There is so much to be learned from nature. Spring reminds me of this as
the songbirds return and vibrant green fiddleheads uncurl from the earth.
Each seed shows us patience, waiting for the right conditions to lay down
roots and wake. This homes and outdoor living issue is overflowing with such
stories of timing and resilience that I’m eager to share with you, Reader.
As this reaches you, I’ll inevitably be preparing my garden beds, caring
for chicks and fussing over the seedlings still indoors under grow lights.
It’s a routine I return to, reinvigorated, each year—with one more growing
season of hard-earned lessons under my belt. This year, I’m inspired by local
gardening guru Michelle Bruhn to embrace succession planting. I’m often
guilty of a one-and-done planting strategy, which doesn’t utilize my garden’s
full capacity. Her tips have guided my planning for this year, and I hope you’ll find a kernel of wisdom there to take into your garden. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to pursue your dream,
