I’ve always had a green thumb—whether it was sneaking seeds from my grandmother’s garden as a kid or turning my college dorm balcony into a jungle. My family’s small farm in upstate New York taught me that gardening isn’t just about growing plants; it’s about patience, curiosity, and a little bit of magic. Here, I share the lessons I’ve learned along the way, from easy wins for beginners to the quirks that make every garden unique.
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