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10 Steps to Learning to Garden Meditate

September 22, 2023 by Kathryn Vercillo Leave a Comment

10 Unique Ways I Garden Meditate

Gardening was never my forte. Honestly, I proudly wore the label of a “brown thumb” for most of my life. I’d often cringe at the thought of tending to plants, certain I’d unintentionally send them to an early demise. Little did I know that my journey from reluctant gardener to someone who finds solace in…

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The Gardener’s Brain

September 8, 2023 by Kathryn Vercillo Leave a Comment

The Gardener's Brain

As you stand amidst the lush, vibrant foliage of a garden, your busy mind settles into the soothing rhythm of the natural world. The rumination stops. You notice the gentle rustling of leaves, the cheerful chorus of birdsong, and the earthy aroma of freshly turned soil. It’s in these still moments that you realize there’s…

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Early heat waves don’t politely ease into the season—they slam into gardens like a blast furnace, turning tender growth into crispy disappointment almost overnight. Spring planting often creates a false sense of security, with cool mornings and mild afternoons lulling gardeners into thinking plants can handle anything. Then suddenly, temperatures spike into the high 80s…

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Why Adding Compost Now Can Transform Soil Quality

Why Adding Compost Now Can Transform Soil Quality

Soil drives everything in a garden, yet most people focus only on what grows above ground. Rich, well-balanced soil fuels stronger roots, better water retention, and healthier plants from day one. Compost delivers a powerful mix of nutrients and organic matter that transforms tired dirt into a thriving ecosystem. Garden beds that receive compost early…

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