Hi Garden Friend! If youâve been staring at your tomato plants wondering âAm I doing this right?â⌠I promise youâre not alone. Tomatoes can be a little extra sometimes. One day they look amazing, and the next theyâre wilting, cracking, or just not growing the way you expected. So consider this your friendly gardening pep talk. Avoid These Common Tomato Mistakes Most tomato problems come down to a few beginner missteps, like planting too early, overwatering, or skipping support. Before you get...
9 days ago â˘Â 2 min read
Hi Garden Friend! If seed starting feels confusing, youâre not doing anything wrong â itâs one of the most common gardening questions. Once you know your last frost date, the rest is just counting backward a few weeks. I created a super simple planting calendar to make indoor seed starting feel a lot less overwhelming: đ When to Start Seeds Indoors (Easy Planting Calendar) I hope it helps you feel more confident and excited as gardening season gets closer. đż Happy growing,Lettuce Grow...
18 days ago â˘Â 1 min read
đż Plant of the Month: Kale Hi Garden Friend, Iâm a huge fan of kaleâitâs not just trendy, itâs a nutrient powerhouse thatâs easy to grow and so versatile in the kitchen. Whether youâre a seasoned gardener or just starting out, kale is forgiving, productive, and keeps on giving all season long. 𼏠Why I Love Kale Packed with vitamins A, C, and K (and fiber!) Thrives in cool weatherâperfect for fall, mild winter, and early spring gardens You can harvest leaf by leaf, so it keeps producing If you...
about 1 month ago â˘Â 1 min read
Hi Garden Friend, If you're thinking about this yearâs garden (or feeling like seed starting season is approaching fast), now is a great time to slow down just enough to plan ahead. I wanted to share two resources that work really well together if youâre hoping for a smoother, less chaotic growing season. 1. The New and Updated LGS Garden Planner & Journal This is a 92-page printable planner I created because I was tired of scattered notes, half-filled notebooks, and trying to remember what I...
about 1 month ago â˘Â 2 min read
Hi Garden Friend, In the spirit of the season, giving, gathering, and dreaming of spring, I wanted to share a few thoughtful Christmas gift ideas for the gardeners in your life (or for yourself, because that absolutely counts đ). From practical tools to little joys that make winter feel brighter, these are perfect for anyone who canât wait to get their hands back in the dirt.. BUDGET-FRIENDLY GARDENER GIFTS Check out this awesome roundup of 15 gifts under $30 -These are practical, fun, and...
about 2 months ago â˘Â 1 min read
Hi Garden Friend, Happy Monday! And Happy Cyber Monday Shopping! There are so many good deals for indoor and outdoor gardening. Quick Link to All My Favorite Garden Deals! My top 5 favorite deals! Vego Garden Beds - Perfect for beginner gardeners or if you want to DIY your own raised bed gardens. These beds are 17" tall and there are 9 different configurations you can choose from. Learn why we use raised beds for vegetable gardening. 2. Aero Garden - Great if you don't have much space outside...
2 months ago â˘Â 1 min read
Because your support helps gardens (and our little mission) grow. Here are some heart-felt thanks + gift ideas for the gardeners in your life. Hi Garden Friend, As Thanksgiving approaches, Iâm filled with gratitude for you and for this gardening community. Thank you for being part of Lettuce Grow Something. Your emails read, comments shared, seeds grown, it all means so much to me. And in that spirit, I wanted to share a few thoughtful gifts for gardeners. Whether youâre treating yourself or...
3 months ago â˘Â 1 min read
Hi Garden Friend, I know starting a garden can feel overwhelming. But it doesnât have to! My friend Nicole from Gardenary created The Easy Garden Kit. This kit gives you everything you need to start growing healthy, strong plants. It includes 10 organic seed varieties, a full growing guide, step-by-step video lessons, and digital resources. This is the perfect gift for yourself or a gardening friend! Especially great for beginners or anyone looking to simplify gardening, this all-in-one kit...
4 months ago â˘Â 1 min read
Hi Garden Friend, I know it still feels like summer might never end (especially if you're sweating through triple digits in Texas đ), but believe it or notânowâs the perfect time to start planning your fall garden. Iâll be honest: my summer garden didnât exactly thrive this year. Between full schedules and helping clients get their spaces growing, mine got a little...wild. But thatâs the beauty of gardeningâeach new season gives us a fresh start. đ If your gardenâs looking a little tired too,...
6 months ago â˘Â 1 min read