Start the New Year with gardening resolutions - grow new plants, nurture soil health, and find joy while connecting with your community!
The New Year is a time for fresh starts and renewed commitments, and for gardeners, it’s an opportunity to deepen their connection with the soil and the world around them.
Resolutions for gardeners often revolve around cultivating healthier plants, creating more eco-friendly practices, and finding joy in the process.
The turning of the calendar inspires a look ahead, encouraging gardeners to reflect on lessons from past seasons and set intentions for the year to come.
One resolution might be to grow something new and unexpected, adding variety and excitement to the garden.
This could mean trying an unusual heirloom vegetable, a rare flower, or even experimenting with container gardening in small spaces.
Expanding horizons keeps the gardening journey fresh and provides opportunities for learning.
Another meaningful goal could be enhancing the soil’s health through composting, cover cropping, or adding organic matter.
Healthy soil is the foundation of a thriving garden, and committing to nurturing it is a step toward long-term success.
The New Year is also a chance to focus on the personal joy that gardening brings.
Whether it’s creating a serene space for relaxation, sharing the harvest with friends and family, or simply savoring the satisfaction of nurturing life, these moments are what make gardening so rewarding.
Resolutions are not just about achieving something by year’s end; they’re about embracing the journey and celebrating each small step along the way.
For gardeners, the New Year holds the promise of growth, not just in the garden but in themselves.
Gardening, while often a solitary endeavor, thrives on shared knowledge and collaboration.
Joining a local gardening club, participating in community garden projects, or simply exchanging seeds and stories with neighbors can foster a sense of belonging and shared purpose.
Learning from others can introduce fresh ideas and techniques, while teaching others – whether it’s passing on tips to a beginner or helping children discover the joys of gardening – can be deeply fulfilling.
By embracing the social side of gardening, individuals can contribute to a collective effort that enriches not just their own spaces but the community as a whole.
Gardening is a universal language, and the New Year is the perfect time to speak it more fluently, together.
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About The Author
John Bagnasco has been in the gardening industry for over 50 years, starting with a horticulture degree from Michigan State University and following a stint at Frank’s Nursery and Crafts in Detroit.
After publishing his first book “Plants for the Home Vol. I” in 1976, he moved to California to become regional manager and buyer for the Nurseryland division of Sunbelt Nursery Group.
He then became the head buyer for Armstrong Garden Centers based in Glendora, California. John had a part-time affiliation with Creative Promotions for ten years before joining them full-time in October 2000 as a senior editor and radio personality for Garden Compass.
John has also taught horticulture classes at Palomar College and San Diego State University.
He is the host of the DVD “The Essential Guide to Roses,” which also features Bryan Main and Bruce and Sharon Asakawa.
His most recent book is “Planting Designs for Cacti and Succulents”.
Currently, John is a co-host on “Garden America,” an interactive live gardening show that additionally provides podcasts of the broadcasts accessible on all major platforms.
You can contact John here.