The Smell of Soil After Rain – My Favorite Scent in the World
There are many things I love about gardening, but nothing compares to…
The First Time I Heard the Sound of Roots Breaking Through Soil
In the east corner of my backyard stands an old oak tree…
How Gardening Helped Me Heal During a Difficult Season
The year I caught Covid-19 changed the rhythm of my life more…
The Garden Pests That Tested My Patience and How I Learned to Handle Them
Every gardener knows the joy of seeing young plants grow strong and…
Exactly! Gardening Brought Me Closer to My Neighbors
When I first planted my backyard garden in Chicago, I saw it…
How I Keep My Garden Thriving Through the Hottest Summer Days
Chicago summers can surprise me every year. Some days feel mild and…
The Peace I Find in Watching Bees Work
On warm days, when the flowers in my backyard open fully and…
Here’re Ways I Actually Use Eggshells in My Garden
Eggshells were never something I paid much attention to until I noticed…
I Finally Got My Roses to Bloom After 3 Failed Attempts
There is a rose bush in my garden that has taught me…
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