Fertile Desert Club

10/01/2026

This time of year feels like a second spring here in the desert! 🌱 After the long, brutal summer, everything is coming back to life. Seeds are sprouting, established plants are pushing out fresh growth, and the whole garden feels magical again.

My blackberry bush is even blooming—maybe I’ll get another little berry harvest! There’s also so much tender new growth that I plan to harvest and dry some of the leaves for blackberry leaf tea, which is naturally rich in tannins and beneficial plant compounds. 🍵

What’s coming back to life in your garden right now?

09/29/2026

October seed packs are shipping out to my subscribers today! 🌱🍂

Normally I don’t reveal the seed varieties ahead of time because I like to keep each month a surprise — but for my followers, I’ll share that October’s pack includes French Breakfast Radish, French Thyme, and Johnny Jump Up Violas!

I adore all three, but the violas are a particular favorite because they’re edible! It’s so fun to add them to salads or use them to garnish cupcakes and desserts. Last year I even pressed some to preserve for later. Such amazing little flowers. 💜

Want a little garden surprise delivered each month? You can subscribe for yourself or send a 3-month subscription as a fun gift for a gardener, plant lover, or someone wanting to grow more of their own food and flowers.

If you’d like to join in, the October pack is available now:
https://arizonaurbancottage.etsy.com/listing/4378874706

This Seeds item is sold by ArizonaUrbanCottage. Ships from Mesa, AZ. Listed on Sep 29, 2026

09/28/2026

09/14/2026

After all that brutal summer heat, I still have some survivors—and the biggest winner is the luffa! 🌿 This vigorous vine has absolutely thrived and is happily taking over the garden as you can see! 😂

Wondering when to plant luffa and other garden favorites in Arizona’s low desert? With my 6-month seed subscription, you’ll receive three seasonally appropriate seed varieties each month—one herb, one flower, and one fruit or vegetable. 🌱

It’s an easy way to grow with the seasons and makes a thoughtful gift for an Arizona gardener, too!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/4565500322/6-month-arizona-seed-subscription-low

08/30/2026

Ready to start your fall garden? 🌱 Now is the time!

September Mystery Seed Packs are shipping this week, with three surprise varieties selected specifically for Arizona’s low desert:

🌿 One herb
🥕 One fruit or vegetable
🌸 One flower

Less guessing, more growing—and a fun surprise when your seeds arrive!

Shop the September pack here: