While The World Slumbers, We Dig In

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The Equinox has arrived. The wheel turns. And while many hunker down for the Dark Time… we dig in.

In most places, fall signals a slowing down—a time to rest, reflect, and retreat. But here in Central Texas, the garden wakes up. The heat loosens its grip, the soil breathes again, and we step into our true growing season.

This is our paradox: while the world composts, we cultivate. While others tuck in or prepare for the Holiday Season, we stretch out our roots and prepare for The Harvest.

What to Plant Now:

• Native wildflowers: bluebonnet seeds, mystic blue salvia, lantana

• Cool-season veggies: broccoli, kale, carrots, radishes

• Herbs for fall medicinal and kitchen use: parsley, cilantro, calendula

• Pollinator favorites: rudbeckia, goldenrod, fall-blooming asters

🌿 Hands-In-The-Soil Moment:
Before you grab your trowel, take a breath.

• What plants thrived in your spring garden?

• Which ones struggled, bolted, or never quite took root?

• Is there something new you’re curious to try this season—something wild, unfamiliar, or just plain fun?

Let this be your seasonal check-in. Not just for your garden, but for your energy, your habits, your hopes. What’s ready to be planted now that the heat has passed?

Quick Tips:

• Mulch now to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

• Watch for fall pollinators—tag Monarchs, bees, and migrating birds.

• Start composting summer leftovers (bolted basil, spent squash vines).

Closing Note:
This season isn’t about winding down—it’s about reclaiming. Your garden knows it. Your hands know it. Let the rest of the world sleep. We’ve got seeds to sow.