Southern Gardener

The gardening journal of a southern gardener, central Alabama – Zone 8A.

Recent Journal Posts

Camellia Garden

A look into my Camellia garden 2021-2024

Back Patio

A look at the back patio area 2019-2024

Starting Verbena bonariensis From Seed

The process I used to start Verbena bonariensis seeds.

Front Porch Garden

Different looks of the front porch container garden from 2019-2024.

Becky’s Garden

The story behind Becky’s Garden, from 2021-2024.

Garage Bed

The different phases of the garage bed: 2019-2024

Lower Garden

A look at the formation of my lower garden: 2020-2024

Tiered Garden

The creation of my tiered garden: 2020-2024