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Getting Started With Outdoor Herb Growing

Melissa J. Will — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:22:06 +0000

Which herbs like full sun? Which herbs are annual? Or perennial? Can I grow them in containers? Get the answers to these beginner questions and more to get started with outdoor herb growing.

2026 Spring Gardening Checklist (Free Printable)

Melissa J. Will — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:35:28 +0000

Use this spring gardening checklist to get your garden in shape as the days become warmer and longer. While some tasks should wait until after last frost, there are plenty of things to do now.

Year-At-a-Glance Garden Checklist (What To Get Done Each Season)

Melissa J. Will — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 22:11:13 +0000

Follow along with this helpful garden job list to know what to get done month by month through each season. Includes tasks, tips, and tutorials for cold climate gardeners in the United States and Canada (hardiness zones 4 to 8).

2026 Hummingbird Migration Map (Find Out When to Expect Them)

Melissa J. Will — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:19:40 +0000

Spring is migration time for hummingbirds travelling from their winter homes to breeding habitats in the United States and Canada. Use this map to know when to expect them in your area.

September Garden Checklist: Tasks & DIY Projects

Melissa J. Will — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 17:00:00 +0000

Fall marks the time in the garden for endings and new beginnings. September garden tasks include harvesting the summer crops, growing fall veggies, and, preparing the garden for winter.

Phenology: The Secret Calendar Every Gardener Uses (Without Realizing It)

Melissa J. Will — Sun, 31 Aug 2025 23:04:38 +0000

Discover how seasonal changes guide plant and wildlife behavior—and why gardeners rely on phenology, often without realizing it, to plan and grow their gardens.

Fall Tasks For Your Best Ever Spring Garden

Melissa J. Will — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 18:39:21 +0000

Spring beauty starts in fall. See what you can do now to give your garden a jump-start for the season ahead.

August Garden Checklist: Tasks & DIY Projects

Melissa J. Will — Fri, 01 Aug 2025 07:36:00 +0000

August is our time to savor summer—harvesting, crafting, and soaking it in—while also preparing the garden for fall vegetables and planting for the year ahead.

July Garden Checklist: Tasks & DIY Projects

Melissa J. Will — Wed, 02 Jul 2025 16:09:03 +0000

In cold climates, July is peak garden season with flowers blooming, food crops thriving, and pollinators busy. Here are some garden tasks to do this month.

June Garden Checklist: Tasks & DIY Projects

Melissa J. Will — Sun, 01 Jun 2025 17:45:55 +0000

June is a busy time for cold-climate gardeners. Summer is here and it’s time to plant, create, and visit other gardens for inspiration.