Your Dream Garden Awaits

Which is better: raised beds or ground gardening? Without a doubt, raised beds! Getting off the ground saves your back (especially important as we get older!), and taking everything vertical creates more function AND beauty. Raised beds transform your entire gardening experience.Once you garden at standing height, you’ll never go back to ground level! 👉 Follow @homegrowngardenschicago for more gardening tips and luxury garden builds! #gardening #raisedgardenbeds #gardeningtips #backyardgarden #vegetablegarden #garden #gardendesign

A garden isn’t just about growing food. It nourishes your soul, creates peace, and transforms your everyday life into something magical. This is what’s possible when you design a luxury garden space that feeds both your body and your spirit 🥰 👉 Want your own dream garden oasis? Reach out and let’s create something beautiful together! #gardening #gardeninspo #luxurygarden #dreamgarden #backyardgarden #gardendesign #peacefulgarden

Radishes are one of the fastest and most rewarding fall crops you can grow! But how do you know when they’re ready to harvest? 🤔 Watch for them to start poking up out of the ground and bulbing out; that’s your signal they’re ready to pull. Super cute, super fast, and perfect for fall gardens! One of the easiest vegetables for beginner gardeners or quick succession planting! 🌱 #gardening #harvest #vegetables #vegetablegarden #growyourown #gardeningtips #fallgardening

This is the first time using upgraded soil in my gardens and WOW is the difference incredible! 😍 This new blend has natural organic fertilizers, iron, mica, and way more nutrients than what I used before. The plant growth in this space proves that soil quality is THE most important factor after design. If you want better harvests and healthier plants, invest in premium soil. Your future gardens will thank you! 👉 Follow @homegrowngardenschicago for behind-the-scenes builds and expert gardening advice! #gardening #gardensoil #organicgardening #gardeningtips #growyourown #vegetablegarden #garden

Raised beds make most things accessible, but what about when your tomatoes, beans, or squash vines grow taller than you can reach? The solution is simple: keep a garden ladder on hand! Whether it’s vertical tomatoes, pole beans, or tomatillos, you need safe access to harvest all that produce. Don’t risk injuries trying to reach. Invest in a proper garden ladder and harvest everything safely! 👉 Follow @homegrowngardenschicago for practical gardening solutions and pro tips! #gardening #gardeningtips #gardenhacks #verticalgardening #vegetablegarden #growyourown #garden

Want to know the secret to creating an upscale luxury garden? It’s all about intentionally mixing materials! This space combines repurposed brick, soapstone countertops, steel boxes, granite, and Corten steel posts with Edison lights. Each element complements the others to create an organic yet elevated experience. That’s the difference between DIY and designer-level results! 👉 Ready for your own dream garden oasis? Reach out and let’s get you started! #gardening #gardendesign #luxurygarden #backyardideas #landscaping #outdoorliving #gardenideas

Want a better harvest and a more beautiful garden? Stop planting seeds and forgetting about them! Your plants need 5-10 minutes of daily attention, like training vines, checking growth, and giving them intentional care. Let your garden go wild and you’ll have chaos. Give it daily love and you’ll have organized, productive abundance! The difference between an okay garden and an amazing one? Consistent attention! 👉 Follow @homegrowngardenschicago for daily tips, tricks, and incredible garden transformations! #gardening #gardeningtips #vegetables #vegetablegarden #growyourown #garden #organicgardening

Need fruit trees but don’t have space? Espalier training lets you grow apples vertically and horizontally in the smallest spaces! This Two Tier Cordon technique keeps trees organized and structured instead of growing wild in all directions. You can even add a third layer if you want more fruit production. Perfect for small yards, against walls, or as a hidden garden feature. Smart design meets productive growing! 👉 Follow @homegrowngardenschicago for luxury garden design secrets and inspiration! #gardening #fruittrees #gardeningtips #appletree #smallgarden #urbangarden #backyardgarden

Dividing perennials at the wrong time can kill them! Here’s when to actually do it for the best results 👇 Your ideal windows are spring as they’re emerging or fall once it cools off. NEVER divide midseason when they’re blooming or during hot summer temps. You’ll stress the plant and risk losing it 😱 Get the timing right and your perennials will multiply beautifully year after year! 👉 Follow @homegrowngardenschicago for gardening tips that actually work! #gardening #gardeningtips #plants #flowers #perennials #garden #plantcare

This garden before and after was INSANE! My client was gardening on a crazy slope with lackluster furniture and basically no functional space. Well, not anymore! We transformed this rough yard into a multi-level garden paradise with custom soapstone countertops, steel doors, and a central hangout area that’s actually worth spending time in. The entrance arbor is just waiting to be covered in vines next season, but it’s already thriving and it’s only getting better! If your yard feels impossible to work with, this proves anything can be transformed! 👉 Want your own luxury garden space? Reach out and let’s create something amazing together! #gardening #gardenideas #beforeandafter #backyardgarden #luxurygarden #landscaping #gardendesign

Don’t let winter destroy your fountains and bird baths! This crucial step prevents expensive damage when water freezes and expands. You must winterize fountains and any bird baths or water features. That means blowing out the lines and making sure no residual water is in the pipes so it doesn’t expand and break them. Simple winterizing that saves you money and heartache! 💧 Save this video for when you’re ready to winterize! #gardening #winter #maintenance #fountain #gardentips #landscaping #winterizing

Some fruit trees handle cold like champs, while others will die at the first frost! Know which ones need to come inside before it’s too late. In Illinois, apples, pears, and peaches can survive winter outdoors. But exotic citrus like lemons, limes, and oranges hate cold weather. Put them in pots so they can be winterized inside or in a south-facing window. Don’t lose your citrus trees this winter! 🍋 Share this with a friend who grows fruit trees! #gardening #fruittrees #winter #citrus #trees #gardens

Not every garden plant needs to be edible! This aggressive gourd vine gives us shade over the hammock AND cute decorations for Thanksgiving. We wanted shade over our hammock hangout spot, and gourds fit the bill perfectly. It’s an aggressive viner that grows over 10 feet long and provides ample shade plus ornamental fruits for fall. Double-duty plants for the win! 🌱 Save this video for your shade plant ideas! #gardening #gourds #outdoorliving #vines #landscaping #gardentips

It’s purple kohlrabi! This alien-looking vegetable grows above ground, loves cold weather, and is perfect to eat with hummus. Harvest this when it reaches baseball to softball size for the best flavor and texture. It’s an amazing cruciferous vegetable that more people should know about! Have you ever tried this weird but wonderful veggie? 💜 Share this with someone who’s never tried kohlrabi! #gardening #kohlrabi #vegetables #harvest #organicgardening #growyourown #organicveggies

Honey harvest season is here! Thank you bees for all your hard work and efforts! 🐝 🍯 I’ll continue to plant an infinite amount of flowers! 🌺 #reciprocitywithnature #bees #honey #grateful #honeypress #lovebees @pureluckwinery @markzubkovskis

Time for “Guess This Plant Baby!” Here are your clues: this goes in the ground early in the season, can tolerate cold weather, and forms a bulky bulb above ground. It’s crunchy to eat and loves cold weather. This mysterious vegetable is perfect for early season planting and can handle frost better than most crops. Think you know what it is? 🌿 Share this quiz with a fellow gardener! #gardening #quiz #vegetables #plants #growyourown #gardentips

Do you have Swiss cheese leaves in your garden? Then, unfortuantely, you have flea beetles! But don’t panic! Your eggplant can still produce amazing harvests despite the damage. A simple spray of neem oil will take them away, or just brush them off. Two simple solutions that actually work! 🍆 Save this video for when bugs attack your eggplant! #gardening #bugs #eggplant #pests #vegetables #gardentips #organic

Garden + hammock + pergola = pure relaxation! This structure has four 6x6 posts, 2x12 headers, and 2x4 cross beams to create a pergola-style hammock space. You can grow vines up and over it to create shade as you relax in your garden. The perfect excuse to spend more time outside! 🌳 Share this with someone who needs to relax more! #gardening #hammock #pergola #relaxation #backyard #outdoorliving #garden

Frost doesn’t follow a calendar! This simple trick protects your plants when temperatures suddenly drop into the 30s. Keep track of weather because frost doesn’t happen on the same day every year. About 2-3 weeks before your average last frost date, watch for low 30s temps. Use garden frost blankets or regular blankets with stakes to create tents over your plants. Two easy methods that actually work (and one costs nothing)! ❄️ Save this video for when frost warnings hit! #gardening #frost #plants #protection #gardentips #gardens

This is what happens when you give sunflowers some space! Maggie started with just a few common sunflower seeds and now this beauty is literally 14 FEET tall. If you have some land and can go real vertical, definitely grow common sunflowers. This is year two and we’re already worried about what next year will bring! Fair warning: these get MASSIVE if you have the space! 🌻 Share this with someone who needs a sunflower wall in their garden! #gardening #sunflowers #flowers #natives #gardentips

Forget regular pumpkins. These ADORABLE Jack Be Littles grow abundantly and fill your garden with the cutest fall decorations ever! These little cuties grow much more abundantly than regular pumpkins and will fill up your garden space with lots of tiny fruits. Perfect size for kids, crafts, and endless fall decorating possibilities! 🎃 Share this with a friend who loves tiny pumpkins! #gardening #pumpkins #fall #harvest #vegetables #growyourown #gardentips

Last year, this was just empty ground on my Iowa family farm. Today? It’s a two-room garden paradise with hammocks built right into the design! We created an “”I for Iowa”” layout so you can reach every plant without climbing into beds. The hammock pergola is my favorite feature, two hammocks under growing squash vines for natural shade! We even hid an ugly propane tank behind a beautiful trellis wall. Smart design turns problems into features! 👉 What would YOUR dream garden include? DM me and let’s make your dream garden a reality! #gardening #gardentransformation #beforeandafter #luxurygarden #hammock #gardendesign

If you skip this fall maintenance step, your spring garden will struggle! You need to add back nutrients by installing compost into your raised beds. It pumps nutrients back into the soil and attracts earthworms from the ground up to acclimate your soil for spring. Your future plants will thank you for this essential fall prep! 🪴 Save this video to prep your beds this fall! #gardening #fallmaintenance #compost #soil #gardentips #growyourown #gardenmaintenance #fall

Your Midwest garden doesn’t have to die in winter! This simple addition lets you enjoy your outdoor space even in December and January. A solo stove kicks out tons of heat, so you can actually be outside in your garden space 12 months a year. Depending on the season, you might even enjoy it through February! This is a game-changer for extending your garden season year-round! 🌿 Share this with someone who needs more outdoor time! #gardening #outdoorliving #winter #garden #backyard #landscaping #patio

Don’t waste your time and money! These popular vegetables will never give you a harvest if you plant them now. Anything in the nightshade family (eggplant, peppers, and tomatoes) simply doesn’t have enough time to mature before frost hits. If you’re seed starting these in late summer, you won’t get a harvest (in Illinois or Iowa). Save yourself the disappointment and plant cold-weather crops instead! 🍅 Share this with a friend who always plants tomatoes! #gardening #fallgardening #vegetables #gardentips #growyourown #planting #gardeningmistakes

First trip to @bakercreekseeds was a magical time at their Harvest Festival! We had so much fun exploring their operation, stocking up on high-quality seed straight from the source, and connecting with their amazing team! Thank you for all that you do in service to the growing community and the planet! New tradition unlocked — we can’t wait to come back! 🌽🫶 #bakerscreekheirloomseeds #gardeninglife #organic #nongmo #growyourown #harvestfestival #rampicantescarf #nicegourd #harvestmoon #starstruck #homegrowngardens #roadtripforthesoul

From June to October, you’ll get non-stop blooms with this flower! This adorable native flower is basically maintenance-free and gives you color all season long. Plant it in late fall or early spring, and it will bloom starting in June and lasting until October. The colors, textures, and varieties of native plants are endless! The secret? Plant it now for next year’s incredible show! 🌸 Save this video for your spring planting list! #gardening #flowers #natives #blooms #perennials #gardentips #landscaping

If you want to enjoy fresh garlic from your garden, NOW is the time to plant your bulbs! In Illinois and Iowa, this is the perfect month to take those little cloves and pop them in the ground. You’ll get full bulbs in late June of the following year. So, don’t miss this window. Otherwise, you won’t have garlic next year! 🧄 Share this with someone who loves fresh garlic! #gardening #garlic #fallplanting #harvest #vegetables #growyourown #gardentips

Most people think gardening season is over, but these 3 vegetables will give you fresh harvests until deep frost hits! 🫜 Radishes are super quick growers that love cold weather (you’ll be harvesting in just 4 weeks!). 🌱 Arugula does well even with light frost and regrows when you cut it for ongoing harvests. 🥬 Bok choy and other spring crops are amazing cruciferous vegetables perfect for fall stir fries. These are quick growers that actually LOVE cold weather and can handle frost better than summer crops. Perfect timing right now! 🌱 Save this video for your fall planting checklist! #gardening #fallgardening #vegetables #growyourown #harvest #gardentips #planting

See that tall, leggy lettuce? It’s about to ruin your entire salad! When lettuce goes to seed, it develops this awful bitter taste that’s completely inedible. Here’s when you need to pull it and refresh your beds for continuous sweet harvests all season long! 🥬 Save this tip before your lettuce betrays you! #gardening #lettuce #vegetables #growyourown #gardentips #salad #harvest

This one mistake is killing your container garden before it even starts! Most people grab cute little pots without thinking about what’s happening underground. Your tiny seedling has BIG plans for its roots, and if you don’t give it space, your harvest will be disappointing! Follow for more container gardening hacks that will transform your harvests! 🌱 #gardening #containergardening #gardentips #vegetables #growyourown #planters #gardeninghacks

Stop! Before you harvest another cucumber, watch this quick tip that will save your vines and maximize your harvest all season long! Most people just yank cucumbers off the vine, but that’s a HUGE mistake! You’ll damage the plant and reduce future production. Instead, give it a gentle twist and it pops right off perfectly. This simple technique keeps your cucumber vines healthy and producing all season long. Your plants will thank you with continuous harvests instead of stressed, damaged vines! 👉 What other harvesting questions do you have? Drop them below and I’ll make videos to help! 🥒 #cucumberharvest #gardeningtips #harvestingtips #luxurygarden #cucumbers #growyourownfood #gardeninghacks

If you’re tired of the same old red tomatoes, meet your new obsession! Sun sugar tomatoes are absolute game-changers. They’re candy-sweet, gorgeous yellow, and here’s the best part: they NEVER crack! See all that rain damage on other tomatoes? These beauties just keep trucking along, staying perfect no matter what Mother Nature throws at them. I’m literally obsessed with how reliable they are. These little golden gems are my absolute favorite for snacking straight off the vine or adding sweetness to any salad. Once you try sun sugars, you’ll never go back to boring tomatoes again! 🍅 Ready to upgrade your tomato game? Save this variety for next season. Your taste buds will thank you! #sunsugartomatoes #yellowtomatoes #tomatoes #luxurygarden #tomatovarieties #growyourown

Drowning in cucumbers? Here’s how you can save your entire harvest with these two incredible recipes! 🥒 First up: refreshing Cucumber Watermelon Feta Salad with arugula, pepitas, and olives. It’s pure summer in a bowl! Then we got creative with “Cucumber Surprise” and threw in fresh tomatoes, purple peppers, and grilled poblanos she had waiting in her fridge. The best part? No measuring, no fancy techniques. Just good ingredients and a little creativity! This is exactly what garden-to-table cooking should be: simple, fresh, and using what you have! Perfect for when your garden is practically attacking you with abundance! 🌱 👉 What vegetables are taking over YOUR garden right now? Let’s figure out what to do with them together! #recipes #farmtotable #gardentotable #veggierecipes #vegetarian #cucumbers

This luxury garden masterpiece is complete! What a dream come true to bring this stunning outdoor living space to life for the amazing homeowners to enjoy. The fall veggies we planted is just a preview of the garden abundance to come in 2026. ✨🌿#luxurygarden #homegrown #elevatedgarden #organic #nongmo #raisedbeds #outdoorliving #wheaton #chicagogarden #homegrowngardens @joannesmith2121

Think you can’t garden because you travel too much? Think again! This game-changing solution will let you maintain a thriving garden even with the busiest lifestyle. Self-watering containers are about to become your new best friend. Here’s how the magic works: these innovative pots feature a hidden water reservoir in the bottom that slowly releases moisture as your plants need it. Fill it up maybe once a week, and your plants will thrive while you’re living your best life. This is perfect for busy professionals, frequent travelers, or anyone who wants gorgeous container gardens without the daily watering commitment. No more coming home to wilted, sad plants or feeling guilty about your brown thumb! I recommend this system to all my luxury garden clients who want beautiful outdoor spaces but have demanding schedules. It’s the ultimate combination of convenience and elegance. 👉 Follow @homegrowngardenschicago to learn how to grow your own food, and watch me turn drab outdoor areas into luxury garden spaces! #selfwatering #containergardening #luxurygarden #travelfriendly #easygardening #gardens #luxurygardens

Quiz answer time! You’re looking at two of my favorite cool-season superstars: crispy Romaine lettuce (perfect for Caesar salads) and silky Buttercrunch lettuce that literally melts in your mouth. But here’s the urgent timing secret every gardener needs to know: eat these beauties BEFORE summer heat hits! Once temperatures climb into the nineties, both varieties will bolt and develop that awful bitter flavor that ruins the entire harvest. This is exactly why I design succession planting schedules for my luxury garden clients, ensuring they have continuous harvests of perfect greens before the summer heat kicks in. 👉 Follow @homegrowngardenschicago to learn how to grow your own food, and watch me turn drab outdoor areas into luxury garden spaces! #lettuce #springgreens #luxurygarden #romaine #buttercrunch #chicagosuburbs #luxurygardens

Welcome back to “Guess This Plant Baby!” Today’s challenge features two cold-loving superstars that every luxury garden needs. Both of these beauties thrive in cool weather and keep producing even when you harvest them, cut and come again magic! Here are your clues: one of these green gems absolutely loves being in Caesar salads (think crisp, sturdy leaves), while the other is famous for its incredibly buttery, tender texture that melts in your mouth. These are the kinds of premium greens that cost a fortune at fancy grocery stores, but you can grow them effortlessly in your own garden. The key is timing—get them established in cool weather for the best flavor and texture. Think you can identify both varieties? Drop your guesses in the comments! Caesar salad lovers and butter lettuce fans, this quiz is definitely for you. I’ll reveal the answers in tomorrow’s video along with my top tips for growing restaurant-quality greens at home! 👉 Follow @homegrowngardenschicago to learn how to grow your own food, and watch me turn drab outdoor areas into luxury garden spaces! #gardenquiz #lettuce #luxurygarden #growyourownfood #coolweathercrops #luxurygardens

You guys, I’m so proud to show you Aimee’s garden! I designed this luxury garden space for her, but what she’s accomplished here absolutely blows my mind! From the “pepper palooza” to these adorable grape-sized Mexican sour cucumbers, she’s maximized every inch of the space we created together 🤩 But my favorite part? Aimee got creative and tucked kale plants right through her hostas. Intentional AND edible! Plus those sun sugar tomatoes that never crack even after heavy rain. This is what happens when you have a client who’s as passionate about growing as you are about designing. There’s nothing better than seeing a garden design come to life with a client who truly embraces the vision. Aimee proves that luxury garden spaces can be incredibly productive when you have the right partnership. 👉 What would you want to grow in a space like this? Tell me your dream plant list! 🌱 #luxurygarden #gardendesign #gardens #ediblegardening #gardentour

Before you plant those beautiful lilies, watch this warning that could save your garden design! There’s one plant I usually avoid in my luxury perennial beds, and most gardeners learn this lesson the hard way. Lilies are gorgeous, but they’re like the mint of the flower world: once they’re in, they’re EVERYWHERE. Those roots spread underground with determination, and you’ll start seeing surprise lily pop-ups in places you never planted them. See how these lilies somehow traveled from way over there into our carefully designed granite garden space? That’s the reality of lily spreading that no one warns you about. Those underground root systems don’t respect your garden boundaries! This doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy lilies! You just need to be strategic about placement and containment. I’ll share my professional tricks for lily control in future videos. 👉 Follow @homegrowngardenschicago to learn how to grow your own food, and watch me turn drab outdoor areas into luxury garden spaces! #gardeningtips #lilies #luxurygarden #gardendesign #perennials #chicagosuburbs #luxurygardens

This simple herb is about to become your secret weapon for gourmet cooking! Chives are the ultimate low-maintenance perennial that keeps giving year after year, and those stunning purple blooms you see are pure culinary gold. Here’s the foodie secret that will impress every dinner guest: once these flowers finish blooming, you can transform them into the most incredible chive-infused white balsamic vinegar. Simply cut off the spent blooms and drop them in a mason jar with white balsamic...it’s that easy! Mix this liquid gold with olive oil for a salad dressing that tastes like it came from a five-star restaurant. Your friends will be begging for the recipe, and you’ll have that smug satisfaction of knowing it came straight from your garden. This is exactly the kind of elevated garden-to-table experience I design for my luxury garden clients—beautiful plants that serve multiple purposes and create unforgettable culinary moments. 👉 Follow @homegrowngardenschicago to learn how to grow your own food, and watch me turn drab outdoor areas into luxury garden spaces! #chives #gardeningtips #luxurygarden #gardentotable #gourmetgardening #edibleflowers #luxurygardens

Time for the big reveal! If you guessed... apple tree, congratulations! You know your spring bloomers! This beautiful flowering specimen is indeed an apple tree, and those May flowers hold the secret to a bountiful harvest. Here’s the crucial detail most gardeners miss: apple trees aren’t self-pollinating. That romantic idea of a single apple tree in your yard? It won’t give you fruit! You absolutely need two different apple varieties that bloom simultaneously for cross-pollination to occur. The magic happens when bees carry pollen from one variety to another during that narrow blooming window. Miss this timing, and your beautiful blossoms become nothing more than pretty decorations. 👉 Follow @homegrowngardenschicago to learn how to grow your own food, and watch me turn drab outdoor areas into luxury garden spaces! #appletrees #crosspollination #luxurygarden #fruittrees #gardentok #orchard #luxurygardens

Welcome back to another episode of “Guess What This Plant Is!” Here’s today’s garden mystery that’s stumping even experienced gardeners! Look at this beautiful flowering tree. Can you identify what it is? Here are your clues: We’re in the second week of May in Illinois, and those gorgeous flowers you see are absolutely essential for fruit production. Miss the pollination window, and you get zero harvest! But here’s the tricky part. This tree needs a partner to produce fruit. Think you know what this is? Drop your guess in the comments below! I’ll reveal the answer in tomorrow’s video along with my top tips for ensuring successful pollination. 👉 Follow @homegrowngardenschicago to learn how to grow your own food, and watch me turn drab outdoor areas into luxury garden spaces! #gardenquiz #luxurygarden #fruittrees #springflowers #crosspollination #luxurygardens

Want to create pure magic in your outdoor dining space? This stunning purple transformation took just five years, and the result will leave you breathless! Wisteria vine is the ultimate game-changer for anyone with a pergola, arbor, or any overhead structure. This aggressive grower delivers that luxury resort feeling right in your backyard. Imagine hosting dinner parties under this natural purple canopy—your guests will think they’ve stepped into a fairy tale. The best part? Once established, wisteria comes back stronger every year, creating an increasingly dramatic display that adds serious value to your property. 👉 Follow @homegrowngardenschicago to learn how to grow your own food, and watch me turn drab outdoor areas into luxury garden spaces! #wisteria #luxurygarden #pergola #purpleflowers #outdoordining #luxurygardens

Running out of garden space? This vertical growing trick will completely change how you think about small gardens! Most people make the critical mistake of letting their tomatoes, cucumbers, and squash sprawl everywhere, wasting precious square footage. But here’s what luxury garden designers know: going vertical isn’t just about saving space. It’s about creating stunning, productive gardens that look absolutely gorgeous. The secret? Forget those flimsy store-bought trellises that collapse under weight. Try a professional-grade support system that actually works: sturdy T-posts with round cages that can handle even the most aggressive growing plants. This setup not only maximizes your harvest but creates that elevated, designer look that makes neighbors stop and stare. 👉 Follow @homegrowngardenschicago to learn how to grow your own food, and watch me turn drab outdoor areas into luxury garden spaces! #verticalgardening #luxurygarden #smallspacegarden #tomatoes #chicagosuburbs #luxurygardens #gardeningtips

Ever wonder why your lettuce suddenly tastes awful? Here’s the secret most gardeners miss! When lettuce starts getting tall and leggy like this, it’s nature’s way of telling you something important. The moment plants go to seed, they develop that unpleasant bitter taste that can ruin your entire salad. The key is timing your plantings so you never run out of sweet, tender greens. Ready to transform your garden into a gourmet food paradise? Follow for more luxury gardening secrets that will elevate your home-grown harvest. 👉 Follow @homegrowngardenschicago to learn how to grow your own food, and watch me turn drab outdoor areas into luxury garden spaces! #luxurygarden #lettuce #growyourownfood #chicagosuburbs #luxurygardens #organicgardening #gardentips

Mystery solved! This gorgeous purple-flowered beauty is... ...an eggplant! 🍆 Those stunning blooms lead to equally beautiful purple fruit that’s perfect for Chicago gardens. Here’s a crucial growing tip, though: eggplants are total heat lovers. Never plant them until all danger of frost is completely gone. This little lady hates anything below 50 degrees, even at night. Wait for consistently warm weather, and you’ll be rewarded with both beautiful flowers and delicious purple fruit! #garden #gardening #veggies #veggiegarden #eggplant #nightshade #chicagogardens #vegetablegarden

Ready for another plant mystery?! 👀 This beauty belongs to the Nightshade family and produces stunning purple flowers before setting fruit. Think you can guess what it is? The Nightshade family includes some of our most popular garden favorites, so this could be one of several possibilities. But those distinctive purple flowers are a major clue for experienced gardeners! 🌸 👉 Drop your guesses in the comments below! Can you solve this floral mystery before the big reveal?! #garden #gardening #mysteryplant #nightshade #vegetablegarden #chicagogardens #guessinggame #gardeningchallenge #plantidentification

Want longer growing seasons without expensive greenhouses? These DIY tricks will extend your harvest for weeks! These solutions let you start weeks earlier and harvest later into fall. It’s all about working with our Midwest climate instead of fighting it! 💚 #midwestgarden #garden #gardening #hoophouse #coldframe #chicagogardens #gardeninghacks #growingseason #midwestgardening

Cabbage moths destroying your broccoli and kale? This genius decoy trick uses their own territorial behavior against them! Simply stick this white moth decoy near your plants and watch the magic happen. Real cabbage moths see it and think the territory is claimed, so they fly right past your garden! It’s organic, chemical-free pest control that actually works. Your kale and cabbage will thank you for this simple but brilliant solution. #cabbagemoths #organicpestcontrol #chicagogardens #cruciferousvegetables #gardenproblems #pestmanagement #sustainablegardening

Ready for the ultimate backyard glow-up?!🌱 We transformed this soggy, uninspired Elmhurst backyard into Sue’s dream garden oasis! The biggest challenge? Water everywhere! We installed perforated drainage pipes that channel all gutter water to the street where it belongs. No more swampy yard! Beautiful Arcana slab hardscaping creates clean pathways, but the real magic is in her garden. From flat-leaf parsley for lasagna to gorgeous purple jalapeños, chives, basil, and tons of peppers, Sue’s garden is THRIVING! This transformation proves every backyard has potential when you solve real problems while creating beauty. Sue’s daily garden ritual shows how great design becomes part of your lifestyle! #gardentransformation #garden #gardening #chicagosuburbs #chicagogardens #backyardmakeover #gardendesign #luxurylandscaping

Mystery solved! That spicy, cold-loving plant is... Mustard greens! 🥬 Mustard greens are incredibly healthy and perfect for our unpredictable spring weather. That wasabi-like kick when eaten raw mellows beautifully when cooked, transforming into just a pleasant peppery tone that’s perfect for soups and stir-fries. Mustard greens add both nutrition and adventure to your suburban Chicago garden, giving you fresh, healthy options when other vegetables are still sleeping 💚 #mustardgreens #spicygreens #coldweathercrops #chicago #gardens #chicagosububrs #healthyeating #vegetablegarden #leafygreens

🚨 FALL ORDER FORM IS LIVE! 🚨 These baby sprouts for fall plantings are growing and getting ready for your fall garden! Get your orders in! 🌱🌻🥬 Click link in bio shop.homegrowngardenschicago.com #gardening #homegrowngardens #vegetablegarden #growyourown #organic #nongmo #fallgarden

Ready for another plant mystery? This spicy little character packs a serious punch and absolutely loves cold weather! If you’re brave enough for that wasabi-like kick, this one’s for you. This cold-loving plant is perfect for Chicago’s unpredictable spring weather. While other greens are still struggling with temperature swings, this hardy survivor thrives in the cool conditions that make other plants unhappy. 👉 Can you guess what delivers this amazing combination of cold tolerance and fiery flavor? Drop your guesses below! #mysteryplant #spicygreens #coldweathercrops #chicagosuburbs #chicago #gardens #vegetablegarden #gardeningchallenge

The most popular plants I sell aren’t vegetables at all...they’re flowers! Nasturtiums and marigolds are my absolute top sellers, followed by Genovese basil. Who knew that gardeners were just as excited about beautiful blooms as they were about homegrown vegetables?! #flowergardening #nasturtiums #marigolds #chicagogardens #edibleflowers #gardendesign #gardens

The mystery spring bulb is revealed...it’s the mighty crocus! Don’t let their small size fool you. These little powerhouses are the ultimate early spring champions! Crocuses are the very first flowers to emerge in Illinois, often pushing through snow to bring that first precious pop of color to your landscape. While they’re tiny, their impact is huge when you plant them correctly throughout your Chicago suburban garden 🪻 #chicagosuburbs #garden #crocus #springbulbs #earlyspring #chicagogardens #bulbplanting #gardendesign #landscapedesign

Want instant gratification in your garden? These adorable little vegetables will give you a harvest in just 3-4 weeks! Perfect for impatient gardeners and kids who want to see quick results. Radishes are the ultimate beginner-friendly crop for Chicago suburban gardens. Get these happy little guys in the ground early in the season, and you’ll be harvesting fresh, crisp radishes before most of your other vegetables have even sprouted. It’s the perfect confidence-building crop for any garden! #chicagosuburbs #garden #radishgrowing #quickharvest #beginnergardening #coldweathercrops #vegetablegarden

Think you know your spring bulbs? This tiny powerhouse is the very first to break through Illinois soil, beating even tulips to the spring party! 🌸 This fall-planted bulb is a true survivor, pushing through snow and cold to bring the first splash of color to Chicago area gardens. While your tulips and daffodils are still sleeping underground, this little champion is already announcing that spring has arrived! If you’re designing a luxury landscape that provides year-round interest, these early bloomers are absolutely essential. They bridge that gap between winter’s end and the main spring show, giving your garden life when everything else is still dormant. 👉 Can you guess what this hardy little survivor is? Drop your guesses in the comments below! #springbulbs #mysteryplant #chicagogardens #earlyspring #bulbplanting #gardendesign #illinoisgardening #chicagosuburbs #gardens

Struggling with stubborn clay soil that won’t cooperate? You’re not alone! This is a really common complaint I hear from my Chicago suburbs clients! Here’s how you can fix clay soil in your garden: add compost consistently over time. It sounds almost too simple, but compost gradually breaks down that heavy clay and transforms it into workable, plant-friendly soil 🌱 #claysoil #compost #soilimprovement #chicagogardens #gardensoil #suburbangardens #gardeningtips

Think arbors are only for vegetables? You’re missing out on one of the best fruit-growing secrets! This simple trick will change how you think about garden structures forever 🍓 #raspberrygrowing #gardenarbor #verticalgardening #chicagogardens #fruitgrowing #gardendesign #suburbangardens

Want to try vertical growing but don’t know where to start? 🤔 This simple DIY solution costs under $20 and works perfectly for your garden! All you need is rebar mesh, a wire cutter, and some T-posts. Create a round cage, secure it in the ground, and you’re ready for serious vertical growing! This basic setup works perfectly for tomatoes, cucumbers, beans, and more. It’s the foundation of smart garden design: maximizing your growing space without breaking the budget! #verticalgardening #diygardens #chicagogardens #gardendesign #gardens #gardeningbasics #suburbangardens

When you plant strawberries, you’re not just getting one plant. You’re getting a WHOLE strawberry family! These amazing plants send out “runners” that create new plants naturally. In just a 4x4 foot area, three strawberry plants will multiply into a full berry patch! I know it seems like too few plants, but trust me when I say that you don’t need as many berry plants as you need! Before you know it, you’ll be loaded with fresh berries and wondering why you ever considered buying more plants. Nature’s got this covered! 🍓 #strawberrygrowing #strawberries #gardens #gardening #gardentips #gardeningbasics #fruitgrowing

Wondering how far apart to plant your vegetables? This simple hand trick will change everything! 🤙 Your thumb to pinky finger span is roughly six inches. Perfect for spacing beet seeds, carrot seeds, or any smaller plants down the row. This simple measurement technique works for any garden design, whether you’re working with raised beds or in-ground planting! #gardentips #gardening #gardens #plantspacing #gardeningbasics #chicagogardens #vegetablegarden #suburbangardens

After helping dozens of first-time gardeners across the country, I’ve noticed the same three mistakes over and over again. These planning errors can turn your dream garden into a frustrating disaster, but they’re so easy to avoid!👇 1️⃣ Mistake number one: over-sprouting without considering your actual square footage. Always start with your available area and work backwards! 2️⃣ The second mistake? Not enough vertical growing options. In the design in the video, we’ve maximized space with round cages for cucumbers and tomatoes, cute towers for pole beans, a massive 30-foot trellis, and even a stunning moon gate where pumpkins climb each season. Vertical growing is a game-changer for your garden design! 3️⃣ And mistake three is the biggest: planting everything too close together in the wrong spots. Garden companionship matters! Instead of clustering all your broccoli in one area, intermingle different plants to avoid creating a bug buffet. This will help keep your garden healthier and more beautiful! #gardenmistakes #chicagogardens #gardendesign #verticalgardening #gardenplanning #suburbangardens #gardentips

Ready for the big reveal? This heat-loving plant with endless colorful varieties is... a Chocolate Beauty Pepper! I know, right? You probably never would have guessed from that tiny seedling. This gorgeous variety is one of my favorites for Chicago area luxury gardens. The name says it all. These peppers develop into stunning chocolate-colored beauties that look incredible in both ornamental and edible landscape designs! Peppers are perfect for our suburban Chicago growing conditions, thriving in the summer heat while adding both beauty and flavor to your garden space. From sweet to spicy, there’s a pepper variety for every palette and garden style 🫑 👉 Follow me @homegrowngardenschicago for more garden tips, tricks, and inspiration! #chocolatebeautypepper #peppergrowing #chicagogardens #gardengame #garden #gardening #ediblelandscaping #gardendesign

Think you know your plants? This tiny seedling is about to challenge even the most experienced gardeners! It’s an “extra, extra baby” which makes identification super tricky. Here’s your clue: this little guy absolutely loves Chicago’s hot summer weather and comes in an amazing variety of colorful options. From mild to scorching hot, there’s a variety perfect for every Chicago suburban garden. Can you solve the puzzle before the big reveal? Drop your guesses below! Seasoned gardeners, this one’s for you! 👉 Follow me @homegrowngardenschicago for more garden tips, tricks, and inspiration! #plantidentification #mysteryplant #chicagogardens #gardeningchallenge #plantsofinstagram #suburbangardens #gardengame #gardening

Love fresh berries but hate getting scratched up? Here’s the elegant solution that transforms your garden into a thornless berry paradise. The secret is vertical growing with beautiful, rustic structures. When you give berry plants something to climb (like this gorgeous arbor!), you can weave the thorny canes up and through, keeping the painful parts safely out of your way. This approach doesn’t just solve the thorn problem; it creates stunning visual height in your landscape design! Your berries will actually thrive with this vertical support system, producing more fruit while looking absolutely beautiful in your garden. 👉 Follow me @homegrowngardenschicago for more garden tips, tricks, and inspiration! #berrygrowing #verticalgardens #chicagogardens #gardendesign #gardens #gardening #gardenarbor #chicagosuburbs

Confused about soil? You’re not alone! This might be the most asked question I get from Chicago area homeowners when I’m creating their garden spaces. Topsoil is nature’s gold. It’s that rich, black layer that’s been developing for years in the ground. It’s incredibly nutrient-dense and perfect for in-ground planting. Garden soil, on the other hand, is specially formulated with compost, vermiculite, perlite, or sand for optimal drainage and plant health. Here’s the key difference: if you’re working with in-ground beds around your Chicago suburban home, you want quality topsoil (not clay!). But if you’re building raised beds for your luxury landscape, you’ll need that specially mixed garden soil for the best results. Understanding your soil is the foundation of any successful garden design. Get this right, and everything else falls into place beautifully. 👉 Follow me @homegrowngardenschicago for more garden tips, tricks, and inspiration! #topsoil #gardensoil #chicagolandscaping #gardendesign #raisedbeds #chicagosuburbs #gardens #gardeningbasics

When you see your precious plants mysteriously chopped off at the top, you’ve got a furry little problem on your hands 🐇 Here in the Chicago suburbs, rabbit damage is one of the most common garden disasters I see in. But don’t worry! There are two simple solutions that actually work. 1️⃣ First, temporary caging protects your young plants when they’re most vulnerable. Once they mature, rabbits typically lose interest. 2️⃣ The second trick is sprinkling blood meal around your plants. it creates a natural deterrent while feeding your soil with nitrogen. It’s like sending a “predator alert” message that keeps rabbits away without harming your beautiful garden design. These simple fixes will keep your raised beds looking pristine and your investment protected. Your Chicago garden deserves better than becoming a rabbit buffet! 👉 Follow me @homegrowngardenschicago for more garden tips, tricks, and inspiration! #chicagogardens #gardenproblems #rabbitcontrol #raisedbeds #gardendesign #suburbangardens #gardentips #chicagosuburbs

We’re back with another garden “This or That,” but this time is even harder...we’re tackling the best fruits 🍓🍉🍌 #fruits #game #garden #gardengame #gardening

Should you wear gloves in the garden? My answer is almost always no. There’s something magical that happens when you feel the soil between your fingers, when you can actually sense if it’s too wet or perfectly crumbly! I’ve learned to read my plants through touch: feeling for moisture, testing soil temperature, gently checking root development. My hands have become my most trusted gardening tools. Of course, when I’m dealing with my raspberry thorns or those prickly zucchini leaves that make my skin itch, I’ll throw on gloves. But honestly? Most of the time, I want that raw connection to the earth. It’s become part of who I am as a gardener 💚 #gardening #gardeningtips #gardenlife #organicgardening #gardeningadvice #soilhealth #gardening #naturalhealing #greenthumb #chicagosuburbs

Ok, I have to know, what are your top 5 veggies you HAVE to plant in your garden? Lemme know below 👇🌱 #gardening #vegetables #gardeningtips #growyourown #vegetablegarden #plantvarieties #gardenchoices #gardening101 #homegrown #chicagosuburbs

What started as a simple backyard hobby completely transformed my life in ways I never imagined. Five years ago, I was just someone who loved getting my hands dirty and growing my own food. But that passion for creating beautiful, functional spaces where people could actually grow what they eat? It became something so much bigger. Standing here in my greenhouse today, I can’t believe how Homegrown Gardens evolved from weekend tinkering to supporting hundreds of people who share this same love for growing their own food. Sometimes the most incredible journeys start with the smallest seed of an idea 🌱 #gardening #homegrowngardenschicago #chicagosuburbs #gardeninginspiration #growyourownfood #gardenbusiness #gardenlife #plantbased

Tired of bugs destroying your vegetables? Here’s the thing most gardeners don’t realize! You can outsmart pests using nature’s own design. The secret isn’t in expensive sprays or complicated solutions. First trick: plant your herbs strategically next to vulnerable crops. When you place basil near your tomatoes or marigolds by your cabbage, you’re essentially creating a natural confusion system that throws off pest scent tracking. Second game-changer: a light dusting of cayenne pepper acts like an invisible shield, masking the scents that draw unwanted visitors to your precious vegetables. These simple methods have saved countless harvests in my garden, and they’ll work for you, too! #pestcontrol #organicgardening #gardeningtips #naturalremedies #companionplanting #vegetablegarden #gardenhacks #sustainablegardening #gardening101 #growyourown #chicagosuburbs

If your lettuce is getting absolutely demolished, try this brilliant natural protection method. It’s so simple! Plant your tender greens like lettuce right next to something thorny (in my case, raspberry bushes). These prickly guardians create a natural barrier that rabbits simply won’t navigate through. It’s like having a free, edible security system for your most vulnerable crops. The rabbits get the message, and you get to enjoy your harvest! 💚 #gardening #rabbitsolution #gardenhacks #vegetablegarden #gardeningtips #companionplanting #organicgardening #gardenprotection #growyourown #backyardgarden

This was a really hard gam because all veggies are my favorite 😭💚 #gardening #vegetables #gardeningtips #gardenvarieties #growyourown #vegetablegarden #gardenchoices #plantvarieties #gardentok #homegrown #homegrowngardening

Have you guys seen PURPLE tomatillos?! Forget those boring green ones from the grocery store! We’re growing these gorgeous purple gems on this absolutely stunning trellis in our Italian-inspired garden, and I am OBSESSED! The color is so rich it looks like a garden jewel! Anyone else growing unusual veggie varieties this year? #purpletomatillos #garden #vegetablegarden #vegetables #tomatillo #purpletomatillo

Mystery solved! That little green sprout is... CABBAGE! And trust me: these babies are garden SUPERSTARS! This tiny thing will grow into a massive 2-3 foot statement plant! I’m not even kidding! And talk about versatile in the kitchen? Stir-fries, slaws, and if you’re feeling adventurous, homemade kimchi that will blow your mind! The secret to amazing cabbage? Give them SPACE! There’s nothing sadder (or worse) than a cramped cabbage. Who else is growing these underrated garden beauties this season? #cabbage #garden #vegetablegarden #gardening

I can’t believe this is real... 🥺 Three years ago, I stood in this empty backyard with nothing but a dream. Today, I’m literally crying watching this back because I can’t believe we actually did it. This greenhouse wasn’t just a project. It was my biggest leap of faith. Going from hustling plants in and out of my garage every single day to having this incredible space where my plants can actually THRIVE... I remember standing here thinking “”what if this is too big? What if I can’t pull this off?”” But look at us now! From that first day of excavation (I was so nervous!) to the moment we put in the cornerstone with “”Homegrown Gardens est. 2020.” Every single step felt like I was building more than just a greenhouse. I was building my future. This has changed everything for my business, my daily life, and honestly? My confidence in dreaming bigger. To anyone else with a crazy dream: sometimes you just have to say yes to the vision, even when it feels impossible. And a super special thank you to Jordan @wisconsin_greenhouse_company and Todd @bredehoeftbuildersinc You’ve made this Iowa farm girl’s dream come true 💚 #dreamscometrue #greenhouse #transformation #womenentrepreneurs #smallbusinessowner #gardendesign #chicagosuburbs #homegrowngardening #gardens #gardendesigner #luxurygardening

Want to know what my absolute GO-TO perennial is when designing fancy gardens? Meet Veronica! These gorgeous purple spikes are like the Energizer Bunny of flowers. They just keep going and going while other perennials are taking a mid-season nap! Anyone else a Veronica fan? Or is there another late-season bloomer you’re crazy about? #perennialborders #flowers #veronicaplant #luxurylandscaping #purpleflowers #lowmaintenancegarden #professionallandscaping #gardendesign

Detective gardeners, we’ve got a TOUGH one today! This little green sprout looks super unassuming, right? But trust me, high-end restaurant chefs would fight over these babies! Here’s your clue package: loves chilly weather, you can actually eat the leaves right now if you want a tasty snack, but if you wait...something magical happens! Any brilliant garden minds out there know what’s hiding in plain sight? Drop your guesses below! I’m betting the serious foodies among you will nail this one! #gourmetgardening #gardening #vegetablegarden #coldweathervegetables #organicgardening

Can we just take a moment to appreciate this absolute STUNNER of a magnolia tree? Forget fruit trees! If you want spring drama in your garden, THIS is your go-to superstar! The best part? While apple and pear trees can be fussy drama queens, magnolias just stand there looking fabulous with basically zero effort from you. Talk about low-maintenance beauty! Anyone else out there a magnolia fan? Or am I the only one who literally stops my car when I see one in full bloom? #magnoliatree #springflowering #luxurylandscaping #trees #fruittrees #flowertrees #illinoisgardening #landscapedesign #garden

That little green mystery plant is... BOK CHOY! This cool-season rock star is basically the superhero of spring and fall gardens. Right now it’s in its cute baby phase, but give it a few weeks and watch what happens! When summer turns up the heat, these babies bolt and send up the coolest seed stalks. Throw these babies in stir fry, toss them in salads, or get fancy and ferment your own kimchi! Either way, your taste buds will thank you! Who else is growing Asian greens this season? #bokchoy #garden #vegetablegarden #seedsaving #asiangreens #coldweathervegetables #ediblelandscaping #organicgardening

Garden game time, friends! This little green mystery plant is becoming the darling of fancy chef gardens everywhere! Don’t let its humble appearance fool you. This cold-weather superstar will totally transform as the season warms up. The coolest part? When summer heats kick in, it sends up these amazing seed stalks that you can harvest for next season. Free plants forever? Yes please! Any guesses what this future kitchen star might be? Drop your best garden detective work in the comments! Bonus points if you’ve actually grown this yourself! #garden #gardening #vegetables #vegetablegarden #seedsaving #organicgardening

Hold your pruners, gardeners! See this raggedy-looking plant? Do NOT, I repeat, DO NOT rip it out! This sage might look totally dead after winter, but it’s actually just playing possum! Trust me on this one. (I’ve had clients almost trash these Zone 5 survivors thinking they’re goners!) By June, this seemingly lifeless stick will be covered in gorgeous purple flowers with bees and butterflies partying all over it! Just give it a little gentle haircut if it gets leggy, then watch the comeback. It’s like the garden version of those makeover shows where the “before” looks hopeless and the “after” is fabulous! #gardens #herbs #herbgarden #sage #perennialsecrets #illinoisgardening #pollinatorgarden

Drumroll please... our mystery plant is— TULIPS! Want the insider secret to making tulips look like they belong in a magazine spread? Plant them EN MASSE. I’m talking DOZENS! They come in a variety of colors: reds and oranges here, pinks and purples over there. And when the pop up all together it’s total garden magic! #tulipgarden #luxurylandscaping #tulips #flowers #garden #massplanting #heritagegarden

Garden detectives, I’ve got a fun mystery for you today! See these little green tips just poking through the soil? They might look like nothing special now, but trust me, these babies are about to transform into something that literally caused an economic BUBBLE in the 1600s! These humble sprouts come straight from the Netherlands and have inspired everything from paintings to festivals. Got a guess what’s hiding under there? Drop your garden guesses in the comments and let’s see who knows their bulbs! #springbulbs #gardenmystery #flowers #gardens #springgarden #plantidentification #heirloomvarieties

Want to know my sneaky trick for a garden that never stops showing off? It’s all about plant partnerships! Here, I’ve paired these sleeping cone flowers with my already-blooming hyacinths. While these hyacinths are strutting their stuff right now in early spring, their cone flower roommates are still hitting snooze under the soil. But just when the hyacinths finish their performance in May, guess who’s stretching awake? Those cone flowers will burst onto the scene for their summer spotlight moment! #luxurygardens #gardens #plantpairing #gardeningtips #perennialdesign #seasonalcolor #coneflowers #hyacinths #strategicgardening

Meet Frank & Cara, lifelong Elmhurst residents whose Italian roots run deep in their love for gardening! Growing up with family gardens, they wanted to continue the tradition in their new home. Now they harvest fresh veggies for authentic family sauce recipes while their children pick tomatoes right from the vine! #gardening #garden #gardenmakeover #gardendesign #vegetablegarden

The transformation is COMPLETE! ✨ From boring concrete slab to luxury garden retreat in Elmhurst. Custom features include river rock drainage, built-in beverage fridge, firewood storage, and a beautiful arbor entrance. Watch how this Frank and Cara’s outdoor space came to life! #gardendesign #garden #chicagogarden #chicagosuburbs #gardentransformation #gardenmakeover #backyard #backyardmakeover #gardendesign #beforeandafter

This boring concrete slab is about to become a luxury garden oasis with custom features including a beverage station, firewood storage, and beautiful entrance arbor! Follow along to see the stunning “after” in our next video! 🌿 #garden #chicagogarden #chicagosuburbs #gardentransformation #gardenmakeover #backyard #backyardmakeover #gardendesign #beforeandafter

Think you can’t grow tropical-tasting fruits in the Midwest? This established fruit tree behind me might change your mind! Can you guess what it is? This isn’t your typical backyard fruit tree. It’s a pawpaw! Pawpaws produce custard-like fruits with a flavor often described as a blend of banana, mango, and vanilla. They’re North America’s largest native fruit but remain relatively unknown to many gardeners. The best part? In just a couple of months, this tree will be showing off its unique fruits that you simply can’t find in grocery stores. It’s like growing your own tropical paradise in the Midwest! Have you ever tasted a pawpaw or grown one in your garden? They’re becoming increasingly popular as gardeners rediscover these incredible native plants! #pawpaw #nativeplants #unusualfruit #midwestgardening #fruittrees #ediblelandscaping #illinoisgardening #backyardorchard #rarefruit #growingfruit

Did you know those gorgeous cascading flowers are actually delicious in your salad? Let me introduce you to nasturtiums, the edible garden showstopper! These stunning flowers pack a peppery punch similar to arugula that adds incredible flavor to your dishes. And they spill beautifully over garden boxes, creating a waterfall effect of vibrant color! Next time you make a salad, try tossing in a few nasturtium blooms for a spicy kick and gorgeous pop of color that will impress your dinner guests! 🌸 #edibleflowers #nasturtiums #ediblegarden #gardentips #organicgardening #gardeninspiration #salads #ediblelandscaping #gardendesign #growingfood

Tired of growing beautiful tomatoes and peppers only to have them stolen by hungry critters right before harvest? My simple but effective trick? Sachet bags! These little fabric or mesh pouches work wonders for protecting your precious green peppers and tomatoes from becoming someone else’s dinner. Just slip the bags over your developing fruits, secure them gently, and your harvest is protected while still getting all the sunlight and air circulation it needs to ripen perfectly. This method is much less expensive than full garden fencing and targets just the fruits you want to protect most. Have you tried this technique or do you have other critter-proofing methods? Share below! #gardenpests #crittercontrol #vegetablegardening #gardenhacks #tomatogrowing #peppergrowing #gardentips #organicgardening #pestsolutions

Time for another “Guess This Plant” challenge! Today, I’m testing your hot pepper knowledge! Here’s your big clue: this pepper variety offers a unique citrusy heat profile that’s different from your typical hot pepper. It’s that perfect balance of fruity flavor and spice that makes it special. Are you a pepper aficionado who can name this beauty? Or are you just discovering the amazing world of specialty peppers? Either way, drop your best guess in the comments below! #guessthisplant #unusualvegetables #peppergrowing #heirloomvegetables #gardenchallenge #homegrownpeppers #vegetablegardening #gardenquiz #spicypeppers

Spice lovers, meet your new garden obsession! The extraordinary corbaci cayenne pepper will take your garden to the next level! This isn’t your average cayenne! The corbaci variety produces these impressively long peppers that make a stunning statement in both your garden and your kitchen. What makes this pepper special is not just its unusual length but also its perfect heat level. She’s definitely a spicy gal, bringing that classic cayenne kick that adds life to any dish. Whether you’re a pepper enthusiast looking to expand your collection or simply want a statement plant that delivers on flavor, corbaci deserves a spot in your garden this season! #corbacipepper #cayenne #unusualvegetables #gardentips #spicypeppers #vegetablegardening