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My childhood was spent chasing fireflies in my grandfather’s garden, where he’d let me dig up potatoes and pull weeds with the promise of a sun tea reward. Those afternoons taught me that gardening isn’t just about growing plants—it’s about growing patience, curiosity, and a little bit of magic along the way.
Here, I share the lessons I’ve learned from years of dirt under my nails and blooms in my hands, because the best gardens are the ones that feel like home.
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