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Hi Reader,

There’s something magical about the energy of a new year. January always feels like a clean slate, especially in the garden.

It’s the perfect time to dream, plan, and organize for the growing season ahead. With a recent back injury, I’ve been leaning on our indoor garden more than ever, and I’m loving the fresh herbs we’re growing.

If you’re curious, check out my latest video, Best Herbs To Grow Indoors: Small Garden, Big Flavor.​

This year, Mark and I are thrilled to finally start our bird lists while AZ hosts many migratory birds, starting with the feathered friends in our backyard. It’s given us even more inspiration to expand our perennial wildlife garden.

Back when we lived in the PNW, we set up a hoophouse for winter gardening, which doubled as a cozy spot to enjoy the view. Those memories remind us how rewarding it is to embrace the garden year-round.

As you dive into your own garden plans, we’ve gathered some tips and articles to help you make the most of this season. Let’s dig in!

January Tips

​Start Indoor Seedlings for Early Crops: Begin growing cold-hardy vegetables like lettuce, kale, and spinach indoors to get a head start.

​Set Up A Worm Compost Bin: These bins can be moved outside when it warms up. Worm castings are one of the best natural plant fertilizers.

​Set Up a Bird Feeding Station: Help local wildlife by providing food and water for birds during the colder months.

​Make Your Own Natural Cleaning Products: Create inexpensive, effective, eco-friendly cleaners using simple ingredients like vinegar, baking soda, and essential oils

Plan a Winter Stargazing Night: January’s crisp, clear skies are perfect for stargazing. Bundle up, stay warm with these heaters, and enjoy the constellations

Guide to Indoor Composting

Turn your kitchen scraps into compost packed with nutrients, which is an amazing natural fertilizer for your houseplants and garden.

Boost Your Wellness with These Air-Purifying Houseplants

If you’re stuck inside this winter, cultivating an indoor green space is a satifying project.

10 Easy to Grow Fruits for Canning, Jams, and Jellies

If you're thinking of adding fruit to your garden, here are a few that have worked well for me. Just in time for bareroot fruit tree selections.

Build A Handy Backyard Greenhouse

Have you ever wished you could extend your growing season and protect your precious plants from unpredictable weather? A greenhouse might be exactly what your garden needs.

Winter Savings

Nature Hills Nursery: High quality garden seeds and indoor growing gear.

​Birdify: Birdfy Hum Feeder Duo - Hummingbird Feeder with Dual Camera $50.00 Off

​Calendula Bath and Home: Natural handmade calendula infused botanical soaps, unique scented candles, and relaxing essential oil shower steamers. Enjoy 20% off when you join the newsletter. Free shipping on orders over $55

​TrueLeaf Market: High quality garden seeds and indoor growing gear.

​Dr.Prepare: All power supplies with inverters are now 10% OFF for a limited time. with the code: BATTERY10

We’re so excited to be part of your gardening adventure!

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Here’s to planting the seeds for a beautiful, abundant year! 🥕🍅🌻

Happy Gardening!

Connie B.

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