It’s Earth Day, and if your garden feels a little off right now…you are not alone. From cold-stressed plants to sudden pest pressure, so many gardeners are wondering what went wrong. But what if the problem isn’t what you think? In today’s episode, we’re shifting the way you see your garden. Because pests aren’t random. They’re not attacking you. And they’re definitely not the problem. They’re a signal. In this episode, I’ll walk you through what your garden is trying to tell you and how coming back to your soil can change everything.

Instead of asking:

Try asking:

If this episode made something click for you. Or if you’re realizing that everything really does come back to your soil Soil School is open now.

This is where I teach you exactly how to:

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And if you want to learn more about growing a pestLESS garden this season, jump into my free class Wild Child Pest Prevention where I will show you exactly how your garden should be working for you!

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What if one of the most effective forms of pest control in your garden…
was already there?

In this episode, we’re shifting the way we think about pests—and the way we care for our gardens.

From wrens feeding their babies nonstop… to bluebirds hunting from above… to even the tiniest hummingbirds doing work you may never notice—your garden is full of helpers working behind the scenes.

The question is… are we creating a space that supports them?

Today, we’re talking about the role birds play in natural pest control, how they fit into a balanced garden, and how you can begin working with your garden instead of feeling like you’re constantly fighting it.

If pests have been feeling overwhelming, this episode will give you a new perspective—and a whole lot of hope.

Why birds are one of the most overlooked forms of natural pest control

How different birds help your garden in different ways

Why baby birds rely heavily on insects (aka your pests)

How to start seeing your garden as an ecosystem—not a series of problems

Simple ways to invite more birds (and balance) into your space

Add a shallow water source

Provide places to land (trellises, branches, structures)

Avoid over-spraying

Let your garden feel alive and a little wild

Start noticing what’s already there

If you’ve ever wondered what you’re actually seeing in your garden, or what to do when pests do show up join my Wild Child Pest Prevention Class, I’ll walk you through:

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If you’ve ever walked into your garden and thought,
“I don’t even know what I should be doing right now…” this episode is for you.

April is the month where everything starts growing quickly… including you, and without a rhythm, it can feel overwhelming just as fast.

In this episode, I’m walking you through a simple, daily garden routine you can come back to every single day.  One that helps you stay present, catch problems early, and build confidence in your garden without adding more to your plate.

We’ll talk about what to do in the morning, what to notice throughout the day, and how to slow down and care for your garden in the evening.

Because a successful garden isn’t built in one big workday…
it’s built in small, daily moments.

A simple daily rhythm for your garden in April

Why morning pollination can increase your harvest

How “bug hunting” helps you prevent pest problems before they start

The importance of noticing your garden throughout the day

Why watering slowly (with a watering can) changes everything

How to stay ahead in your garden without feeling overwhelmed

Morning (10 minutes)

Pollinate your plants (tap tomatoes, cucumbers, squash)

Flip leaves and go on a bug hunt

Look closely—early detection is everything

Tie up any plants that need support

Water any thirsty plants

Midday (just a glance)

Evening (10 minutes)

If you’ve ever flipped a leaf and thought,
“What am I even looking at?” you’re not alone.

Inside my live class, Wild Child Pest Prevention I’ll teach you:

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During Holy Week, we’re reminded of a story that both begins and ends in a garden. In this special episode, I’m sharing how the garden has become more than just a place I grow food…it’s become a place where I meet with God. From the very first garden in Genesis to the garden where Jesus prayed to the garden where He rose again, there is something sacred about the soil beneath our feet. And maybe that’s why we feel it when we step outside.

If you’ve been walking through a hard season, if you’ve been feeling behind, overwhelmed, or disconnected, this episode is an invitation to slow down, step outside, and remember you are not alone. The Lord Jesus is with you and He has always had room for you.  Meet Him in your garden this weekend and surrender to Him there.

Why success in the garden (and in life) starts with the condition of the soil 

How the parable of the sower applies to both your garden and your heart

What your daily time in the garden can teach you about surrender, patience, and growth

How to see your garden as a place of peace, not pressure

This week, step into your garden with fresh eyes. Not as something you need to manage… But as a place you’re invited to meet with God. Take a few moments to notice what’s growing, notice what needs tending, notice what’s being restored.   And remember… Maybe the garden isn’t just something you’re growing— maybe it’s something that’s growing you.

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Every garden begins with excitement. The planning. The planting. The dream of what it could become. But somewhere along the way… something shifts. New plants start calling your name. The initial excitement fades. And without even realizing it, you begin to drift away from the garden you already started. In this episode, we’re talking about the part of gardening no one really prepares you for— 👉 staying present long enough to see it work. Because the truth is this:  Gardens don’t fail because you don’t know what to do. They fail because you don’t stay long enough to experience what works. This is your invitation to slow down, refocus, and return to what matters most.

Why most gardens struggle after planting—not before

The hidden pattern of “shiny object syndrome”

What it really means to stay present in your garden

How the smallest, most overlooked tasks create the biggest results

A simple framework to help you build consistency and confidence

The Wild Child process of "planting well, tending well, and finishing well.  This is the rhythm of a thriving garden—and a confident garden

There are seasons when having someone walk alongside you changes everything. If you’ve ever wished for: clarity in what to do next, confidence in your decisions, and a steady, supportive presence in your garden learn more about my private mentorships HERE.

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What if the reason your garden struggles later in the season has nothing to do with how you planted it… but when?

In this episode of Growing Gardeners, I'm getting a little bossy as I share where I see gardeners get off track every spring—and how to avoid this altogether so that you can grow a garden that you love.

If you’ve ever planted your garden, watched it grow beautifully for a few weeks, and then slowly decline until it fades away, while you lose all excitement too, this episode will help you understand why.

Gardens aren’t meant to be planted once. They’re meant to grow continuously. And in today's episode I'm going to walk you through how to think differently about your garden so you can keep it producing, thriving, and evolving all season long.

• The biggest mistake gardeners make in spring

• Why planting your garden once leads to burnout and empty beds

• How succession planting keeps your garden productive

• Why planting in rows can create more problems than solutions

• The role of companion planting in a healthy garden

• How to plan for seasonal transitions in your garden

1. Planting Everything at Once - When everything is planted at the same time, it all finishes at the same time. Learn how succession planting allows you to stagger your harvest and keep your garden producing longer.

2. Planting Crops Alone - Nature doesn’t grow in rows, and your garden doesn’t have to either. Learn how companion planting with herbs and flowers creates balance, reduces pests, and supports healthier plants.

3. Not Planning for Transitions - Plants don’t stay the same all season. Some will bolt, fade, and they will all finish. Learn how to anticipate these changes and keep your garden moving forward with confidence.

If you’d like someone to walk through the entire gardening season with you step-by-step, the Kitchen Garden Academy is open for enrollment now.

Inside the Academy, learn how to:

• Build a thriving raised-bed kitchen garden
• Grow vegetables successfully from season to season
• Use companion planting to increase harvests and reduce pests
• Understand the natural rhythm of the garden

Enrollment is open now and closes March 22.  Learn More Here!

Get instant access to my class Master Companion Planting HERE and learn to finally get companion planting right this season.

Get instant access to my class Succession Planting 101 HERE and learn how to succession plant like a wild child.

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If your garden feels a little overwhelming right now, you’re not alone—and you’re probably right on time.

In this episode of Growing Gardeners, I will walk you through what’s actually happening in the garden during this moment of spring. From covering plants during a cold snap to harvesting leeks, pulling herbs that are beginning to bolt, and planting the next succession of seeds, this season can feel like everything is happening at once.

But what if that’s not chaos at all?

What if it’s simply the rhythm of the spring garden?

In this episode, I break down the natural flow of early spring gardening so you can understand what your garden is doing—and what you should be doing right alongside it.

• Why early spring gardening often feels overwhelming
• The five phases of a spring garden
• What to do during a cold snap
• How succession planting keeps your garden producing
• What to do when herbs begin to bolt
• Why gardens are never planted just once

If you’d like someone to walk through the entire gardening season with you step-by-step, the Kitchen Garden Academy is open for enrollment now.

Inside the Academy, learn how to:

• Build a thriving raised-bed kitchen garden
• Grow vegetables successfully from season to season
• Use companion planting to increase harvests and reduce pests
• Understand the natural rhythm of the garden

Enrollment is open now and closes March 22.  Learn More Here!

Get instant access to my class Master Companion Planting HERE and learn to finally get companion planting right this season.

Get instant access to my class Succession Planting 101 HERE and learn how to succession plant like a wild child.

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Until next time — keep growing, and we’ll meet you back in the garden.

In this episode of Growing Gardeners,  we are talking about three of the biggest truths in gardening. This is my very best advice to you here in the first week of March, and you will really want to lean in on this.  With spring weather arriving, many gardeners feel the pressure.  We want to plant everything, we want a perfect garden, we get paralyzed with all of the options, and we stall.  But let me tell you something, the best gardeners (and the most confident) do the opposite.  My best advice for gardeners in the first week of March is simple, and if you follow it, you will be a different person in June.

Why I think that all new gardeners should just start (even if they are scared)

Why you don't have to have it all to have it all

The benefit of a mentor in the garden

How you can grow right now, this weekend!

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"Plant Early and Plan To Cover" is the golden rule of wild child planting and in this episode I will explain why!! You definitely want to tune in if you think that you need to wait until Easter or if you are hanging on to those broccoli plants. I am going to share what I think is one huge reason that many gardeners are not getting the harvests they want! This is a large piece of a huge puzzle, but you want to get it right!!

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Oh January, the month of fresh starts and finishing well. I hope you tune in to today’s episode of Growing Gardeners, because I'm sharing what I believe is the key to success this month!!  And it isn't what you think!!   This month is a critical month for gardeners, and in the episode, I'm going to show you how to get it right!!

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