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Free Microgreens Seed Varieties Chart: 20+ Microgreens for Year-Round Freshness

1/4/2026

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Welcome to 2026! We are back from vacation, and I've been hard at work planning out the year ahead... Stay tuned for updates, coming soon.

Meanwhile, it has been a very cold winter thus far, and although I'm hoping the winter garden will survive under the coverings, it hasn't even been possible to harvest anything lately. That's where microgreens come in - which is the subject of this month's freebie!

What if you could enjoy fresh, vibrant, homegrown greens even in the middle of winter—with no garden, no experience, and no waiting months for a harvest?

That’s the magic of microgreens. These tiny, nutrient-packed versions of familiar veggies like broccoli, kale, peas, and spinach thrive indoors and are ready to harvest in as little as 7–14 days. When the outdoor beds are frozen solid and gardening feels out of reach, microgreens let you keep growing—and eating—fresh food year-round!


Despite the common myths you may have heard indicating that microgreens are tricky or prone to problems, they’re actually one of the easiest crops you’ll ever grow, making them perfect for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike. With just a small tray on a windowsill or countertop, you can enjoy powerful flavor, impressive nutrition, and serious savings compared to store-bought greens.

With this free resource, you’ll learn how to grow a wide variety of microgreens throughout the year—and how a free, easy-to-use chart can remove all the guesswork. If you’re craving fresh, healthy greens when outdoor gardening isn’t an option, you won’t want to miss what’s next!



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[Free Masterclass] The Secret to Year-Round Gardening Abundance

11/2/2025

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Year-Round gardening Masterclass
What if you could enjoy a thriving, abundant garden no matter where you live - or what time of year it is?

It might sound impossible, but here’s the truth: you can create a healthy, flourishing garden lifestyle in any climate, during any season!

The secret lies in understanding how to work with nature, not against it—and getting creative with your unique growing conditions.

Unfortunately, many gardeners get caught up in perceived limitations like growing zones, seasons, or space. But these “rules” often hold us back more than they help us.

That’s why I'm excited to invite you to a special (and complimentary!) online event from our friends over at Grow Your Own Vegetables as this month's "freebie."

It may be November, but that doesn't mean the growing season has to be over! Whether you're a Northern climate gardener transitioning to the winter season, or a Southern gardener getting ready to take advantage of cooler temperatures, there's something for you in this Masterclass, so get your free access below. 

This empowering class will show you how to shift your perspective and start cultivating abundance right where you are!


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[Free Guide] How to Grow Your Own Greens for a Healthier, Tastier Lifestyle

10/5/2025

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Grow your own greens guide
If you’ve ever tried to eat the recommended 2–3 cups of leafy greens a day, you know it’s not always easy. Maybe you’ve found yourself stuck in a rut, rotating between spinach, kale, and romaine, wondering how anyone keeps it exciting.

But here’s something you might not realize…

There are over a thousand varieties of leafy greens! And not just lettuces. Some are savory, some nutty, and others even have a refreshing lemony twist. Yet most of these never make it to grocery store shelves or even farmers markets.

That’s one of the many reasons why so many people are turning to homegrown food - and discovering a whole new world of fresh flavor, nutrition, and freedom! 

For this month's freebie, I'm excited to share with you a free resource from one of my favorite gardening mavens: Stacey Murphy. Through her "Grow Your Own Vegetables" courses, Stacey has coached thousands of gardeners to grow an abundance of food at home - even in very limited space!

This free guide offers a scaled down version of her popular course, this time focused on growing lots of tasty and nutritious leafy greens. No matter how much growing space you have available to you, you'll find this guide a valuable resource to help bring more flavor and nutrition to your dinner table - and in a record amount of time! In just 30 days, you can be serving up loads of tasty and healthy fresh veggies.

Check it out below to learn more, or grab your free copy here now. 


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[Free Guide] 12 Easy-to-Grow Superfoods for Your Backyard

7/4/2025

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Superfood Gardening Guide
How many times have you heard the word “superfood”?

But what really makes a food “super”? Does it come with a cape when you pluck it from your garden? 😄

Here’s the scoop—according to Harvard’s School of Public Health:

“There’s no scientifically based or regulated definition for superfood, but generally, a food is promoted to superfood status when it offers high levels of desirable nutrients, is linked to the prevention of a disease, or is believed to offer several simultaneous health benefits beyond its nutritional value.”

In short: superfoods = powerful nutrition + next-level health benefits.

And the best part?

You don't need to travel to the Amazon jungle to get them. You can grow many of them right in your own backyard!


That’s why I’m thrilled to share this with you as this month's free resource...


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FREE Green Thumb Essentials Online Event

5/4/2025

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Welcome to May - my favorite month of the year! (And no, it's not just because of my birthday.) :-)

As we move into the most beautiful time of the year here in Ohio, my thoughts are largely focused on gardening! There are seemingly endless tasks to be done this time of year, from planting, to weeding, mulching, preparing beds, and more - all in (mostly) glorious weather. That's why this month's freebie is especially timely...

I'm excited to share a brand new event this year brought to us by the gardening experts over at Grow Your Own Vegetables! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just planting your first seed, the upcoming Green Thumb Essentials 3-Day Event is your chance to dig deeper into the art (and joy!) of growing your own food. This free, value-packed online event is designed to empower you with the tools, techniques, and insider secrets to help your garden flourish—no matter your experience level.

An immersive experience, this event brings together expert guidance, hands-on tips, and step-by-step strategies to help you grow healthier plants, boost your harvest, and feel more confident in your garden. It’s the perfect opportunity to kickstart your gardening season and reconnect with the earth—right from your own backyard!

Learn more below, or head on over and reserve your free spot now - it all starts next week! 


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[Free Guide] Your First Step to Growing Organic Vegetables

2/2/2025

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Growing organic vegetables guide
Welcome to February! To kick things off - and help fight off the winter doldrums - let's talk about gardening! :-)

Coming up later this month, in preparation for garden season, Stacey Murphy over at Grow Your Own Vegetables is holding a special online event to help you learn to grow organic vegetables in your own back yard (or front yard, or patio, or window garden, etc.).

I'm excited for this one, as this is the time of year that I can sometimes find it hard to get motivated, and Stacey's energy and hands-on approach is always so inspiring!

In conjunction with this event, we are giving away a copy of Stacey's no-nonsense garden guide: Your First Step to Grow Organic Vegetables. This guide is packed full of actionable tips to get your garden off to a great start - even if you've never gardened before, or think you have a "brown thumb," and no matter where you live.

Click the link above to grab your guide now, or learn more below about the guide and Stacey's upcoming event!


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[Free Guide] 6 Easy-To-Grow Microgreens

11/3/2024

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Microgreens growing guide
I'm back this week with your November freebie!

While you may not think of November as the right time to grow food, in fact, there are plenty of things you can grow throughout the winter - especially quick-growing indoor crops like microgreens!

Sprouts and microgreens grow great indoors year-round, and this is the perfect way to include fresh, nutritious greens in your diet during the winter months when you might not have as much fresh food growing in your outdoor garden. It's also a fun and inspiring pastime to enjoy during the dreary winter months when you might not be able to spend much time outside!

This month's "freebie" is a helpful guide to 6 different microgreens that you can easily grow indoors this winter. Download your free copy here, or read below to learn more about the guide.


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Free Succession Planting Calculator

7/7/2024

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Free succession planting calculator
Well, it's July, which means, it's time for your July freebie! :-)

This month, I've got something a little different for you...

It's a free tool to help you extend your garden season and maximize your harvest!

While you may think of planting a garden as being a springtime activity, midsummer is actually a great time to plant some late summer and fall crops.

The best way to do this is called succession planting. It helps you get more out of your available garden space by planting a succession of crops one after another.

Yes, it really is that simple, but having a handy calculator like this one will help make the process easier to keep track of. Go ahead and grab your copy now, or learn more below.

Enjoy your summer bounty!  :-)


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Super Soil for Super Food: Free E-Guide

5/12/2024

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Healthy soil guide
Welcome back! I apologize that I wasn't able to get your monthly freebie posted last week, but I'm back today with a helpful little guide to celebrate the start of the summer garden season. :-)

Healthy food starts with healthy plants which start with healthy soil, so believe it or not, soil health might be where true health all begins!

You've probably never thought much about the health of the soil - unless you're an organic gardener - so this might seem a little strange to you, but when you think about where all of our food ultimately comes from (yes, even meat), then it just makes sense. How can you grow healthy crops - either to feed people or animals - if the soil is depleted, neglected, or lacking in essential nutrients?

If you grow your own food, soil health is probably something you pay a little more attention to, but even if you're an experienced gardener, there is still so much to learn about the world beneath our feet and how it supports life!

That's why I'm excited to share a brand new guide with you from the folks over at Grow Your Own Vegetables, who brought you the Superfood Garden Summit. This year's Summit is happening this week, so be sure to check it out, but even if you can't make it this time, make sure you grab your free soil guide below ASAP to help you grow healthier, more nutritious food in your own garden all year long!


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Your Free Guide to Growing a Garden That Thrives

2/4/2024

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Guide to growing a thriving garden
While February may feel like a long ways from garden season (at least here in Ohio), in fact, it's just around the corner! Depending on where you live, it may already be time to start planting - or at least planning what to plant...

That's why, for this month's freebie, I'm sharing a helpful guide to get you started thinking about this year's growing season!

This detailed guidebook from the good folks over at Grow Your Own Vegetables contains step-by-step guidance to growing a thriving vegetable garden, no matter how much growing space you may have available.

If you have time, I also recommend you check out the upcoming Joyful Gardener Docuseries, which contains lots more awesome information about growing healthy, organic food in your own backyard. But either way, make sure you grab your free download, while it's still available!


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