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Beneath the Ivy
Cottagecore Seasonal Living Blog


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 spring.

Tricia at Everlea Journal
17 hours ago3 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.

Tricia at Everlea Journal
Jul 212 min read


A Scarlet Garden: Red Flowers Through the Seasons
Discover red flowers for every season in the cottage garden—including varieties and a planting guide.

Tricia at Everlea Journal
Jul 166 min read


5 Cottagecore Crafts to Bring Whimsy to Your Summer Days
Embrace old-fashioned charm with five gentle craft ideas that bring a touch of cottagecore charm to everyday life.

Tricia at Everlea Journal
Jun 293 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.

Tricia at Everlea Journal
Jun 113 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.

Tricia at Everlea Journal
May 296 min read


The May Garden: What to Plant, Sow, & Celebrate This Month
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.

Tricia at Everlea Journal
May 163 min read


Cottage-Core Spring Rituals: Rituals for Protection, Peace, and New Beginnings
Spring often arrives quietly. One morning, the breeze feels gentler. The trees hint at green. Birds sing a little louder. And you want to...

Tricia at Everlea Journal
May 103 min read


The Cottagecore Art of Slow Gifting: A Mother’s Day Flower Arrangement
This Mother’s Day, embrace the gentle rhythm of cottagecore with a handmade flower arrangement that celebrates the art of slow gifting. Inspired by cozy traditions, soft blooms like tulips and carnations come together in a vintage vessel, creating a heartfelt gift filled with intention and charm. Discover how to craft an arrangement that speaks volumes—without saying a word.

Tricia at Everlea Journal
May 82 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...

Tricia at Everlea Journal
May 14 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.

Tricia at Everlea Journal
Apr 118 min read


10 Prettiest Pink Flowers for Your Garden
Discover the top 10 prettiest pink garden flowers to add charm to your outdoor space!

Tricia at Everlea Journal
Jun 27, 20244 min read
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