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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.


The June Garden: A Season of Steady Care
June carries a fuller kind of energy in the garden. The days stretch long, growth quickens, and suddenly there is more to tend, harvest, and notice all at once.

Tricia
May 274 min read


Tulips for Cottage Gardens: Growing Tips and the Beauty of Brief Seasons
Tulips arrive with such confidence in early spring — bright, upright, impossible to ignore — and then, almost as quickly, they begin to fade. Petals loosen. Colours soften. A windy afternoon can scatter them across the garden before you feel fully ready to let them go. And maybe that’s part of why they matter so much: tulips remind us that not everything beautiful is meant to last a long time. Some things are here to wake us up after winter. To bring colour back into our live

Tricia
May 134 min read


In the Garden This May: A Rhythm of Planting, Tending, and Noticing
As the light lingers longer into the evening and the garden begins to hum with quiet energy, May opens the door fully between spring and summer. May is a month of becoming—of planting what will grow, tending what has already begun, and noticing the subtle shift into abundance. What to Begin The soil has warmed beneath your hands, the air has softened, and the quiet worry of frost begins to fade. This is the moment many gardeners wait for—the one where it finally feels safe to

Tricia
Apr 236 min read


There's a Better Way to Plan Your Spring: A Seasonal Reset That Isn't a To-Do List
A different way to approach a spring reset—less pressure, more rhythm. Learn how to plan your season by working with your energy instead of a to-do list.

Tricia
Apr 213 min read


Digital Detox Days Aligned with Lunar Cycles for Deeper Rest
Embrace digital detox days aligned with lunar cycles for mindful rest. Discover how moon phases can guide intentional pauses and gentle renewal.

Tricia
Feb 173 min read


Embracing Seasonal Living: A Gentle Approach to Food and Budgeting
A calm winter approach to lowering grocery costs through seasonal living. Discover how working with seasonal produce, simple pantry meals, and gentle planning can create savings without restriction. Includes a free video guide.

Tricia
Jan 161 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. 🍂🌕

Tricia
Oct 16, 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.

Tricia
Jul 21, 20252 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.

Tricia
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.

Tricia
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.

Tricia
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.

Tricia
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

Tricia
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.

Tricia
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

Tricia
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.

Tricia
Apr 11, 20258 min read


Cozy December Journal Ideas to Inspire Your Winter Pages
Get ready to deck the halls and welcome December with a little seasonal creativity! In this post, I’m sharing eight cozy December journal ideas inspired by snowy countryside scenes, festive mice, gingerbread treats, and quiet winter landscapes.

Tricia
Dec 5, 20243 min read


A Summer Reading List to Nourish Your Spirit
Whether you're tending a garden, sipping iced tea on the porch, or stealing quiet moments in the shade, a thoughtfully chosen book can become a companion for reflection and renewal.

Tricia
Jul 15, 20244 min read


10 Prettiest Pink Flowers for Your Garden
Whether your garden is a sprawling countryside haven or a quiet corner tucked beside your porch, these pink flowers bring more than just colour—they bring feeling.

Tricia
Jun 27, 20245 min read
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