I'm so glad you're here! This is a topic that's close to my heart because I live in Zone 3 (or 2b, depending on the year) and I long for warmer days when I can plant my outside garden. I do grow sprouts and microgreens inside which is a nice boost but there's nothing quite like fresh veggies from the garden. I have been involved in gardening to some degree for as long as I can remember. We had a garden when I was a child and so did my grandparents. I can recall many happy memories (except for the pulling weeds part) of time spent in the garden. Even the harvest was fun for me (except for the shelling of broad beans) because I got to "sample" the produce. Since those early days I have had bumper crops and not-so-good crops. It's all part of the process though, and not every season will be bountiful. As gardeners we continue to plant our seeds and harvest whatever the seasons give us. I do not know it all and I have yet to try some of the methods out there, but I am open to new gardening experiences. I have added a poll that I'd like you to vote in as it will help me create content and resources that will help you start/continue your gardening journey. What type of gardening/method interests you the most?

I know! I know! No one wants to hear the rules, but it's something that must be done. I'm pretty easy to get along with so the rules are simple. 1. Be nice. Not everyone will share the same opinion but there's plenty of room for different thoughts. If you feel criticism is necessary (and I'm sure it isn't) please make it constructive. 2. No self-promotion. This includes (but is not limited to) MLM, drop-shipping, website design, marketing of any kind, POD, Etsy shops, etc. There are plenty of other groups for that. I will, however, create posts where gardening related businesses can add their info/links. 3. Share your thoughts on gardens; both as a place to grow food and a place to enjoy. Gardens are used for more than just food. They're used for entertaining, meditating, teaching, a sense of community, a place of business, etc. 4. Have fun! We're all here to share our experiences: both good and bad. Take pictures of your tomatoes and the pests that threaten to harm them. We'll oohh & aaahhh, then offer solutions on how to get rid of the pests. I will remove posts that are self-promotional and those that do not contribute to the community in some way. I don't foresee that having to be a regular occurence because gardeners are respectful people. So without further ado, like this post so I know you've read the rules. And if there's something you think I missed then please let me know so I can make the proper modifications.

You're all in different stages of your gardening journey. Some of you are just dipping your toes into it (or even just thinking about it) while others have decades of experience. This space is for us to get to know one another and be inspired. I'll start. Gardening has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I've spent hours picking raspberries, shelling peas, pulling weeds, and trying different growing methods. Gardening is not only a way for me to eat healthier, but to also BE healthier. As the years go by I find myself not eating as well as I should and getting out and about when it's -40 isn't fun. I'm looking forward to warmer days and seeing the fruit trees I planted 2 summers ago bud out and fill the air with the sweet smell of blossoms. And this year I'm looking forward to the building of my growing dome the most. Please introduce yourself here and let us know where you are in your gardening journey.