My Gardening Journal

Sarah and Colin Simon, the husband and wife duo behind My Gardening Journal, find inspiration for all their creative projects in their ever-blooming Seattle-based urban farm. Sarah, world-renowned painting instructor and creator of the international best-selling Watercolor Workbook series, has taught thousands of budding artists the joy of creating lush watercolours inspired by the diverse variety of flowers, trees, and herbs grown in their garden. Colin, wealth advisor by day and steadfast gardener in every other waking moment, is the backbone of their garden, nurturing annual and perennial plants while also exploring unique, heirloom varieties in their greenhouse. Having grown up gardening with his mother and grandfather, he's acquired decades of gardening experience and wisdom, nurturing a devotion to growing beautiful plants. Together, Sarah and Colin are passionate about teaching others the value of patience, diligence, and curiosity in their approaches to gardening. The couple and their two daughters split their time between Seattle, Washington and Charleston, South Carolina, tending to their robust gardens at both homes.

“If you are interested in creating and building a garden, one of the most important things is to plan each step. If you need tools and resources to begin the process, pick up a copy of this 52-week planner. [My Gardening Journal] is easy to use and enables the reader to create the type of garden they’ve always dreamed of.” —Readers' Favorite"Sarah and Colin's My Gardening Journal is an absolute gem! The illustrations are breathtaking—each page is a masterpiece, filled with floral inspiration. It's not just a feast for the eyes, though. For budding gardeners, this book provides an excellent guide, with helpful insights into planning and growing a successful garden. The weekly garden log is brilliant, making organization a breeze for both tasks and observations. Keeping a garden journal is a really powerful tool for understanding your garden and becoming a better gardener, but many of us miss out on the opportunity for lack of organization or inspiration: this book solves both problems. Whether you treat yourself or surprise the green thumb in your life, this book is sure to be a cherished addition!"—Deanna Kitchen, Owner of Twig & Vine Flower Farm and Founder of The Growing Kindness Project“We fell in love with Sarah Simon’s art at first sight. We met through Instagram, and she illustrated the packages for our line of sustainable gardening products. Sarah is an amazing human and together with her husband, Colin, they have created a dream garden.” —Suzy Newsom, Good Dirt® Founder"Sarah and Colin Simon’s expertise shines through in every aspect of the journal, reflecting their deep passion for gardening and years of hands-on experience. Their insights are invaluable, offering readers practical guidance rooted in real-world gardening scenarios."—GardenAdvice UK"This gift suits beginners building confidence and experienced growers refining their craft." —Backyard Garden Lovers"From early sowing to spring blooms and summer harvests, this journal turns every growing day into a celebration of nature. It’s the thoughtful spring gift every gardener will love." —Consumer Queen