Gardening With Mel

You live in Zone 9B and thought your garden could survive 24 hours without a drink in July. We'll, it cannot!🌵🔥
If you know the struggle of summer gardening in the heat, this one is for you! From the "Indiana Jones" rescue run to the "cool guys don't look at explosions" walk, this is the daily drama of a plant parent in the Texas sun.
How is your garden holding up this summer? Let me know in the comments! 👇

"Day 2 update
I refilled Mel’s Fresh Mint Mist indoors, then headed out to the garden.
One adult stink bug on a leaf got a direct spray — he was stunned and agitated.
Next, I sprayed the nymphs clustered on the tomato 🍅. Some fell, others looked disheveled.
I’ve adjusted the potency, so let’s see how it all pans out by Day 4 👀💚Follow this 4‑part series and share with a gardening friend🥰

It’s July in Zone 9b, and the sun is auditioning for a villain role. 🌞
Roots are gasping, leaves are begging, and without mulch… well, let’s just say your plants might be writing their goodbye letters. Mulch isn’t just a garden accessory, it’s life support. It keeps the soil cool, locks in moisture, and shields roots from the kind of heat that makes you question your life choices. So here’s your stewardship rhythm: grab that mulch, spread it thick, and give your plants the shade blanket they deserve.

“Holiday… Celebrate!” 🎶
Because freedom feels like a garden in full bloom 🌸✨
Happy Fourth of July, let’s dance, laugh, and let liberty sparkle louder than the fireworks 🎆🇺🇸