Southern Gardener

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

Recent Journal Posts

Chaos Garden

The beginning of the Chaos garden – 2024!

Sowing Seeds: Nov 2024

Seeds sown in November – Alabama, zone 8A

Spring 2025 Becky’s Garden Planted

81 plants planted in Becky’s Garden at the beginning of November!

Pansy Seeds Not Germinating

Here’s the reason your pansy and viola seeds are not germinating!

Back Border Garden

New garden area for 2024-2025!

Oak Garden

Oak garden formation through 2024

Sowing Seeds: Oct 2024

Quite a few seeds were started in October. Check out the list!

Edgewood Garden

A look at the formation of the Edgewood Garden.