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Three posts that explain how I think about kitchen gardens
Kitchen Garden Planning Is the Hardest Part, Not the Gardening
The hardest part of a kitchen garden is not the watering or the soil. It is deciding what to grow, when, and what follows it. When a garden feels like too much, the problem is almost always a missing plan, not a missing effort. Here is how I think about planning a season so the daily work mostly takes care of itself.
How I Learned to Grow Food
In Germany, where I grew up, gardening was a school subject. We learned how to grow food every year, right alongside math and reading. When I moved to Seattle, I realized most people never learned this basic skill. That's the reason I started Palatino Garden Adventures.
3 Decisions That Make or Break Your Kitchen Garden
Most kitchen gardens don't fail from neglect. They fail because three decisions got made wrong before anything was planted. Not which seeds to buy or how often to water, but the decisions that determine whether your garden actually fits your kitchen, your schedule, and your climate. Get those right and everything else gets easier. Get them wrong and no amount of effort makes up for it. Here's what they are and how to get them right in the Pacific Northwest.
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PNW Winter Kitchen Garden Planning: How to Start the Year Without Overwhelm
A realistic January kickoff for PNW winter kitchen garden planning If January feels confusing, you don’t need to do more - you need a clearer plan. I help PNW gardeners design kitchen gardens that fit real schedules and real seasons. 👉 Book a 1:1 consultation session January is when many people want to start a kitchen garden. Yet, it's also when many get stuck before they ever plant a thing. Seed catalogs arrive in the mail. Instagram feeds fill with thriving garden photos.
Jan 164 min read
Winter Kitchen Gardening in the Pacific Northwest (Yes, You Can Harvest Year-Round)
Winter Kitchen Gardening Pacific Northwest: How to Harvest Fresh Greens All Year Practical tips for winter vegetable gardening in Seattle and the broader Pacific Northwest 🌱 Not sure what to focus on right now? → Get the PNW Spring Garden Checklist : A simple guide to help you plan through winter into spring A vibrant assortment of winter vegetables featuring broccoli, carrots, parsnips, cabbage, and a turnip, showcasing the rich textures and colors of the season's harvest.
Aug 8, 20253 min read
DIY Frost Guards for Your Greenhouse: A Simple Winter Heating Trick That Works
I added a simple and affordable DIY heater to my greenhouse and saw nighttime temperatures rise by up to 9°F (about 5°C). Using a few candles and an unglazed clay pot, this setup creates just enough warmth to protect plants from frost—no electricity needed! It’s a great low-tech solution for cold nights, especially when combined with bubble wrap insulation to retain heat while letting in sunlight. Perfect for extending your growing season on a budget.
Apr 28, 20252 min read
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