05/12/2026
It happens every year.
The garden gets neglected to the point where I look at it and say “I’m so sorry! You WILL be gorgeous again!” Then the overwhelm sets in and we get to work. One bed, one w**d, one job at a time.
And every year I think to myself, nothing is going to grow. I haven’t given this what it needs and we’ll get nothing from the garden this year. (Insert sad music here!)
As if by miracle, she comes back to life every single year. We put blood, sweat and tears in, along with stinging sunburns and sore muscles, and she shows up more stunning than ever.
Don’t ever give up. Put in the hard work now so you can enjoy the rewards later! ❤️
And the pesky purslane?! It’s actually really good for you!
It is high in vitamins A, C, and E, as well as several B vitamins. It also contains essential minerals such as magnesium, potassium, and iron. It is one of the richest plant sources of omega-3 fatty acids which is beneficial for heart health. Purslane also contains antioxidants like vitamins C and E, betacarotene, and other compounds that may help reduce inflammation in the body, potentially benefiting conditions such as arthritis.
Because it is a good source of dietary fiber, which can aid digestion and promote gut health, we’ll let it grow then harvest to use in salads!
