Little Shop of Heirlooms

10/23/2026

Well, friends, after a very long, hot summer, the chilly weather is coming; tackle the tender plants first. Bring in what you can, harvest what's ready, and protect anything you hope to keep growing.

Now, here's a little secret from our garden to yours: you don't have to clean up every last leaf and stem this fall! We tend to leave many of our sturdy perennials and seed heads standing until spring. Those old stems and leaves can provide a cozy little winter home for beneficial insects and their babies, and the birds will appreciate a few seeds to snack on, too.

So grab your gloves, a warm drink, and get a little fresh air. One garden chore at a time, friends. Nobody's handing out medals for the fastest fall cleanup!

10/19/2026

Here's a little reminder from your friends at Little Shop of Heirlooms: the garden may be winding down, but there's still time to save a little summer for next year.

Save seeds from your favorite heirloom varieties, label them well (because trust us, you'll forget!), and tuck them away for next season.

There's something mighty special about planting a seed that came from a tomato, flower, or pepper you loved this year. It's like passing a little piece of your garden down the line.

Are you a seed saver? Tell us what you're tucking away for spring!

10/15/2026

Friendly neighborhood reminder! If you've still got tender plants outside, now's the time to harvest the goodies and cover or bring in what you can before the cold settles in. Don't leave your favorite peppers out there hoping they'll tough it out. Even the bravest garden has its limits! Stay cozy, gardeners.

10/10/2026

Well, neighbors, it looks like Mother Nature is about to pull the blankets up over our gardens!

With colder weather on the way, it’s time to start plucking the last of those tomatoes, peppers, and tender plants in for the season. Pick the last of those green tomatoes, gather your garden treasures, and give your tired plants a little thank-you for all they’ve given us.

There’s always a little sadness in saying goodbye to the garden, but don’t fret — spring has a way of sneaking back around before we know it!

From our little shop to your garden, stay warm, friends.

09/08/2026

It is that time of year when the gardens are making their final push! Don’t quit. Keep on watering and help your plants finish strong!

07/15/2026

This Colorado heat has been no joke! When it's hot and dry, your plants are working overtime just to survive, so now is a great time to give them a little extra love.

Instead of reaching for a strong chemical fertilizer, try feeding your garden organically. A gentle drink of diluted fish emulsion, seaweed fertilizer, compost tea, or a top dressing of compost gives plants the nutrients they need without stressing them during the heat.

A few neighborly tips:
*Water deeply before fertilizing.
*Fertilize early in the morning or after the sun goes down.
*Add a layer of mulch to help keep moisture in the soil.
*Skip heavy fertilizing if plants are looking wilted from the
afternoon heat, let them recover first.

Remember, healthy soil grows healthy plants. Sometimes the best thing we can do is slow down, water well, and let nature do the rest.

How's your garden holding up this summer? We'd love to hear what's thriving.

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06/27/2026

Apologies that it has been so quiet on here lately. I have been standing in my garden, willing it to grow faster.

06/17/2026

I am giving a greenstalk planter a try this year. Heather grows a lot in these. Notice that my chickens 🐓already ate the lower row. 🙄

06/16/2026

How is everyone doing in the garden? Mine is not looking very exciting.

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06/04/2026

Those little seedlings you lovingly tucked into the garden this week may not look very impressive right now. In fact, they might even look a little worse than they did in their cozy nursery pots.

Don't worry—this is completely normal.

The first 7–10 days after transplanting are all about what is happening beneath the soil. While the tops of the plants seem to be standing still, their roots are hard at work exploring their new home, stretching deeper and wider in search of water and nutrients.

During this time, your seedlings may appear quiet, but they're building the strong foundation that will support months of growth, flowers, and harvests to come. A little transplant shock is part of the journey.

Keep them watered, keep an eye on them, and resist the urge to fuss too much. Nature is doing some of her best work where we can't see it.

Good things are happening underground.