A FEW NOTES FROM MY GARDEN
Good things
grow here.
Little lessons from a Phoenix garden, shared with a generous spirit. Start wherever you are; there’s always something new to grow.
01START HERE · PHOENIX GARDENING
A garden that loves the desert
Desert gardening asks us to notice the place we’re growing in. Start with the light, give the soil a little love, and choose plants that feel at home here.
- Notice your sun. A few hours of gentle morning light can be a kinder starting place than the strong afternoon sun.
- Build healthy soil with compost and a layer of mulch to help protect roots from the heat.
- Start with one or two plants you love. Growing well is more satisfying than growing everything at once.
02IN THE KITCHEN GARDEN · EASY GROWING
The joy of a handful of herbs
A small herb pot can turn the most ordinary meal into a garden moment. Basil, mint, and chives are a sweet place to begin.
- Choose a pot with a drainage hole and a sunny spot with a little afternoon shade.
- Water when the top of the soil feels dry, and keep the soil evenly moist—not soggy.
- Snip a little often. Regular harvesting encourages many herbs to keep growing.
03COMMUNITY · GARDEN LIFE
You don’t need a green thumb
A garden isn’t a test to pass. It’s a relationship that grows with attention, a little practice, and the grace to try again.
- Make your first garden small enough to enjoy—not so big it feels like a chore.
- Keep a simple note of what you planted and what the light and water were like.
- Ask a neighbor what grows well nearby. Local knowledge is one of the loveliest garden tools.
A LITTLE MORE GROWING, TOGETHER