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Beneath the Ivy
Beneath the Ivy is a seasonal living journal about routine, rhythm, and choosing a slower pace in an anxious world.


3 Cozy October Books for Your Fall Reading List + How to Create a Cozy Reading Nook
In this post, I’ll talk about what makes a reading corner cozy and share a few books that pair beautifully with October nights.
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Oct 19, 20254 min read


Seasonal Garden Reflection: Gathering Quiet Lessons Under the October Moon
Under the October Hunter’s Moon, we slow down and gather quiet lessons from the garden — of patience, preparation, and trust. In stillness, growth happens unseen, and the smallest acts today shape the seasons ahead. 🍂🌕
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Oct 16, 20253 min read


Your Gentle October Cottage Garden Guide: A Cozy Checklist for the Season
Discover what to plant, tend, harvest, and prepare in your October cottage garden. A cozy checklist of seasonal tasks with a cottagecore touch.
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Sep 30, 20255 min read


5 Ways to Transition Your Garden from Summer to Fall
From planting bulbs to adding cozy seasonal touches, discover 5 ways to carry your garden beautifully from summer’s abundance into autumn’s charm.
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Sep 22, 20253 min read


Goldenrod Reconsidered: From Overlooked Plant to Garden Treasure
Discover the truth about goldenrod and embrace goldenrod in your autumn garden. 🌼
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Sep 18, 20254 min read


Queen Anne’s Lace: Folklore, Pollinators, and Summer Beauty
On warm August mornings, the meadows look as if someone has stitched lace across the fields. Queen Anne’s Lace isn’t just a wildflower—it carries centuries of folklore, symbolism, and natural charm. In this post, explore its history, pollinator benefits, and how it fits beautifully into a cottage garden. 🌸
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Aug 22, 20254 min read


Planning Next Season’s Garden: 5 Tasks to Do Before Fall
Prepare your garden for next season with 5 late-summer tasks. Plant, divide, and protect now for a thriving, beautiful Fall.
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Aug 12, 20253 min read


A Simple Autumn Soup to Look Forward To (Carrot, Kale & White Bean Soup – rustic, warming, and garden-inspired)
Warm up with this cozy carrot, kale, and white bean soup—perfect for fall and inspired by your second garden planting in July.
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Jul 21, 20252 min read


A Scarlet Garden: Red Flowers Through the Seasons
Explore the enchanting world of red flowers through every season. Discover how red flowers bring passion and magic to your garden year-round.
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Jul 16, 20256 min read


Your Gentle July Garden Guide: What to Plant, Tend & Harvest This Month
Discover what to plant, tend, and harvest in your garden this July. A gentle, seasonal guide with tips for beginner gardeners, moon planting rhythms, and ways to welcome birds and pollinators into your space.
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Jun 30, 20256 min read


Summer Crafts for Slow Living: 5 Whimsical Ideas for Peaceful Summer Days
Embrace old-fashioned charm with five gentle summer craft ideas that bring a touch of whimsical charm to everyday life.
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Jun 29, 20253 min read


Succession Seeding: The Secret to a More Productive Garden?
Learn how to use succession seeding for continuous harvests of veggies and flowers, even in small spaces.
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Jun 11, 20253 min read


The Gentle Garden: What to Sow, Tend, and Enjoy in June
June is the garden’s sweet spot — full of color, warmth, and quiet joy. Whether you tend a backyard plot or a patio of pots, this month offers gentle tasks that nurture both plants and soul. From sowing flowers to harvesting herbs and strawberries, these slow, intentional rituals invite you to savor the season. Add a touch of magic, tend with affection, and let your garden give back in beauty and small harvests.
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May 29, 20256 min read


Your Gentle May Garden Guide: What to Plant, Sow, and Notice
Wondering what to plant this month? Your spring garden is ready—and there’s so much you can do in May to help it thrive. I’ll walk you through a gentle to-do list for the season.
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May 16, 20253 min read


Welcoming Spring: Simple Rituals for Peace, Protection, and New Beginnings
Welcoming spring doesn’t have to be elaborate or overwhelming. These simple spring rituals, inspired by folk tradition, are gentle ways to invite peace, protection, and new beginnings into your home and daily rhythm
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May 10, 20253 min read


The Art of Slow Gifting: A Mother’s Day Flower Arrangement
A flower arrangement may not last forever, but the thought behind it lingers. In a world that often rewards speed, slow gifting reminds us that the most beautiful things are made with time and love.
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May 8, 20253 min read


Coneflower (Echinacea) – The Resilient Beauty of the Cottage Garden
Coneflowers ( Echinacea ) are more than just pretty faces in the summer garden. With their bold spiky central cones and daisy-like petals, these sturdy, sun-loving perennials are as resilient as they are beautiful, thriving in a variety of soil types and attracting a symphony of pollinators. They add a touch of rustic elegance to cottage gardens and wildflower meadows alike. Why Coneflowers Belong in Every Cottage Garden Whimsical Wildflower Charm – With its daisy-like petal
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May 1, 20254 min read


Salvia (Garden Sage) in the Cottage Garden: Growing Tips, Symbolism, DIY Uses for your Home & Body
Salvia blends beauty, history & herbal use—perfect for cottagecore gardens. Besides being pollinator-friendly, its good for beauty & home.
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Apr 11, 20258 min read


How to Declutter: A Step-by-Step Guide to a Clutter Free Life
Decluttering isn’t just about getting rid of stuff—it’s about creating a space that feels peaceful and functional.
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Jan 30, 20253 min read


Carnation: January's Birth Flower, History, Meaningful Color Symbolism, and Creative Ways to Enjoy Them
Whether you’re celebrating a January birthday or just love their beauty, carnations are a beautiful choice for your arrangements!
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Jan 11, 20253 min read
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