Our 2025 Gardening Notes to Stay Efficient

Market gardening has been a dream of mine since I moved to Dallas in 2015. Well, the dream is finally coming true. I plan to take gardening notes in my journal throughout the season, but I will leave them here, too, so that others can learn from us!

I am reading Mini Farming: Self-Sufficiency on 1/4 Acre by Brett L. Markham, and in the first chapter, he says we should have journals for each plant we plan to grow.

My Gardening Notes Journal Entries Will Have

The plant variety
Where the seeds were acquired from
General information about the plant and its requirements.

Where, when, and how the seeds were started
Transplanting information
Significant events that affected the crop
Pest problems and solutions

He also recommends having gardening notes in a calendar for tasks like starting and transplanting seedlings.

Picture of plants in a pot with the words "Gardening Notes" in the middle

Links to Each Gardening Notes Entry

*The link will come as I add them. Give me about a week!

Tomatoes
Bell Peppers
Okra
Squash
Long Beans
Green Beans
Cucumbers
Banana Peppers
Bok Choy
Kale
Strawberries
Basil
Chives
Cilantro
Sunflowers

I’m sure this list will grow… or it might shrink. We shall see as I get better at this market gardening thing!

Tiffany

Farmer and Freelance Writer

Tiffany Taylor is a former chef and culinary arts teacher with a deep passion for food and its connections to health, community, and faith. Currently pursuing a Master's in Gastronomy, Tiffany is also the co-founder of Harvest Ranch, a farm dedicated to holistic gardening and animal husbandry. With plans for an event venue and guest rooms on the horizon, Harvest Ranch reflects our commitment to sustainable living and fostering a deeper relationship with the land.
In addition to farming, Tiffany writes about recipes, household tips, and living a Christian lifestyle, sharing wisdom and practical advice that nurtures both the body and spirit.