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Beneath the Ivy
Cottagecore Seasonal Living Blog


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


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.

Tricia at Everlea Journal
Jun 306 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


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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