Gardening through the seasons

Beneath the Ivy

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

The Sugar Snap Pea: From Idaho Fields to Backyard Gardens

Sugar snap peas are a spring garden favorite. Explore their history, with planting tips, care advice, and companion planting for a sweet, crisp spring harvest from your garden.

Mar 113 min read

The Danvers Carrot: A Sweet, Sturdy Favourite of Early American Gardens

Discover the history of the Danvers carrot — a sweet, sturdy heirloom beloved in early American gardens for its flavor, color, and winter keeping.

Nov 18, 20253 min read

A garden in Autumn on a misty morning with the leaves changing to yellow

November's Gentle Garden To-Do List: Preparing for Winter’s Rest

Tend your flower, vegetable, and greenhouse gardens with gentle November tasks, preparing each space—and yourself—for winter’s quiet rest.

Nov 5, 20254 min read

A black-and-white cat naps on a wooden table outdoors, surrounded by lush green plants and a shaded garden. Peaceful, sunny ambiance.

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.

Aug 12, 20253 min read

Crackling campfire with orange flames surrounded by wooden logs. Two Adirondack chairs in the background evoke a cozy outdoor setting.

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.

Jul 21, 20252 min read

A bumblebee hovers near vibrant orange flowers, collecting nectar. The background is a soft blur of green and orange hues, creating a warm, lively scene.

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.

Jun 30, 20256 min read

A wooden basket filled with colorful vegetables: tomatoes, strawberries, husk cherries, and greens. Background is a garden soil setting.

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.

Jun 11, 20253 min read