Category: Gardening

  • Tomato and Paprika Seedlings: Early Growth & a Floral Surprise

    Tomato and Paprika Seedlings: Early Growth & a Floral Surprise

    Spring is finally here, and my tomato and paprika seedlings that I planted earlier this year are starting to grow! There’s something special about watching tiny green shoots emerge from the soil, knowing they will eventually provide fresh vegetables. Not every seed sprouted as expected, so I did a little rearranging and even added a…

  • Planting My First Seeds Indoors: A New Gardening Adventure

    Planting My First Seeds Indoors: A New Gardening Adventure

    Yesterday, I embarked on a new gardening journey by planting my first seeds indoors! For years, I’ve relied on purchasing small plants in May to transplant outside. This year, however, I decided to give seed starting a go—and I’m excited to share my experience with you! I started with 8 Bush Tomato “Balcony” and 8…

  • Starting My Garden: The First Seeds of the Year

    Starting My Garden: The First Seeds of the Year

    This year marks the beginning of my gardening journey, and I’ve just bought my first batch of seeds! I’ve carefully selected a mix of vegetables, herbs, and flowers that I hope will thrive in my garden. Here’s what I’m starting with: My Seed Selection for a Small Garden Vegetable Name & Variety Seed Source Bush…

  • Starting My Gardening Journal in Google Sheets

    Starting My Gardening Journal in Google Sheets

    I’ve always loved the idea of keeping a gardening journal, but until now, I never had a real reason to start one. Recently, I bought my first few packets of seeds, and as I plan my first growing season, I want to track everything—from planting dates to harvests and even photos of progress. Inspired by Our…

  • Permaculture Gardening Tips for Zone 6a: My Journey

    Permaculture Gardening Tips for Zone 6a: My Journey

    Starting a permaculture garden in Zone 6a has been both exciting and a learning experience. I’m a beginner, but I’m eager to share my progress, setbacks, and small victories. If you’re in a similar climate zone, here are some tips from my garden journey! 1. Composting: A Vital Part of My Garden I inherited an…

  • Cozy Winter Getaway in Central European Countryside

    Cozy Winter Getaway in Central European Countryside

    This weekend, we took a quick trip to our house in the countryside, where we hoped for a cozy winter getaway. We couldn’t stay long (the water freezes in the pipes, and the house doesn’t have heating yet), but we were excited to get some fresh air after the recent snowfall. Living in Prague, snow…

  • Winter Gardening Update: Preparing for New Beginnings

    Winter Gardening Update: Preparing for New Beginnings

    Even though winter is starting here in Central Europe, my garden is far from dormant. The crisp air and occasional frost haven’t kept me from reflecting on the work I did in autumn, setting the stage for the coming season. While the garden rests for now, it’s the perfect time to share some of the…