Ep 109 Gardening Goals Made Simple: Plan, Grow, and Thrive in 2025!

Welcome back to The Messed-Up Gardener podcast, your go-to show for all things gardening! I’m Esther Williams, your host, and today’s episode is all about setting your garden goals for the new year. Whether you’re just starting out, have a bit of experience, or are a seasoned gardener, this episode is packed with tips to help you create a plan for your garden that feels manageable and inspiring.

We’ll talk about why setting realistic goals is so important, how to match your gardening ambitions to your time, budget, and space, and ways to set meaningful goals that reflect your personal priorities—whether that’s growing fresh food, creating a peaceful retreat, or helping the environment. I’ll also introduce my favourite framework for goal-setting, SMART goals, tailored specifically for gardeners, to help you break big ideas into clear, actionable steps.

To make things even easier, I’ve created a free "Garden Goals Planning Worksheet" to guide you through the process. It’s a simple tool to help you organize your thoughts and turn your ideas into a plan you can actually stick to. https://stan.store/EstherA/p/get-my-garden-goals-planning-worksheet-now

I’ll also share tips for overcoming common gardening challenges—like finding time in a busy schedule, dealing with pests, or navigating unpredictable weather. Plus, we’ll chat about how to stay motivated by celebrating small wins and connecting with other gardeners in your community or online.

If you’re ready to set your gardening intentions for 2025, I’d love for you to share your goals with me! Post them on social media and tag me using the hashtag #TheMessedUpGardener for a chance to be featured. Your journey could inspire someone else to start theirs, and I’m here to cheer you on every step of the way.

As always, I’ll leave you with a few bonus resources to help you get started:

• 12 Essential Tips for a Thriving Garden" Free eBook https://stan.store/EstherA
• Organic Gardening Cheat Sheet with a worksheet for setting sustainable gardening goals. https://stan.store/EstherA
• Garden Goals Planning Worksheet https://stan.store/EstherA/p/get-my-garden-goals-planning-worksheet-now

Thank you for joining me for this episode. I’m so grateful to have you here. Let’s set our intentions, get planning, and make 2025 an incredible year for our gardens. Remember, gardening can happen in any space, any place, and on any budget. Have an abundant week, and I’ll buzz you later!

Happy New Year, and happy gardening! 🌱

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