July 7, 2026
If you’re looking for how to get rid of leaf-footed bugs naturally or wondering why you suddenly have leaf-footed bugs on your tomatoes, you’re not alone. […]
The Northwest Florida garden at Pauline Manor is always changing with the seasons. Here you’ll find everything I’m growing, from vegetables, herbs, and fruit trees to flowers that support pollinators and bring color to the garden. I’ll share what works, what doesn’t, and the lessons I’m learning along the way as I build a productive garden that fits real life, not perfection.
March 12, 2026
If you live in a warm climate like Northwest Florida, choosing the right blueberry plants makes all the difference. Not every blueberry bush can handle heat, […]
October 26, 2025
There was a time when growing vegetables at home wasn’t just a trend on social media. It was what you did to keep food on the […]
October 14, 2025
There’s something about walking outside, grabbing a handful of herbs, and tossing them straight into dinner that just feels so satisfying. The smell hits you before […]
October 4, 2025
If you already have a healthy rosemary plant, you can turn a single cutting into an entirely new plant with nothing more than a glass of […]
August 17, 2025
If you’re tired of pests eating your plants but don’t want to douse your garden in chemicals, you’re not alone. Many gardeners are turning to organic […]
August 15, 2025
If you garden in Florida, you already know that “full sun” on a seed packet doesn’t mean “full FLORIDA sun.” Our sun is hotter, harsher, and […]
August 5, 2025
If you are a coffee drinker, you might be tossing out something that could benefit your garden. There are a lot of bold claims floating around […]
March 17, 2025
Squash vine borers have been my biggest gardening frustration at Pauline Manor. This is my third year attempting to grow yellow squash and zucchini, and for […]
December 30, 2024
If you've ever thought about starting a kitchen garden but weren't sure if it’s worth the effort, let me tell you—it absolutely is. Whether you're growing […]
September 3, 2024
This summer at Pauline Manor, I tried something new to make my garden healthier and more productive—I added a leafcutter bee house and colony! I got […]
July 25, 2024
Adding the best solar lights for gardens will transform your space into a magical oasis after the sun goes down. Whether you’re looking to highlight a […]
April 14, 2024
A few weeks ago I was gifted a very unique gift… a carton of praying mantis for the garden! My friend Greg picked them up from […]
March 21, 2024
Something wild and beautiful happened around Pauline Manor. The garden, greenhouse, and even the edges of the gravel parking area were suddenly covered in a cascade […]
February 23, 2024
If you have an obsession with coffee mugs the way I do, you will love this simple DIY Coffee Mug Planter Tutorial! Transform your favorite mugs […]
January 31, 2024
January at Pauline Manor may be chilly, but it also brings one of my favorite sights on the property: the camellias. We have seven enormous camellia […]
September 29, 2023
Today I harvested my first two watermelons from the garden. One is 17 pounds and the other is 11 pounds. I’m spending this afternoon cleaning out […]
September 24, 2023
It’s officially finished. After yesterday Mike and I were SO SORE… but SO CLOSE to being finished. My fellow Type3 bestie knew how much it meant […]
May 29, 2023
If you know me, you know I tend to go overboard on most things. Moderation is not my strong suit Putting in a garden at Pauline […]