Judith Peterson

Sometimes, the best garden plans are the ones you don’t make. After years of carefully designing every bed and row, I decided to let go—and …

Neat rows may look orderly, but they’re not always what your plants want. Many vegetables and herbs actually grow stronger and produce more when planted …

Some flowers don’t care what the calendar says. While most plants follow the usual growing seasons, there are blooms that thrive when you least expect …

Designing a small garden is an art—choose the wrong plants or layout, and the space can feel even more cramped. But with a few smart …

A vibrant garden full of fluttering butterflies is a joy to behold—and it starts with the right plants. Certain flowers and shrubs are specially loved …

Growing food with less water doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor or yield. Some vegetables and herbs are not only drought-tolerant but actually regrow faster and develop …

Straight rows look tidy—but nature doesn’t grow that way. After years of planting in neat lines, I decided to try something different: a more organic, …

Not every path needs to be perfect. When I first laid out my garden path, I imagined something neat and straight. But nature—and my own …

Hedges don’t always need a pair of shears to look neat. Some shrubs naturally grow dense and upright, creating clean, structured borders with almost no …

Gardens speak—but only if you slow down enough to listen. One afternoon, instead of weeding, pruning, or planning, I decided to simply sit still for …