Free RESOURCES & Gardening Guides

These are the same resources I give my clients to help them start growing with confidence. Whether you’re new to gardening or just want a simpler way to grow food at home, these guides are for you.

Designed for raised bed and beginner gardeners in Zone 5/6 and the Chicago suburbs, these downloads take the guesswork out of what to grow and when—so you can enjoy a more productive, low-stress garden season.

Want a thriving garden with less stress? Grab this free guide and learn 3 secrets to make gardening easier, more productive, and full of joy.

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Download this free Zone 5/6 Planting Calendar for the Chicago suburbs to know exactly what vegetables and herbs grow in each season and when to plant them.

2025 Garden Gifts for the Garden lover. Want to give a gift gardeners will actually love? Grab this free guide filled with my favorite tools and thoughtful gift ideas to make gardening easier, more enjoyable, and more inspiring.