Welcome to Zen Garden Life

Zen Garden Life is dedicated to the hobby of home gardening. We provide articles and tips for gardeners on various topics, including extensive information on Flower and Vegetable Gardening.

Whether you're planning a small container garden or a large vegetable plot, we offer advice on how to grow healthy, organic veggies at home. Learn about planting schedules, companion planting, soil preparation, and more.
There are lots of tips for growing healthy plants in any condition, from the best soil mixes to when and how to plant and deal with pests and diseases.

We have an entire section dedicated to watering methods where you will learn efficient ways to water your garden, from traditional hand-watering to soaker hoses, drip irrigation systems, and rainwater harvesting.

**New** Plant Hardiness Zone by Zip Code

We have a new feature that allows you to find your USDA planting zone by zipcode.  It also shows your projected last frost date which is even more important when planning your garden. 

Click Here for USDA Zone by zip code.

There's Something for Every Gardener:

No matter your experience level, we're here to help you create a garden that brings peace, joy, and beauty into your life.

Latest Content


Delicata squash, with its sweet, creamy flesh and edible skin, is a delightful addition to any home garden. Known…

Buttercup squash, known for its rich, sweet flavor and dense texture, is a winter squash variety that thrives in…

Acorn squash is a popular winter squash variety, known for its unique ribbed shape and delicious, slightly sweet…

Butternut squash (Cucurbita moschata) is a popular winter squash variety known for its sweet, nutty flavor and rich…

Spaghetti squash is a popular winter squash variety known for its unique, stringy flesh that resembles spaghetti…

Yellow Straightneck Squash (Cucurbita pepo) is a popular summer squash variety known for its bright yellow skin,…

Zucchini, a popular summer squash, is a staple in many home gardens due to its ease of growth and prolific harvests…

Cabbage is a versatile, cool-season vegetable that has been a staple in home gardens for centuries. Known for its…

Endive, a leafy green vegetable with a slightly bitter flavor, belongs to the chicory family and is often used in…

Bok choy, also known as pak choi or Chinese cabbage, is a versatile and nutritious leafy green that is a staple in…

Beet greens, the nutrient-packed leafy tops of beet plants, are a versatile and delicious addition to your home…

Mustard greens, a staple in Southern cuisine and an essential leafy vegetable worldwide, belong to the Brassica…