# Ep 209. Garden Update, What's Growing, What's Failing and Life Lately

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Podcast: [The Homestead Challenge Podcast | Suburban Homesteading, Gardening, Food From Scratch, Sustainable Living](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-homestead-challenge-podcast-suburban-homesteading-gardening-food-from-scratch-sustainable-living-6738945)
Published: 2026-06-10T14:03:02+00:00
Episode link: https://thehomesteadchallengepodcast.podbean.com/e/ep-209-garden-update-whats-growing-whats-failing-and-life-lately/
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Duration seconds: 1314

## Resource

In this June garden update, we're sharing what's growing in our Zone 6 garden, the challenges we're facing this season, and a few personal life updates along the way. From harvesting herbs and strawberries to dealing with pests, watering struggles, and the unexpected loss of a beloved family dog, this episode is an honest look at real-life homesteading and finding peace in the garden during difficult seasons. https://thehomesteadchallenge.com/

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