Seedlings stretch where the soil’s first lesson begins.
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I still remember the first tomato I grew from seed—it was the size of a marble, but it tasted like sunshine. My grandparents had a small garden in Ohio, and those summers taught me that soil, patience, and a little rain make the magic happen.
This site is where I share the lessons I’ve learned, the plants that thrive in my backyard, and the joy of watching something grow from nothing. No fancy degrees, just dirt under my nails and a love for the green stuff.
More from Colleen Fitzgerald
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