprises, each one bringing its own challenges (and a few raised eyebrows). Here’s the lowdown on the types of soils around here, the signs they’re healthy (or not), and how to make them work for you. … Read more