January Garden Notes: Practical Work for a Quiet Season

January 11, 2026 0 Comments 6 tags

January is often treated as a pause in the gardening year. The ground is frozen, the beds are covered, and most of the visible work is finished. But winter doesn’t

September in the Garden: Harvest Pride, Fall Fairs, and Knowing When to Let Go

September 4, 2025 0 Comments 6 tags

September brings a shift that gardeners feel deeply. The air cools. Growth slows. And there is a growing sense that the season is moving toward its natural close. This is

April in the Garden: Setting Yourself Up for a Successful Season

April 4, 2025 0 Comments 6 tags

April brings a mix of excitement and restraint. The days are longer, the birds are louder, and garden plans feel suddenly urgent. But in northern gardens, April is still a

March in the Garden: Early Signs of Spring and the Power of Getting Outside

March 4, 2025 0 Comments 5 tags

March is the month of noticing. The snow still lingers, but something feels different. The light lasts a little longer. The air softens on certain days. And gardeners begin to