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I didn’t expect a full shade area to be one of my favorite parts of the garden, but I’ve fallen in love with how this be...
09/25/2026

I didn’t expect a full shade area to be one of my favorite parts of the garden, but I’ve fallen in love with how this bed turned out.

I have a mix of annuals and perennials. Impatiens are my go to annual flowers when I want color in a full shade spot. I also added amsonia for texture (it looks beautiful in the breeze) and an almost black astilbe for more color variation.

Normally I switch up annuals each year to have a slightly different feel in my garden, but I might for this exact mix again next year!

Swipe to see the names of all the plants ➡️

09/16/2026

September harvest on my rooftop garden 🌿

Some summer plants have slowed down while others are producing like crazy!

I’m collecting fresh raspberries every morning, most of which don’t make it inside before eating.

My dahlias are blooming so much, it’s hard to keep up and the zinnias that haven’t been taking out by powdery mildew are still workhorses in the garden.

The weather may be starting to cool and the leaves on the trees are starting to change color, but I’m still getting a plentiful harvest from my small rooftop deck garden 🪴

The best time in the garden 🌅Gardening has made me a morning person. I can’t wait to get up to the rooftop, greet the pi...
09/06/2026

The best time in the garden 🌅

Gardening has made me a morning person. I can’t wait to get up to the rooftop, greet the pigeons, and watch the sunrise.

Do you prefer your garden in the morning or evening?

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