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


Fuchsia flowers are known for their vibrant and striking colors, often appearing in shades of pink, red, purple, and…

The Aster, a member of the daisy family (Asteraceae), is a beloved perennial known for its star-shaped flowers that…

Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) is a striking and elegant plant that adds vertical interest and vibrant color…

Cucumbers are a popular garden vegetable known for their versatility in salads, pickling, and refreshing summer…

Russian sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) is a beloved perennial in many gardens, known for its tall, airy spikes of…

Cardinal flowers are a favorite of mine to grow, as they are superb at drawing in hummingbirds. They rank among the…

Chrysanthemums, commonly known as "mums," are beloved fall-blooming flowers that bring vibrant color to gardens as…

Are your tomatoes turning black at the blossom end.  Are you finding black spots on tomatoes.  It could be…

Tomato plants are susceptible to several diseases and fungal infections, which can significantly impact their health…

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is an aromatic evergreen herb that has been cherished for centuries. Native to the…

Sweet potatoes are a versatile and nutritious root vegetable, often prized for their sweetness and rich orange flesh…

Square Foot Gardening (SFG) is a popular gardening method designed to maximize yields in small spaces, making it…