I am originally from Michigan and grew up with both of my parents gardening in some way. I really never paid much attention until I got older. After college I tried container gardening on my apartment patios a few times but never got it right. In Spring 2016 my husband and I bought our first home and put in a small raised bed. we planted a few things but it was neglected over the next few years. Then in 2020 the pandemic hit and life slowed down and I spent some of my free time learning about plants, indoor and outdoor. So that brings me to now.... parents have beautiful gardens in Michigan and thats where I draw my inspiration learning to grow food (and some plants) in zone 8b, just outside of Austin, TX.