1482: Garden for Everyone: Create a Calming, Productive Space and Gain Confidence with Author and Gardening Enthusiast Susan Bernauer

Susan Bernauer, author of Gardener’s Journal: Journey into the World of Gardening, shares how anyone can begin growing plants, whether on a small balcony or in a large backyard. She explains that gardening is less about expertise and more about curiosity, patience, and observation. Her book offers practical guidance for beginners, covering seed starting, soil care, composting, and how to record plant notes to remember what works year after year. She emphasizes that gardening can be both educational and therapeutic, helping people reconnect with nature and relieve stress.In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Susan talks about how gardening evolved from a childhood pastime into a lifelong passion focused on shade gardens and succulents. She explains how to choose plants that fit your space and lifestyle, avoid common mistakes, and turn your gardening into a creative project instead of a chore. Her spiral-bound version of the Gardener’s Journal even allows you to cut out pages and create a custom notebook to track your plants, making it a hands-on guide for personal growth through gardening. Quotes: “If you’re caring for a plant, you’re already a gardener. It’s about learning and trying, not perfection.” “Gardening is a journey. Even advanced gardeners don’t know everything. You learn through trial and error.” “When life gets stressful, working in the garden helps you relax and reconnect with yourself.” “Write down what works for you. Next year, you’ll be ahead instead of starting over.” Resources: Connect with Susan Bernauer on Facebook Get "Gardener's Journal: Journey into the World of Gardening" Amazon