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Swallowtail caterpillars and butterflies in the garden!

Even though it’s February in Houston, it will finally start to feel like Spring! By mid-February, we are no longer afraid of freezing temps. We start filling the garden with spring favorites like tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers.

January does not disappoint in the Houston garden. Broccoli, cauliflower, kale, lettuces, and collards are not afraid of our Houston “winters” - they keep showing off all month long!

Winter is a magical time in the Houston garden!

I pieced together this entire Thanksgiving Table from Amazon when we were right in the middle of Covid and shopping in real stores wasn’t a thing. Four years later I’m still loving (and using) this muted, simple decor.

Holes in your plants? Here’s what’s probably eating your plants, and what to do about it!

Wondering what plants you should add to your garden by seed?

Is your garden ready for the winter season?

Growing broccoli in the Houston Garden is not only doable - it’s pretty easy as long as you plant it at the right time!

Time for fall planting is upon us!

Beans are a favorite in the Houston garden! Here is everything you need to know about a fall harvest.

It's time to fall in love with your garden all over again!

Your plants will be the first to tell you if you need to adjust the irrigation in your garden.

A favorite slicer tomato in Monarch’s gardens!

If you’ve lived in Houston for more than 12.5 minutes you know the weather is insane.

Summer is in full swing, but the fall garden is around the corner!

Want a gorgeous, productive garden, but you’re short on time? Does walking outside to harvest fresh, organic herbs and vegetables year-round sound like a dream come true, but you’re not sure you can make the magic happen on your own?

How to harvest and enjoy your sunflower seeds!

The team that works in gardens every single day shares our favorite Amazon picks!