Garden Update: What’s Thriving… and What Went Wrong

In today’s garden update here in South Louisiana, I’m sharing what’s been growing well—and what definitely hasn’t. From low germination in my squash and zucchini to dealing with broad mites on my tomatoes, I’m walking you through the real-life challenges that come with spring gardening and how I’m adjusting my plans to keep things productive. I’ll be replanting with melons, swapping out struggling plants for peppers, and showing you what’s still thriving in my raised beds and hydroponic garden. Gardening doesn’t always go as planned, but there’s always a way to pivot—so come along for a full garden tour, lessons learned, and what’s next! 🌶🍅🌼 Reach us at: thelaidbackhomestead@gmail.com Coupon Codes: Beautiful Bird Feeders: Kingsyard Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/D724DA94-F259-4911-A474-467A7C9041DB 20% off Discount Code: LAIDBACK20 (valid until May 24th, 2026) Grab a pair👢 here: https://amzn.to/47tyLqa Discount Code 15% off: THELAID15 Affiliate Links: - Hummingbird Feeder: https://amzn.to/3PGUZiA - trays: https://amzn.to/4kpnHjc - self watering bucket inserts: https://amzn.to/473Ah1U Chapters: 00:00 Garden Update – What Went Wrong & What’s Thriving 00:19 Low Germination Fix – Planting Melons in Grow Bags 02:21 Broad Mites on Tomatoes – Removal & Treatment Plan 05:33 What’s Thriving – Peppers, Tomatoes & Garden Tour Chapters: #garden #homestead #gardening #gardeningtips #gardentours #thelaidbackhomestead #backyardgardening #smallspacegardening #containergardening #hydroponics #gardenpests 🌱 Welcome to The Laid-Back Homestead! 🌱 Here we inspire everyone to grow food in ANY space—backyards, balconies, or indoors. From gardening and hydroponics to cooking, preserving, and homesteading, I share simple, practical tips to help you grow more and enjoy your harvest. Subscribe and join our community of growers and homesteaders. Let’s grow something amazing—together!