Life Giving Gardens

Life Giving Gardens At Life Giving Gardens, our passion is to re-seed the knowledge and love of kitchen-gardening, for everyone in the Rio Grande Valley.

We can't wait to grow with you!

08/31/2026

So what ACTUALLY this summer 👀?? Here are 5 things that have thrived in my HOT season garden that I would absolutely recommend planting next year 😃.

1. Cow peas (a.k.a. black eyed peas)
2. Mexican oregano
3. Malabar spinach
4. Yard-long beans
5. Basil..
6. Gomphrena (globe amaranth)
7. Sweet potatoes (if you have the extra space or want to pretty much just plant and forget 😅)

Follow for more gardening know-how for the !

08/28/2026

Make -fresh gomphrena with me! I have oodles of this in the garden right now. Since it's time to make room for the fall garden soon, I'll be cutting and drying a lot of this for summer memories on a sunny winter day ☀️. But for now, !

Shout out to 4M Farms RGV for the gomphrena!

Recipe:
About 5 flower heads (rinsed)
Approx. 8 oz of HOT water
Cover and wait 5-7 min
Add your favorite sweetener, as desired
*you might also choose to add some mint, oregano, or rosemary for a different flavor or added medicinal benefits

Our fall-season PLANT PRE-SALE is happening now! Are you thinking fall yet? NO?! That's okay; I'm thinking fall for you ...
08/12/2026

Our fall-season PLANT PRE-SALE is happening now!

Are you thinking fall yet? NO?! That's okay; I'm thinking fall for you 😉!

We've partnered up with 4M Farms RGV to bring you fresh, seasonal plants for your !

We have over 70 varieties for you to select from! Plants will be in 4" containers and cost $4 each (plus tax).

Click on the form to view what's available and place your order today! Happy shopping!
https://forms.gle/hgHDfwzXyRkU3Dia9

Did you know I can help you plan what to plant in your garden? It's called a 'planting plan'. Super origional, I know 😅. Reach out with what you need help with and we can come up with a plan for you!

Have you fallen into the trap of thinking the only growing season is the spring?! Not so! We have four growing seasons i...
07/31/2026

Have you fallen into the trap of thinking the only growing season is the spring?! Not so! We have four growing seasons in the . Warm season in the spring, a long hot season, a SECOND warm season in the fall and a cool season in the winter (minus the freezes).

The hard part about fall is because the growing season starts hot and we start getting colder, we have to start some plants inside to be ready for the outside and the shorter growing season. Praise the Lord for 4M Farms RGV ! We're going to have an incredible variety of herbs and veggies this fall, so do what you need to, to get your garden ready 😃.

If you're not sure where to start, send us a DM! We offer garden consultations, coaching and turn-key garden installations if you don't already have a garden.

07/27/2026

Today's is for the . Keeping your plants on a consistent watering schedule is one of the best things you can do to keep them healthy and producing in the intense heat of the !

If you're hand watering and feeling the fatigue of getting up every morning to water, I highly recommend either olla pots or a drip irrigation system (this can be connected to rain barrels and be a gravity-fed system, or a hose-bib with a pressure reducer and a timer). Your body and your plants will thank you!

You should be spending your time checking on your plants, harvesting, and just enjoying all the hard work you put in early in the season. Not feeling like a slave to watering your garden... plus, you're going to need that extra time and energy to start planning your fall weather (2nd warm season) garden! Can you believe it's only just around the corner 😃?!

06/23/2026

Are you growing yard-long beans? I would say you should be if you're in the ! This Asian style bean loves the heat and is delicious both raw and cooked! Harvest around 12" long for eating. They will grow to about 3 feet if you let them (hence the name)!

Simple recipe:
-Wash and cut beans into 2" long sections.
-Toss in a bowl with olive oil to coat (this protects the bean while cooking and preserves color).
-Put beans in a steamer basket for 3 to 5 minutes, or until desired doneness is reached.
-Toss with salt, pepper, garlic and a squeeze of lemon.
-Serve warm or room temperature 👩‍🍳💋!

Want to start your own garden but aren't sure how? I can help with that! Everything you need... from site analysis and design, installations, coaching and maintenance, we want you to be successful as an !

06/19/2026

Good morning ! Never would I have thought that videos of food-gardeners in their pajamas with coffee in hand would be an internet trend 🤣. . Here's to those of us that have always done this... unprompted.

And if you want this to be your morning, I want it for you too! I teach beginner to intermediate gardeners how to grow organically in raised garden beds and can also get you set up to grow if you don't have a garden already! It's already time to start planning for fall 🍂🌱!

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06/08/2026

I will tell you this....if you have a kitchen garden (herbs, seasonal veggies and fruits), you will have all kinds of nature come and visit you. Some are annoying (like aphids), but others are exciting! I don't mind these caterpillars eating up the dill. Because you know what? I have plenty! Plenty for me, and plenty for them. My God is a God of ABUNDANCE (2 Corinthians 9:8)!

If you thought the growing season was over because it's hot, think again my friend! Basil, rosemary, oregano and thyme can all still be transplanted now. Sweet potatoes, cow peas (like black eyed peas and long beans), okra and eggplant are all super happy in the heat. I'm also growing patty pan squash (thriving) and malabar spinach (vine) just sprouted from seed! If you want a personalized learning experience on how to grow successfully and organically in the RGV, I want to be your garden coach! Reach out now so we can get you set up to grow this fall!

05/10/2026

Thank you Mama's! We pray that you are blessed by the Herb and Flower Planters 🙏. Thank you to all who made donations to benefit the ! We will be presenting the total gift to them soon ❤️! Stay tuned! This is a story of what God can do when you say yes to His prompting 🙏. I am so grateful to all of you and most of all to God!!

05/08/2026

Update on the Mother's Day herb and flower planters!

🌺4 have been sold! We have 7 more available (orders MUST be placed by 12PM on Friday, May 8th)
🌺If you are not local and would like to make a donation, please reach out!

Quick info 👇

Link to order: https://forms.gle/jxmvVDfxg87ZC4L79

Details on the planter:
💕Each 12" x 18" galvanized metal planter comes with a selection of 10 herbs and (in-season or native) flowers!
💕Each planter costs $100.
💕100% of the proceeds will be donated to Pregnancy Resource Centers of the RGV !
💕Pickup location will be in north McAllen. Specific location will be given to those who purchase.
💕You're also supporting a small, local business that is woman and veteran owned 🫶.

Please message me with questions!
God Bless you 🙏🙌!

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McAllen, TX
78504

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Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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