3: Not Loving Your Garden? How Observation and Data Can Help Fix What Feels Off

Have you ever stood in your garden and thought, “Something feels off" or "This just isn’t working anymore”? Whether it’s subtle discontent or full-on frustration, that nagging feeling is often a sign that something needs to shift. In this episode, we’re diving into how to observe your space more critically, using both aesthetic cues and horticultural data, to understand what’s not serving you and what to do about it. You’ll also hear from Stevie, one of our longtime Relish horticulturists, about how we assess gardens in the field, from overgrown chaos to subtle color clashes. Together, we’ll walk through how to look with intention, ask the right questions, and start making meaningful, doable changes. In this episode, we cover: How stepping back and observing can shift your perspective and make more analytical decisions in your garden. Practical ways to evaluate plant health, layout, and color palette so you can make confident choices in your garden How life transitions often trigger the need for a garden reassessment How we use data and observation in the gardens we care for. Connect with Us Relish Gardens Website Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Youtube If you loved this conversation, make sure to subscribe—we’ve got new episodes every week.  And if you know a gardening friend who’d love this, send it their way. Sharing the show helps grow our little garden-loving community. Until next time, I hope you find something in your garden to truly relish.