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Beneath the Ivy
Cottagecore Seasonal Living Blog


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 306 min read
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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.
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Jun 293 min read
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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 open every window in your home. It’s a season of subtle awakenings—and the perfect time to add a touch of magic to your daily rhythm. These three simple spring rituals are inspired by folk tradition to welcome spring with intention, ease, and just a sprinkle of folklore magic. 1. Hang a Sprig for Protection In folk tradition, people would h
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May 103 min read
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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 13 min read
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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 118 min read
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