Hello My Dearest Garden…
Flowers are the jewels of the earth… one of my favorite quotes that describe you perfectly. Cosmos, zinnias, sunflowers, and petunias grace the front of my tiny greenhouse. Ever since we purchased our...
View ArticleThe FIG
Dear Garden, I have to be honest. I have never tasted a fresh fig until now. The closest I have ever had to fresh figs were probably Fig Newtons. That sounds so awful but today not only am I trying...
View ArticleSunflowers..
The rays they cast in the garden as they embody the star for which it’s namesake. — Quilenthia Wingfield-Accime Dear Garden,When I was younger, being tall was bitter sweet. I would tower over my...
View ArticleHow I Start Seeds Using The Milk Jug Winter Sowing Method!
Happiness held is the seed; happiness shared is the flower. — John Harrigan Winter sowing is the easiest way to start seeds for beginners and seasoned gardeners. You have probably heard of this...
View ArticleBest Seeds for Winter Sowing (with Printable List)
In my last blog post I showed you the steps to Winter Sowing. If you missed it, you can find it here. In a nut shell, Winter Sowing is when you plant seeds outdoors to get a head start on the Spring...
View ArticleHow I Propagate Snake Plants
I purchased these 2 snake plants on clearance from Lowes for $5 a few months ago. I am finally getting around to repotting them and decided to divide them into more plants. Plant propagation is a fun...
View ArticleLast Summer the Harvest Were Perfect!
I have been thinking about what warm season plants to start for the garden with peppers and tomatoes being at the top of the list. Last summer was our second year growing them and it turned out better...
View ArticleReflecting on the brand that is Dearest Garden…
Sooo for almost a year, I neglected the Dearest Garden blog. Not to say I stopped creating content all together. Those who follow me on Youtube & Instagram, know that I post quite frequently on...
View ArticleThis is the Best Way to Harvest Leaf Lettuce so it Keeps Growing Back!
During the Fall and Winter, we grew one of my favorite vegetables to start from seed, leaf lettuce. These beauties are usually ready to start harvesting 30 days after planting but did you know there is...
View Article3 Easy Annuals to Grow from Seed that Attract Pollinators!
One of the most important things in a garden are the pollinators. From the bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and everything in between, a garden is not complete unless it is bringing in life. But how do...
View ArticleUse This Simple 3 Step Process for Planting a Raised Bed Garden (With Free...
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View ArticleHow to Create A Grapevine Wreath Planter (with video)
The warm weather has been giving me spring fever so I decided to make a living Grapevine Wreath Planter using some spring flowers in cool color tones. It is a fun spring project that is simple and...
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