The Survival Gardener

by David The Good

Florida gardening

Florida gardening

Florida Panhandle Gardening is… Different

This is good insight on the difficulties gardening in the Florida Panhandle: “I’ve been gardening on the Northern Gulf Coast…
Florida gardening

Find the Core of Gardening Success in Florida – then Play!

I took the day “off” yesterday by helping a friend remove some trees and do brush clearing. We harvested these…
Encouragement, Florida gardening, freedom, Uncategorized

We Have Enough Land – We Just Lack the Right Mindset!

In 2023 we grew more than 2500 lbs of food in about 5265 square feet. This is less space then…
Florida gardening

Why is it SO HARD to grow food in North Florida?

In our latest video, we expand on a blog post from last week and cover why growing food in North…
Florida gardening, Soil

Gardening in the Florida Panhandle – Why is it SO HARD?

Bruce the Bad writes to ask why gardening in the Florida panhandle just isn’t working out: Help! Retired pre-pandemic in…
Florida gardening

Want More Food From Your Garden? “Grow Like a Weed!”

Mark Bailey has some good advice: Have you ever wondered why weeds grow so well, while your garden crops struggle?…
Composting, Florida gardening, Food Forest, South Florida

South Florida Gardening Hacks to Help You Grow LOTS Of Food!

South Florida gardening doesn’t have to be a chore. In fast, you can produce tons of food with very little…
Citrus, Florida gardening

Tourist Trapped at The Florida Citrus Center

I absolutely love the multiple “Florida Citrus Center” gas station/tourist traps along I-75 North of Orlando. On our road trip…
Florida gardening, Food Forest, Starfruit

If You Live in South Florida, Don’t Waste The Climate!

It’s hard to explain to gardeners in temperate climates, but the sheer amount of food you can grow in the…
Florida gardening

What is the trinity of veggies for Florida?

What would be the top three garden plants for Florida gardeners? Hey Mr. The Good. Italy has onions, garlic and…