Perpetual Learning
This time last year, my backyard was mostly lawn. Now, it’s a thriving testament to a year of learning, a little bit of dirt under my fingernails, and a whole lot of joy. My journey into gardening officially began in spring 2024, and I decided to focus on a couple of classics: peppers and tomatoes. … Read more
Growing up, watermelon was always a summer staple, a sweet, refreshing treat that signaled the height of the season. I loved its juicy, cool interior, perfect for a hot afternoon. This year, I decided to try my hand at growing my own. It all started with a small packet of seeds. I picked a variety … Read more
There’s something incredibly satisfying about stepping out into your own garden and plucking ingredients for a meal. Today, the stars of my backyard are my key lemons, bursting with that bright, zesty flavor we all love. It’s September 3rd, 2025, and the harvest is in! For those of us who don’t live in a tropical … Read more
There’s something truly exciting about buying new plants for the garden. You imagine the bounty, the fresh flavors, and the satisfaction of growing your own food. But what happens when that little plant tag goes missing, or worse, never existed in the first place? That was me, standing in my garden on August 27th, 2025, … Read more
It’s August 25th, 2025, and the late summer air still holds a whisper of warmth. My garden, a place I pour a lot of my heart into, is still providing. This year, I wanted to do something a little special for my wife, something that combined my passion for growing things with a personal touch. … Read more
August is a prime time in the garden, and this year is no exception. The late summer sun has ripened a fantastic array of produce, and I’m excited to share what’s coming out of my backyard and how I’m turning it into some delicious meals. This year, my garden is bursting with tomatoes, zucchini, bell … Read more
There’s a certain magic that happens when the ingredients for a classic BLT come straight from your own backyard. This year, however, my garden has been a bit of a rollercoaster, thanks to an unusual amount of rain. While the excess moisture made some things flourish, it also presented its own set of challenges, especially … Read more
As gardeners, we often focus on the roots when we think of turmeric. That earthy, golden rhizome is what most of us grow it for, right? But have you ever stopped to admire the bloom itself? I was a bit surprised the first time I saw a turmeric flower emerge in my garden, and it … Read more
It’s been a patient wait, but my suburban backyard is finally yielding sweet rewards – literally! Today, August 7th, 2025, marks a significant milestone: the first substantial harvest from a peach tree I planted as a mere twig just three years ago. It’s a journey filled with simple lessons, a bit of faith, and a … Read more
Well, fellow gardeners, it’s been one of those weeks. Today is August 6th, 2025, and I discovered my prized pepper plant looking like it had a wrestling match with a very hungry, very thorough critter. And guess what? The critter won. It was bad. Like, really bad. Leaves were gone, stems were stripped bare, and … Read more