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DIY Zero Waste Kit​

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DIY Zero Waste Kit By Tayler Jenkins As the immense amount of waste generated by modern society becomes an increasingly alarming and urgent issue, many of us ponder what we […]
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Jimi, the key to a thriving winter garden isn’t just soil or seeds — it’s your mindset! 😌 Your mindset shapes your experience (and success) every step of the way.

That’s why we’re inviting you to the 5-Day Fantastical Winter Garden Adventure — no fee to attend! You’ll learn how your mindset affects your garden and your results. It starts today!

>>> Access the Fantastical Winter Garden Adventure ❄️

Here’s a glimpse of what’s coming:

🎥 Day 1 – Supercalifragilistic Seeds: Avoid the 5 things that can kill your garden
🎥 Day 2 – Wonderful Water: Harness the magic of water and positivity
🎥 Day 3 – Magic Micro-Heroes: Discover the helpers in your soil that boost growth
🎥 Day 4 – Be-You-Tiful You: Nurture yourself and your garden for lasting results
🎥 Day 5 – Loopty-Loos: Deepen your connection with nature and embark on your winter garden adventure

Just 30 minutes a day is all it takes — and you can fit it into your schedule whenever it works best.

>>> Your 5-Day Fantastical Winter Garden Adventure awaits! ❄️

Register now and get instant access to today’s video. It only takes a few seconds to get started! Join us for this magical journey and start growing fresh greens all year long!

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Here ya go, Jimi!

Click below to download the complimentary eGuide you requested.

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>>> Click here for your copy of Edible Flowers for Beneficials <<<


When it comes to protecting your garden, you want the right garden allies without losing any garden space!

Inside the Edible Flowers for Beneficials eGuide, you’ll learn:

🐞 8 keys to successfully encourage beneficials to your garden
🦋 The amount of garden space that should consist of beneficial plants
🐝 30+ edible plants to add to your garden that beneficials love

You want your garden to be strong and resilient to get the healthiest food possible with the least amount of effort. And to do that, you need to attract beneficials to help you manage your garden.

But why sacrifice your harvests when you can plant for both you and the beneficials?

As you partner with nature correctly and deepen your relationship, you’ll find nature can do most of the garden work for you.

To your thriving garden!

🌱 Grow Your Own Vegetables Team 🌱
 
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Day 2 of the Fantastical Winter Garden Adventure is here!

Day 2: Wonderful water

Today’s theme is Wonderful Water!

Water makes up 71% of the earth’s surface and 60% of our bodies. It is an important and powerful thing! Water can heal communities or devastate them.

One movie that represents this duality beautifully is Frozen ❄️. Elsa’s powers can either heal or destroy depending on if she acts out of love or fear.

It’s the same way with your garden. You can either cultivate beautiful, loving energy for your seeds OR your fear can leave your seeds hanging out to dry!

Today, we will learn about how to use water to rinse and prepare your seeds, what to do if your tap water is hard, soft, or anything in between, and much more!

In today’s adventure, we will cover:

🪄 The magic of water
💧 The importance of watering your magical seed
🥼 An experiment by a Japanese scientist that will change the way you water
🧘 Having a positive mindset and blessing your water
❄️ Experimenting with winter gardening

>>> Watch now 💦 Wonderful Water!

After watching today’s episode on Wonderful Water - please share your takeaway from Day 2 here with fellow adventurers!

The adventure continues!

🌱 The Grow Your Own Vegetables Team 🌱

PS - There have been a few questions about how your lentils should be stored between rinsing them. Leave them in the strainer, uncovered on your counter … you do not want to leave them in the water. See more about the rinsing instructions on Day 1 of the Fantastical Winter Garden notebook … click here to download and print.
 
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It’s time for our 3rd and most magical day yet! 🪄

Today’s theme is Magical Micro-Heroes!

Just because you can’t see something doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist.

Like in Harry Potter when Hagrid tells Harry he is a wizard…Harry doesn’t see there is a whole world of magic going on right around him!

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…Just like you might not see the Magical Micro-Heroes of your garden! The bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms that we can’t see keep your plants strong and healthy every day.

In today’s session, you’ll learn about…

🌱 5 beneficial magical micro-heroes
🌱 Microorganisms delivering nutrients to our plants
🌱 Bacteria and its key role
🌱 Nutrient cycling
🌱 Rhizophagy: the escape hatches for microbes

>>> Watch today’s adventure on Magical Micro-Heroes.

Here is what a few people had to say about Day 3:

“Mind blown on that fact about how many micro-heroes are in a handful of soil.” Sue G.

“I look forward to applying this to my indoor and outdoor plants” Lizzie D.

“Glad to know how sprouting works.” Terralee G.

Don’t forget to bring your magic wand to class!

🌱 The Grow Your Own Vegetables Team 🌱

PS – After watching Day 3: Magical Micro-Heroes - please share your takeaway here.

PPS – There have been a few questions about how your lentils should be stored between rinsing them. More about this in your Fantastical Winter Garden notebook…click here to download and print.
 
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How to Keep Poinsettias Alive After The Holidays​

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How to Keep Poinsettias Alive After The Holidays

Poinsettias are often staged near the entry and exit of grocery stores, big box retailers, and our favorite department store as impulse buys. A little holiday music, and suddenly, poof, there's one in the cart. I love poinsettias, and they are certainly a holiday staple and a symbol of the...
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How to Keep Poinsettias Alive After The Holidays​

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How to Keep Poinsettias Alive After The Holidays

Poinsettias are often staged near the entry and exit of grocery stores, big box retailers, and our favorite department store as impulse buys. A little holiday music, and suddenly, poof, there's one in the cart. I love poinsettias, and they are certainly a holiday staple and a symbol of the...
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One year I had a holiday open house for clients and friends, over four consecutive nights in one week in December. I decorated with an insane number of poinsettia plants from the grocery store. They looked good well into January, and when they finally gave out, I pulled them out of their pots and pitched them over the back rail, thinking they would become compost in the rocks and dirt below. There were prickly pear cacti back there at the time, and those wilted poinsettia took root everywhere, in the cactus pads, in the dirt, in the rocks, and they grew and grew and grew. They get really leggy, but it was quite a spectacle, unexpected.

These were my table top trees that year. Unfortunately my pic cut off Santa's bi-plane landing on top of the taller one:

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Hi Jimi,



Winter doesn’t mean the end of your garden—it’s just a new beginning! This month, we’re diving into the secrets of thriving winter gardens and showing you how to enjoy fresh, flavorful produce even during the coldest months. Whether you’re growing indoors, using movable gardens, or planning for spring, this session will inspire and empower you to make the most of your garden year-round.

Join us this Monday for December’s Thriving Gardener: Monthly Garden Masterclass:

❄️ The Winter Garden Advantage: Taste, Magic & Abundance
🗓️ Monday, December 15, 2025
🕐 10am PT / 1pm ET
👉 Save My Seat
Thriving Gardener Masterclass with Stacey​

In this live session, Stacey Murphy will reveal why winter gardens can be the most flavorful, nutritious, and surprisingly magical gardens of the year—and how easy it can be to grow fresh food even during the coldest months.

You’ll discover:
  • Why Winter Gardens Taste Better – The science behind richer flavor and dense nutrition in cool-season produce.
  • Growing Indoors Made Easy – Simple, low-maintenance indoor setups that work in any home.
  • Preserve Your Abundance – Smart storing and preserving methods to stretch your harvest through the colder months.
  • Plan Your Garden Year with Confidence – How winter gardening naturally supports a more abundant spring and summer.
  • Movable & Flexible Garden Solutions – Portable garden ideas for patios, balconies, kitchens, and small spaces.
  • The Magic of Winter Gardening – Why winter gardening feels grounding, peaceful, and deeply satisfying.

Don’t miss this chance to experience the joy, flavor, and magic of winter gardening—and set yourself up for a thriving spring harvest. We can’t wait to see you there!

>>> Reserve Your Spot Now

To your thriving garden,
 
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Big Beautiful Bill authorized 4.5 billion to regenerative farming. USDA is giving it only 700 million.

Action link:

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TAKE ACTION! Tell Congress to Save Local, Regenerative & Organic!

Organic farmers have never needed you more! Trump's USDA is still withholding payments owed to 30,715 local, regenerative and organic farmers promised $2.3 billion, including a grant OCA administers for an allied organization. Meanwhile, Trump's giving the biggest grain and oilseed...
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After refusing to disburse 6.062 billion appropriated by Congress for family famers adopting regenerative agriculture practices and serving local markets, the USDA is earmarking 700 million for regenerative agriculture, when it has given 40 billion in bailouts to industrial agriculture this year.

The 700 million isn't new money, the USDA is taking it from the combined 4.515 billion annual budget appropriated by Congress for two regenerative agriculture programs, the Environmental Quality Incentives Program and the Conservation Stewardship Program.

Why isn't all of that money going to regenerative agriculture? If regenerative only gets 700 million, that means 3.815 billion (84 percent) goes to factory farms and pesticide-drenched genetically modified field crops.
 
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Home Gardener's Weekly ​
Hi Jimi,

As we lean into the quieter months of the year, it’s the perfect time to nourish your body, expand your garden know-how, and set yourself up for a thriving season ahead. This week’s Home Gardener’s Weekly newsletter is packed with tools, tips, and inspiration to help you grow your healthiest self—both in your kitchen and your garden.
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🗞️ What’s Growing in This Week’s Newsletter 🗞️​





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Big Beautiful Bill authorized 4.5 billion to regenerative farming. USDA is giving it only 700 million.

Action link:

advocacy.organicconsumers.org

TAKE ACTION! Tell Congress to Save Local, Regenerative & Organic!

Organic farmers have never needed you more! Trump's USDA is still withholding payments owed to 30,715 local, regenerative and organic farmers promised $2.3 billion, including a grant OCA administers for an allied organization. Meanwhile, Trump's giving the biggest grain and oilseed...
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After refusing to disburse 6.062 billion appropriated by Congress for family famers adopting regenerative agriculture practices and serving local markets, the USDA is earmarking 700 million for regenerative agriculture, when it has given 40 billion in bailouts to industrial agriculture this year.

The 700 million isn't new money, the USDA is taking it from the combined 4.515 billion annual budget appropriated by Congress for two regenerative agriculture programs, the Environmental Quality Incentives Program and the Conservation Stewardship Program.

Why isn't all of that money going to regenerative agriculture? If regenerative only gets 700 million, that means 3.815 billion (84 percent) goes to factory farms and pesticide-drenched genetically modified field crops.
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All people in political positions LIE daily IMHO
 
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Today I still had some peppers and tomatoes to pick.

These are sweet peppers.

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Tomatoes and hot chilies

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Just chilies of pretty much every variety I planted this year. This will be the end as it's getting cold enough that they are giving up.

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Indoor Plant Lighting Beyond The Basics​

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Indoor Plant Lighting Beyond The Basics

Light is a form of energy in transit. When we say something gives off light, what we are really saying is that the device is releasing or broadcasting energy. The light we see, and that used by plants, falls in a small portion of the entire electromagnetic spectrum. Thinking about how a plant...
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What if I told you there was an easy and effective way to enjoy fresh, homegrown superfood salads in the next 14 days?

Even in the dead of winter.

What am I talking about? Microgreens!

Microgreens are the young versions of the super healthy and leafy veggies like broccoli, kale, spinach, peas, and so many more.

They also happen to be a miracle food of sorts because they’re easy, fast AND pack some of the highest nutritional punch in the world!

Personally, I use them in my tacos, wraps, salads, and sometimes I just eat a handful as a food supplement.

They’re easy to grow indoors or out, require very little space, can be ready to eat in 1-2 weeks, and are one of the most cost-effective ways to deliver tons of nutrition.

They’re also super easy to grow and perfect for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike.

That’s why I’m sharing this guide containing 6 Easy-To-Grow Microgreens to show you how easy it can be to grow your own.

Inside this simple-to-follow guide, you’ll discover:

🌱 The fastest way to get a plate full of microgreens

🌱 Why watering your microgreens is different than watering your garden

🌱 How to enjoy delicious peppery, lemony, sweet, and spicy flavors in your salads

🌱 The easy way to make sure your microgreens are safe to eat

🌱 How to save a TON of money on your seeds (*hint* DON’T buy them in packets!)

🌱 When to harvest your new microgreens for maximum flavor

Download your 6 Easy-to-Grow Microgreens Guide here

You can start growing these microgreens today, right at home.

Once you start, you’ll wonder why you haven’t been doing it for years!

Wishing you abundant health,

Jason Prall


P.S. Here’s the deal: microgreens grow super fast, from seed to plate in 7-14 days. They’re packed full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. And you can grow your own microgreens even if you think you have a brown thumb.

Plus, they are soooo much fresher and cheaper than what you'll find at the grocery store.

Download your guide and get started today!
 
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With the old standby safety study retracted, it's more important now than ever that glyphosate be banned. I'll add that if your neighbor is using a glyphosate containing product, unless there is never any wind or air current, you are using it in your garden too.

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TAKE ACTION: Tell the EPA to Ban Glyphosate Now!

The EPA is facing an October 1, 2026, deadline to reassess the safety of glyphosate, a widely used weedkiller linked to serious health concerns. With a major scientific 25-year-old landmark study relied upon to prove the safety of glyphosate recently retracted, it’s clear that the EPA must take...
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How To Start A Flower Meadow​

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How To Start A Flower Meadow

For many gardeners, the idea of a flower meadow, with nodding blooms gently waving in the breeze, is high on the wish list. In a flower meadow, we loosen the typical constraints about spacing, organization, and orderly rows. It’s more wild and free, but still curated and designed. Blooms are...
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Hey Jimi,

Next week we’re hosting a free webinar, showing you exactly how we cultivate ginger & turmeric (tropical crops) all the way up here in Ohio.

I’ll be sharing on…

  • How to successfully plant and grow ginger and turmeric, even in cooler climates​
  • Soil, spacing, and care basics for healthy growth and strong yields​
  • When and how to harvest for maximum flavor, color, and productivity​
  • Tips for curing and storing your harvest to extend shelf life​
  • Common mistakes to avoid when growing these crops​
  • And more!​



Webinar details:​

📅 Tuesday, January 20
⏰ 8pm EST
🔗 Sign up here


If you’ve ever wanted to grow these two root crops for your own kitchen use, medicinal reasons, or as a source of income, this webinar is for you.

Forward this email to a friend who might be interested, and sign up today!



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Wont be long and it will be time to start plants from seed again. This makes a good time to check out different varieties of your favorites.
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I've been theorizing that starting your 2026 garden will go a long way toward resolving your wrist pain, not because of motion or physical effort, but because of the mysterious healing power in the soil.
 
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Herbs and lettuce, cilantro, garlic, and onions left to right.

And a bunch of Bermuda grass that refuses to die...

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There's light at the end of the tunnel for y'all in the cold. Surprisingly last weekend was when I had my first frost of the season. I'm resisting starting chilies and tomatoes because if I do we'll have frosts well into March when I want to get them outside.
 
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Usually, we share a full Home Gardener’s Weekly with seasonal tips and inspiration. This week, we’re keeping things simple—because sometimes the most important thing is a gentle reminder of why we garden in the first place 🌱

The Joyful Gardener Docuseries is airing soon, and it’s designed to help you reconnect with your garden in a way that feels calm, doable, and deeply rewarding.





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What Joyful Gardener is really about

Over 8 days, we’ll focus on helping you:
  • Grow with confidence (without overthinking every decision)
  • Make the most of what you grow—from garden to table
  • Create a garden that supports your health, your lifestyle, and your joy

This isn’t about perfection or doing more. It’s about growing food in a way that fits your real life.
Access Your Guide Here​
Which Garden Superhero are you?​
Find out which of the eight types of garden heroes you are— it determines how and what you grow!

Discover your garden superpower so you can see your garden goals clearly and get the best results for your 2026 garden!
Rediscover Your Garden Joy

Gardening is one of those timeless activities that brings peace, satisfaction, and a sense of accomplishment. Yet, it’s easy to lose sight of the joy it once brought, especially if you’ve faced setbacks or busy routines. If your connection with your garden feels distant or lost, it’s time to rediscover that spark. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or new to the practice, here are a few simple steps to rediscover your garden joy.
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We grow a wide variety of produce at Farm on Central (and I’m always trying weird, random stuff, like fishmint or Chinese artichokes.)

But there are two root crops we grow every year without fail, and they are some of the most rewarding crops on the farm.

They’re high-value, adaptable to small spaces, and increasingly in demand from customers who want fresh, locally grown roots—not dried powder shipped from halfway around the world. Most importantly, they carry a whole cartload of health benefits.

You’ve probably guessed already, but I’m talking about ginger and turmeric.



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Ginger and turmeric have been used for generations for digestion, inflammation, and overall immune health. We grow them every year because we've seen how powerful they can be when they’re grown well, used regularly, and treated not as a cheat code or “cure all,” but as they are: a food with natural medicinal properties.

That’s why we’re hosting an upcoming webinar all about growing ginger and turmeric successfully—from sourcing seed, to planting, to harvest and storage. We’ll be sharing what’s worked for us, what didn’t, and how you can decide if these crops make sense for your location. We’ll talk about growing these crops in tunnels on a commercial scale, but we’ll also share cultivation tips for home gardeners just looking to keep a few plants in containers or in their garden. So whether you are planning on growing one plant or hundreds, come ready to take notes and ask questions.




Webinar details:​

📅 Tuesday, January 20
⏰ 8pm EST
🔗 Sign up here



Hope you see you there!
 
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Hi Jimi,

Have you ever noticed how some people seem to actually enjoy their garden… while others feel overwhelmed, behind, or unsure what to do next?

It’s not because they have more space, better soil, or years of experience.

More often, it’s because they’re gardening in a way that fits their life, climate, and energy — and that’s what brings the joy back.

That’s exactly why we’re hosting a free 8-day online event this February.
Joyful Gardener Docuseries Feb 10-17​


Inside this complimentary event, you’ll discover how to:
  • Grow fresh, nourishing vegetables without overcomplicating things
  • Avoid common mistakes that steal time, money, and motivation
  • Garden in a way that works for your space and local conditions
  • Feel more confident, capable, and excited about your garden again

And yes — joy really does follow when gardening starts to feel clear and doable.

Think about the simple happiness of:

👀 Seeing your first seedlings pop up 🌱
🥗 Harvesting something you grew yourself 🥕
🦶 Stepping into the garden knowing what to do next

If your garden has felt more frustrating than fun lately, this event is for you.

>>> I Want to Experience the Joyful Gardener Docuseries

Thousands of gardeners from all over the world have gone through this training — and many say it helped them reconnect with why they wanted to garden in the first place.
 
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In the last 10 years, grocery prices have steadily increased, and it can feel like the cost of healthy, fresh food keeps climbing.

And while prices may fluctuate in the short term, do you think organic food will be more or less expensive in the next 10 years?

I think the answer is pretty clear.

Truth is, there has never been a better time to start growing your own food, so you can save money, enjoy fresh produce, and always know exactly what’s on your plate.

And I can tell you from personal experience, there is a special kind of pride, joy, and appreciation that comes from food that you grow in your garden or on your balcony.

That’s why I want to invite you to join the Joyful Gardener series, airing from February 10th–17th.

You’ll learn step-by-step how to grow the freshest, most nutrient-rich foods right at home and experience the JOY of gardening at the same time.

Save your seat for the Joyful Gardener series now.

Here’s why growing your own food is so important:


  • Know exactly where your food comes from and how it was grown
  • Save money on groceries by having food readily available
  • Have food to eat no matter what happens in the world
  • Share your abundant harvest with your friends and family
  • Reduce your stress and enjoy the simple JOY of gardening
This event is perfect whether you’re just starting your first garden, want to double your harvest, or are anywhere in between.

The important step is getting started. Once you do, you won’t look back! I promise.

The Joyful Gardener Docuseries helps you grow food with ease and confidence, so you can nourish your family with fresh-picked, sun-kissed greens and veggies that YOU grew!

Tap here to discover how to easily grow food from home.

Wishing you abundant health,

Jason Prall


P.S. If you’re not feeling that joy yet, or if your garden is feeling like more work than fun, the Joyful Gardener Docuseries can help.

Plus, growing your own food allows you to enjoy superior ripeness and optimal nutrition, making every meal more flavorful and healthful.

Why not take the leap into gardening with expert guidance?

Head here to join.
 
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Free Event: Seed to Harvest Summit
You’re sitting on your couch, maybe your bed, scrolling Instagram.

And before you know it, a familiar face pops up.

Maybe it’s Nicole Burke. Or Jill Ragan. Or another gardener you follow.

Whoever it is, they’re harvesting beautiful veggies from their picture-perfect beds.

And you wonder, How do they do it?

(There’s no filters on those tomato plants.)

How do these gardening experts grow such Instagram-worthy gardens with high yields and abundant harvest baskets?

Well, now’s your chance to learn it straight from their mouth!

Nicole, Jill, and many others are going to be speaking at the upcoming Seed to Harvest Summit, sharing their secrets for high-yield gardens, and it’s completely free!






Introducing: The Seed to Harvest Summit ​

  • 5 days​
  • 15+ leading experts​
  • LIVE sessions​
  • All from the comfort of your own home!​

During this free Summit you'll discover:

  • How to build healthy soil—the real foundation to a healthy, vibrant garden​
  • How (and when) to irrigate for maximum yield and minimum effort​
  • How to deal with diseases by working with nature instead of against it, and addressing the root causes leading to plant weakness​
  • How to beat pests at their own game from the inside and out, instead of just spraying more and more “organic bug spray”​
  • How to grow the garden of your dreams—one that gives you food, and brings you joy​
  • And more...​



The summit is hosted by Edwin & Paul Dysinger, the father-son team behind our favorite garden/farm planning and management software, Seedtime. If there’s anyone who knows gardens inside and out, it’s those two. Don’t wait to sign up and get in on the summit!



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Hi Jimi,


Are you a Garden Activist?
A Garden Ninja?
Or maybe a Garden Chef? 👩‍🌾

🌿 If you’re thinking, “What are you talking about?” — you’re not alone 🙂

Here’s the thing most gardeners don’t realize:

Gardening isn’t just about the plants you grow.

At its roots (pun intended 🙄), it’s about YOU — your goals, your values, and what you actually want from your garden this season.

That’s why we created the Your First Step to Grow ORGANIC Vegetables Guide.

This simple, insightful guide helps you:
  • Identify your garden personality
  • Get clear on what to focus on right now
  • Avoid overwhelm from trying to do “all the things”
  • Create a garden that fits your life, space, and energy
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Why does this matter so much?

Because even experienced gardeners revisit this step every season.

Your goals, time, and priorities change — and your garden should change with you.

When your garden goals align with your values, everything feels clearer. And suddenly, growing food feels lighter, more focused… and more enjoyable.

🌱 “The tips and explanations given in the Joyful Gardener will definitely save time and be rewarding for the harvest. I had not heard anyone explain these concepts as understandably as Stacey.” - Ken A.

Bonus: When you download the guide, you’ll also receive an invitation to join us for the Joyful Gardener Docuseries (February 10–17).

This 8-day online experience builds on the guide and helps you:
  • Overcome common garden obstacles
  • Grow with confidence in your local conditions
  • Maintain the joy of gardening — not just the results

>>> Get the Guide + Join the Joyful Gardener Docuseries

Here’s to clarity, confidence, and a garden that truly supports you 🌿

🌱 Grow Your Own Vegetables Team 🌱

PS: Start with the guide, then join us for the Joyful Gardener Docuseries — it’s a powerful combination for the upcoming season.
 
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Grow More by Working With the Sun​
Before seeds go in the ground, sunlight is one of the most important — and often overlooked — pieces of garden planning. This week, we’re revisiting a favorite blog that helps you understand how light moves through your garden and how to use it to grow stronger, more productive plants (even if your space isn’t perfect).
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What Successful Gardens Have in Common

Some gardens thrive — not because the gardener has years of experience, but because they understand a few simple fundamentals that plants need to grow well.

Whether you’re just thinking about starting a garden, planting your first season, coming back after a frustrating year, or have several years of experience, this is a great place to begin.

We’ve gathered the essential building blocks of successful gardening into a free, short-form video series designed to help you:
  • Understand what plants truly need to thrive
  • Feel confident starting (or restarting) a garden
  • Work with your climate and space — no matter the size
  • Grow food in a way that feels doable and joyful

It’s supportive, practical, and made for real life — no pressure, no perfection required.
The Joyful Gardener​

The Joyful Gardener Docuseries reveals what makes gardens thrive — no matter your experience, garden size, or climate.

🎥 What it is: A breakthrough 8-part docuseries packed with practical, inspiring lessons on climate, soil, compost, planting, irrigation, harvest techniques, pests, and more — all designed to help you grow nutrient-rich vegetables and herbs at home.

🧑‍🌾 Who it’s for: Beginners, seasoned growers, and anyone ready to grow with more confidence and joy.

✅ Why it matters: You’ll learn the real building blocks of a successful garden — including how to partner with nature instead of fighting it — so your garden works smarter (not harder).

Get ready to watch the episodes and elevate your gardening game!
 
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Jimi

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Don’t throw away your peels.
Nature rarely gives us anything without purpose. And yet, most of us discard fruit and vegetable peels without a second thought. What if those peels were some of the most nutrient-dense, healing parts of the plant?
That’s exactly what this new guide, The 20 Healthiest Fruit And Vegetable Peels (Stop Throwing These Incredibly Good-For-You Peels Away!), reveals.​
Peels aren’t scraps. They’re concentrated packets of fiber, antioxidants, and plant compounds that support digestion, reduce inflammation, and boost overall wellness.
Inside the guide, you’ll discover:
  • Which peels support gut health, detoxification, and immune balance
  • How specific peels help fight oxidative stress and inflammation
  • Ways to incorporate peels safely to maximize nutrient absorption
  • The hidden value of produce you’ve likely been tossing
When we start seeing every part of a plant as purposeful, our approach to nutrition transforms. Your peels are a daily dose of nature’s wellness, and I hope the guide helps you to start incorporating them into your life.​
So thankful that you're making an investment in your health, your life and yourself.
Because health means everything,​
 
Jimi

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Hi Jimi,

Have you wanted to learn how to grow your own ginger or turmeric?

Join us for this month's Thriving Gardener: Monthly Garden Masterclass — a live series featuring top gardening experts each month to support and inspire home gardeners with practical guidance.

This month, our friend Michael Kilpatrick from Growing Farmers and Farm on Central will be sharing:

🗓️ Date: Wednesday, January 28th
🕐 Time: 4pm PT / 7pm ET
🎥 Topic: Learn to Grow Ginger & Turmeric
🪑 Save Your Seat

These two bizarre crops will spice up your garden (literally) like nothing else.

Maybe you’re thinking, “What??? I can grow these in my backyard!”

You bet you can!

Now, if you’ve ever used ginger in your cooking or taken turmeric supplements then you know just how powerful these two roots are. They’re full of antioxidants and anti-inflammatories, and have traditionally been used to help everything from digestive issues (ginger) to joint pain (turmeric).

Even if it’s a super exotic medicinal root crop…nothing beats homegrown.

Grow your own ginger and turmeric with confidence using proven techniques for healthy plants and powerful harvests.

In this live session, Learn to Grow Ginger & Turmeric, you’ll discover:
  • How to successfully plant and grow ginger and turmeric, even in cooler climates
  • Soil, spacing, and care basics for healthy growth and strong yields
  • When and how to harvest for maximum flavor, color, and productivity
  • Tips for curing and storing your harvest to extend shelf life
  • Common mistakes to avoid when growing these crops
  • And more!

If ginger tea, turmeric remedies, or homegrown medicinal plants are part of your world (or something you’ve been curious about), you’ll really enjoy this class.

Don’t miss this chance to learn from one of the most trusted voices in growing fresh food.

>>> Reserve Your Spot Now

To your thriving garden,

🌱 The Grow Your Own Vegetables Team 🌱
 
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Supreme Court could block pesticide lawsuits.

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TAKE ACTION: Tell Congress to Protect Pesticide Victims' Right to Sue!

In its latest bid to avoid taking responsibility and compensating people Monsanto sickened or killed, Bayer took its case all the way to the Supreme Court. The German company cleared a significant hurdle when the Justices agreed to consider its appeal. Bayer hopes they'll rule in its favor and...
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Jimi

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🐝 Protecting Bees, NOT Harming Them​

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If you’ve ever lit a “normal” candle and felt that synthetic fragrance hit your throat or head, you already understand the problem. Most candles are loaded with mystery scents and additives that have no business being in your air (and then your lungs and bloodstream).​
Once you learn what you’re actually breathing, you can’t unknow it, and you definitely can’t un-smell that fake, perfumey haze.​
I’m real-life good friends with the the founder and the owner at Bee Lucia. I’ve toured their facility, and can tell you they’re the real deal: kind, meticulous humans who genuinely care about bee health and doing this work the right way.​
I also know many ECL readers are protective of bees and wary of anything that feels extractive. I’m the same way, which is why I asked hard questions. Ethical, conscious hive stewardship can be a net positive for colonies when it’s done with care and competence: supporting resilient hives, keeping stress low, and managing real-world threats like mites in a responsible way. Backing companies that prioritize hive health helps reinforce the kind of bee management that protects colonies rather than depleting them.​
Why these are virtually the only candles we allow in our house:​
  • They’re made with pure beeswax, organic coconut oil, and essential oils, not synthetic fragrance clouds.
  • They smell strong enough to actually fill a room, without the toxic “candle hangover.”
  • They burn clean and feel aligned with a home that’s trying to reduce chemical load.
 
Jimi

Jimi

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Member For 5 Years
Imagine growing and harvesting ginger and turmeric successfully—even in cooler climates.

That’s exactly what you’ll learn in this month’s Thriving Gardener Masterclass:
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The Thriving Gardener Masterclass​
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, January 28th
🕐 Time: 4pm PT / 7pm ET

>>> Count me in! <<<​

Join us live this Wednesday, January 28th, at 4pm PT / 7pm ET as Michael shares how Grow Ginger & Turmeric … we’ll walk through everything you need to grow these vibrant roots successfully—even in cooler regions. From soil and spacing to harvesting, curing, and storage, you’ll learn simple, reliable techniques that help you avoid common mistakes and enjoy a healthy, flavorful harvest. If you haven’t already saved your spot, this is your reminder — no cost to join us live!

If you haven’t already saved your spot, this is your reminder — no cost to join us live!

>>> Save Your Spot Now

Gardening is better when it feels fun, curious, and doable. Come join us live, learn something new, and add a little golden-root joy to your garden this season.

To your thriving garden,

🌱 The Grow Your Own Vegetables Team 🌱
 
Jimi

Jimi

Diamond Contributor
Member For 5 Years
Hey folks,

The best gardeners are a walking encyclopedia full of plant & soil knowledge. They know how to...

  • manage pests & weeds naturally​
  • grow an incredible amount of food in a small space​
  • cultivate super fertile soil​
  • mix plants and plan for an extended season​
  • compost, irrigate, trellis, prune, harvest...​
Which is why, you definitely want to pay attention when 15+ expert gardeners are gathering to spill their secrets!

February 1-5, Seedtime is hosting its FREE Seed to Harvest Summit. This LIVE event will bring the best in the world of responsible and sustainable agriculture right into your home so that you can be the best version of yourself, and grow the best version of your garden.



 
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Jimi

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Maximizing Beans, Squash, Cucumbers, And Peas In Small Spaces​

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Maximizing Beans, Squash, Cucumbers, And Peas In Small Spaces

Some of our favorite garden vegetables can be real space hogs. Even with larger gardens, we might still hesitate to allow one or two crops to take up so much real estate. Whether you garden in a container on the deck or just want to contain the sprawl to a smaller area, it’s fairly easy to get...
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