How to plan your 2024 garden
and 30% off paid subscriptions
It's been an exciting time at Carmen in the Garden (CITG)! I’ve seen a surge in new subscribers here, largely fueled by some viral videos on TikTok and Instagram. Plus, I received a mention in one of my personal favorite newsletters about social media strategy, Rachel Karten’s
. A huge thanks to each of you for joining me here. We've just crossed an incredible threshold – 3,000 subscribers! When I first began sharing on Substack, I had some doubt. Would anyone be interested in my writing? Is there an audience for my take on gardening or am I best-suited for brief, entertaining short form videos? The response has been overwhelmingly positive. It turns out that there is a genuine appetite for learning more about gardening.If you’re new here, I curate this newsletter thrice weekly. On Mondays, we explore topics beyond gardening. Wednesdays are reserved for gardening deep dives, tips, and your queries. Fridays, I share my personal gardening to-do list. And for paid subscribers, occasional exclusive content. My aim is to condense and share a decade of gardening expertise, to guide everyone from novices to experienced green thumbs, and to foster a community of like-minded gardening enthusiasts.
To express my gratitude for your support and eagerness to delve into gardening, I’m offering a special 30% discount on paid subscriptions until year's end. This gives you full access to the most popular posts like compost, mulch, herb cultivation, citrus care, and more.
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As we eagerly anticipate the upcoming gardening season, I'm thrilled to share my step-by-step approach to garden planning. This week, we'll dive into the foundational steps that lay the groundwork for a thriving garden. Next week, I'll unveil my actual garden plan for Spring/Summer 2024! I split my garden planning into two phases: Fall/Winter and Spring/Summer. This upcoming year feels special - I have a hunch that 2024 is going to be our best garden season yet!
So, let’s delve into the essentials of garden planning:
Reflecting on past seasons & learning from our experiences.
Defining your goals & envisioning your ideal garden.
Choosing your plants
Mapping out your garden & designing a layout that works.
Assessing your personal schedule & syncing garden time with your life.