Garden Journal
An open book of musings, inspiration, seasonal tasks, our recent projects and big ideas. Browse the latest articles below or search for a topic that interests you. Leave a comment and join the conversation.
Q&A: What happened to my squash?
My squash: It was fine yesterday and now it’s totally wilted!
Q&A: How do I keep pillbugs out of my garden? Or earwigs? Or slugs?
Creepy crawly bugs in your soil. Are they bad?
Cultivating Community in a Front Yard Garden
A new front yard garden entices neighbors to stop and chat.
Q&A: Should I prune the suckers from my tomato plants?
The Great Tomato Sucker Debate! Here’s why we can’t take a side….
Q&A: How long should I run my drip irrigation?
How to determine the watering schedule that’s right for your garden.
Q&A: Should I plant seeds or seedlings?
How we decide which plants to direct sow and which to transplant into the garden.
Stone and Steel
A new Corten Steel Trio of raised beds adds worn-in charm to an elegant Southern back porch.
Early May Garden To-Do List
Check off these tasks to keep your garden beautiful and bountiful in May.
A Garden Centered Life
Long before Tennessee Kitchen Gardens was stamped on a business card, my garden was my center.