It’s the end of July in my permaculture gardening in Zone 6a adventure, and the season is teaching me more than I expected. I wrote some plans during winter in my blog post Permaculture Gardening Tips for Zone 6a: My Journey. Some plants are thriving, others didn’t show up at all—but compost continues to be…

Lately, this blog has basically become a garden log — not by design, but because there’s barely time for anything else, when there is spring in the garden. When I do have spare moments, I don’t want to spend them rushing around or overcomplicating things. So I cook simple meals — often something like preserved…

After having success with seed starting in the past, I’m back at it this year with new varieties. I’m starting my garden with a fresh batch of seeds that I hope will thrive in both my balcony garden and our garden at the house. Growing plants from seed has been such a rewarding experience, and…

Starting My Tomato Plants from Seed On February 23rd, I planted tomato seeds, excited to grow my tomato plants from scratch this year. Within a week, tiny green shoots emerged, marking the start of their journey. By March 11th, they had grown enough to need thinning. Removing weaker seedlings allowed the stronger ones to thrive.…

Winter may be a slow season for gardening, but it’s the perfect time to expand your knowledge and prepare for the upcoming growing season with winter gardening learning. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, there are always new techniques, strategies, and insights to explore. Here are some excellent free learning resources for gardeners…

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…

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…

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 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…

Sewing is a fun and creative hobby, but the costs can add up quickly. Whether you’re new to sewing or an experienced pro, there are many ways to save money without compromising your projects’ quality. Here are five practical tips for sewing on a budget. 1. Shop Smart for Fabric Fabric can be one of…