Fertilizing doesn’t have to be complicated! Learn the difference between granular and liquid fertilizers, when to use them, and how to read N-P-K ratios to give your plants exactly what they need. 🌱✨

Struggling to keep your plants upright? 🌿✨ This week’s FAQ Friday covers plant support—from netting and stakes to twine and tomato cages. Whether you're growing zinnias, dahlias, or cosmos, proper support ensures longer, straighter stems and healthier plants! 🌸💪 Plus, keep an eye out for an upcoming how-to reel on staking with twine!

Pests invading your garden? 🐛🦟 This week’s FAQ Friday is all about pest control—from chemical-free methods to low-tox sprays and when to use organic treatments (with caution!). 🌿✨ Plus, if you want a deeper dive into rose pest control, join the waitlist for The Garden Rose Crash Course and grab a freebie while you're at it!

Harvest season is here! 🌸✨ Whether you're cutting zinnias, cosmos, dahlias, or sunflowers, knowing when and how to harvest makes all the difference in vase life. This week’s FAQ Friday breaks it down by bloom type, so your flowers last longer and look fresher. Plus, if you're a rose lover, don’t miss my new rose course—email subscribers get $40 off until May 22! 🌹

Think it's too late to plant flowers? Think again! 🌸 This week’s FAQ Friday is all about seed starting—and the flowers you can still plant now for beautiful late-summer and fall blooms. Learn how to read days to maturity on seed packets and discover which flowers (like zinnias, cosmos, and sunflowers) thrive when direct sown. Get all the details so you can enjoy a garden full of color before the season ends!

Thinking about adding roses to your garden? 🌹 This week’s FAQ Friday breaks down own root vs. grafted roses and bare root vs. potted roses, so you can choose the best option for your space! Whether you're looking for affordability, ease of planting, or long-term resilience, I’ve got you covered. Plus, check out my Garden Rose Crash Course to get started with confidence!

Not all garden caterpillars are bad! Some turn into beautiful pollinators, while others munch their way through your favorite plants. This week’s FAQ Friday is your go-to guide on identifying which caterpillars to protect and which ones to remove. Learn how to spot swallowtail, monarch, and lo moth caterpillars (keep these!) and how to handle army worms, webworms, and cutworms (smush away!). Plus, get my favorite tools for keeping your plants safe. 🐛🌱

Dahlias are taking over Houston gardens, and for good reason! With the right timing, location, and a little summer maintenance, you can enjoy stunning blooms season after season. This week’s FAQ Friday covers exactly when to plant, where to place them, and how to keep your dahlias thriving in Houston’s unique climate. Plus, share your best dahlia-growing tips for a chance to win my upcoming Dahlia eBook! 🌸

Dreaming of cooler temps and a garden full of blooms? 🌸 Now’s the time to start planning your fall planting! This week, we’re diving into the best flowers to plant now for gorgeous blooms from January to April. From ranunculus to tulips, here’s everything you need to know to get started.

Hardening off your seedlings is the key to strong, healthy plants! 🌱 This step-by-step guide will help you transition indoor-grown seedlings to their outdoor home, ensuring they thrive in the garden. Plus, find out which flowers can be direct sown—no indoor care needed!

Ready to grow a stunning fall garden? 🌿 My Grow Along is a 6-month guided course (September–February) where I’ll walk you through every step of growing beautiful blooms. Plus, a planting calendar is coming soon to help you time everything perfectly! Want extra support? Join our live group chat for real-time coaching. Let’s grow together!

Get your dahlias ready for a stunning fall bloom! 🌸 If your dahlias went dormant during the summer, now’s the time to prune, support, and fertilize for vibrant autumn flowers. This step-by-step guide will show you exactly what to do to set your dahlias up for success!

Timing is everything when it comes to planting hardy annuals! In this week’s FAQ Friday, we’re breaking down the simple math behind when to start seeds and transplant for a thriving spring garden. Plus, grab a free planting calendar to make the process even easier!

Want a healthier, more productive garden? Proper plant spacing is the secret! This week’s FAQ Friday breaks down easy spacing guidelines for flowers like sunflowers, dahlias, and roses—plus a simple trick to measure perfect spacing every time. Say goodbye to weeds and hello to thriving plants!

Thinking ahead to next fall? So are we! This week's garden journal dives into the seeds I wish I had started this summer and the plants I’m planning for Fall 2025. If you love zinnias, marigolds, sunflowers, and more, now’s the time to plan ahead. Plus, email subscribers get a 24-hour head start on our pre-chilled bulb sale!

Cooler temps bring aphids, ants, caterpillars, and mealybugs to your garden! Knock aphids off with water, treat mealybugs with rubbing alcohol, tackle ant nests with orange oil, and handpick caterpillars before they cause damage.

October is the perfect time to plant ranunculus & anemone corms in Houston! Soak for 3-4 hours, plant pointy side down, space them properly, and protect from frost for a gorgeous spring bloom.

Want step-by-step guidance? Join the Corm Planting Mini Course!

Dahlias can thrive in Houston—but timing is everything! Plant tubers Feb 14-Mar 1 or July 15-Aug 15, give them 6+ hours of sun, space them 12" apart, and provide sturdy support for their tall stems.

Want to grow your best dahlias yet? Dahlia tubers & a Deep Dive mini course are coming in Feb 2025!

Want a show-stopping spring garden? Tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths thrive in Houston with the right prep! Chill bulbs for 8+ weeks, plant in December-January, and space them closely for impact. Water smartly—too much can cause rot!

Got an amaryllis or paperwhites this holiday season? Keep them thriving with proper watering, growth control (yes, a little vodka helps!), and post-bloom planting. These beauties can brighten your home now and your garden for years to come!