Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Want a stronger spring garden? It actually starts now.
In this video, I’m sharing 4 easy December hacks that make a HUGE difference once spring planting season rolls in. These are practical, quick wins you can do in winter — no matter where you live — that will set you up for your best spring garden ever. Do these now, and spring gets a whole lot easier.
🌺Sale: 30% off all CaliKim Seed Collections w/ code THINKSPRING: calikimgardenandhome.com/collections/seed-collections. Ends 12/18/25. All new, fun varieties in the Indoor Garden, Microgreens, Lettuce, and Fall Garden Seed Collections.
Want to plan your spring garden even faster?
Try my Garden Planner — free for 7 days, no credit card required:
calikim.gardenplanner.com
🪴 SUPPLIES I USE IN THIS VIDEO:
Thanks Monterey Lawn & Garden for partnering with us on this video.
*Monterey Lawn & Garden: 20% off site-wide w/ code "CALIKIM20", montereylawngarden.com
- Take Down: montereylawngarden.com/product/take-down-garden-spray/, or on Amazon: amzn.to/3KUysN2
-Garden Insect Spray: montereylawngarden.com/product/monterey-garden-insect-spray-rtu/. or on Amazon: amzn.to/48Nr91D
*DRIP IRRIGATION & MICRO SPRAYERS: Mister Landscaper: 20% off site-wide, with code “CaliKim”, plus FREE shipping with orders $49 and over: https://misterlandscaper.com.
*Whiskey Barrel Planters(various sizes, I have 5 & 7 gallon): amzn.to/3HOwVGX
☀️OUR GO-TO GARDEN GEAR:
*SEEDS: CaliKim Seed Collections: calikimgardenandhome.com/collections/seed-collections/Seeds
*BOOKS: My Newest Book: calikimgardenandhome.com/pages/10-minute-gardener. Grow your garden in just 10 minutes a day! Grab your signed, personalized copy.
*CaliKim Garden Planner:: Start your free trial: https://calikim.gardenplanner.com. Your personalized planting plan – it’s fun, easy & stress free.
*SOIL/PLANT FOOD: Master Nursery Bumper Crop Soils & Plant Foods & NEW Raised Bed Soil: Exclusively at your local independent Master Nursery Garden Center. For a location near you, visit: bumpercrop.com/store-locator/. Support local!
*Aussie Ezy Sprayer: 10% off site-wide with code CALIKIM, free shipping on orders over $75 at https://www.gardenyourway.com.
🛍️ SHOP CALIKIM'S OUTFITS. GROW FOOD. LOOK CUTE.
* Flare Jeans: amzn.to/4q9R36R
*Blue Vans: amzn.to/4rX561m
*Blue zip top: amzn.to/44zWJP2
* Flare jeans: amzn.to/44a9wHX
🎥CAMERA GEAR WE USE:
*Osmo Pocket Vlog Camera: amzn.to/4gG1TOv
*DJI Mic: amzn.to/3Vx3A
* Insta 360 camera: amzn.to/4ou2Nke
*Go Pro Hero 10: amzn.to/4r6SoMM
*Go Pro Hero (newest model): amzn.to/3LUawcJ
WATCH FOR MORE GARDEN TIPS:
youtube.com/watch?v=nqfTubkcvPc&list=PLH4z_9MDD00LeOpG3ObMqLw5j4QV-7Dc6&index=1
youtube.com/watch?v=CZ_o-YlInEQ&list=PLH4z_9MDD00LGYcwxp-QZ8cUUcsZSEkJD&index=1&t=516s
youtube.com/watch?v=3tn_JfQlcpw&list=PLH4z_9MDD00LGYcwxp-QZ8cUUcsZSEkJD&index=2
youtube.com/watch?v=WrPqhrcVaH4&list=PLH4z_9MDD00LGYcwxp-QZ8cUUcsZSEkJD&index=5&t=3s
TIMESTAMPS: (click the timestamp to jump to a specific tip or re-watch your favorite part)
00:00 Why December Matters More Than You Think
00:19 Hack #1 — The Winter Sun Trick Most Gardeners Skip
02:02 Hack #2- Warm Up a Mini Growing Zone
04:16 Hack #2 — The Root/Plant Protection That Pays Off in Spring
07:35 Hack #4 — The Smart Upgrade for Stress-Free Spring
10:00 Wrap up
AMAZON:
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases:
Amazon general links:
General search page: amzn.to/3897OqD
Patio, Lawn & Garden Bestsellers: amzn.to/3QBsAHB
Plant Support Structures: amzn.to/3DnVzvw
Seed starting supplies: amzn.to/30kbmDG
Grow Lights: amzn.to/2NlY5FB
Garden Tools: amzn.to/2RiwRRq
WHERE TO FIND ME:
Seed & Garden Shop:calikimgardenandhome.com
Instagram: CaliKim: instagram.com/calikim29
CameraGuy: instagram.com/calicameraguy
Facebook Page: facebook.com/CaliKimGardenandHomeDIY
Want a stronger spring garden? It actually starts now.
In this video, I’m sharing 4 easy December hacks that make a HUGE difference once spring planting season rolls in. These are practical, quick wins you can do in winter — no matter where you live — that will set you up for your best spring garden ever. Do these now, and spring gets a whole lot easier.
🌺Sale: 30% off all CaliKim Seed Collections w/ code THINKSPRING: calikimgardenandhome.com/collections/seed-collections. Ends 12/18/25. All new, fun varieties in the Indoor Garden, Microgreens, Lettuce, and Fall Garden Seed Collections.
Want to plan your spring garden even faster?
Try my Garden Planner — free for 7 days, no credit card required:
calikim.gardenplanner.com
🪴 SUPPLIES I USE IN THIS VIDEO:
Thanks Monterey Lawn & Garden for partnering with us on this video.
*Monterey Lawn & Garden: 20% off site-wide w/ code "CALIKIM20", montereylawngarden.com
- Take Down: montereylawngarden.com/product/take-down-garden-spray/, or on Amazon: amzn.to/3KUysN2
-Garden Insect Spray: montereylawngarden.com/product/monterey-garden-insect-spray-rtu/. or on Amazon: amzn.to/48Nr91D
*DRIP IRRIGATION & MICRO SPRAYERS: Mister Landscaper: 20% off site-wide, with code “CaliKim”, plus FREE shipping with orders $49 and over: https://misterlandscaper.com.
*Whiskey Barrel Planters(various sizes, I have 5 & 7 gallon): amzn.to/3HOwVGX
☀️OUR GO-TO GARDEN GEAR:
*SEEDS: CaliKim Seed Collections: calikimgardenandhome.com/collections/seed-collections/Seeds
*BOOKS: My Newest Book: calikimgardenandhome.com/pages/10-minute-gardener. Grow your garden in just 10 minutes a day! Grab your signed, personalized copy.
*CaliKim Garden Planner:: Start your free trial: https://calikim.gardenplanner.com. Your personalized planting plan – it’s fun, easy & stress free.
*SOIL/PLANT FOOD: Master Nursery Bumper Crop Soils & Plant Foods & NEW Raised Bed Soil: Exclusively at your local independent Master Nursery Garden Center. For a location near you, visit: bumpercrop.com/store-locator/. Support local!
*Aussie Ezy Sprayer: 10% off site-wide with code CALIKIM, free shipping on orders over $75 at https://www.gardenyourway.com.
🛍️ SHOP CALIKIM'S OUTFITS. GROW FOOD. LOOK CUTE.
* Flare Jeans: amzn.to/4q9R36R
*Blue Vans: amzn.to/4rX561m
*Blue zip top: amzn.to/44zWJP2
* Flare jeans: amzn.to/44a9wHX
🎥CAMERA GEAR WE USE:
*Osmo Pocket Vlog Camera: amzn.to/4gG1TOv
*DJI Mic: amzn.to/3Vx3A
* Insta 360 camera: amzn.to/4ou2Nke
*Go Pro Hero 10: amzn.to/4r6SoMM
*Go Pro Hero (newest model): amzn.to/3LUawcJ
WATCH FOR MORE GARDEN TIPS:
youtube.com/watch?v=nqfTubkcvPc&list=PLH4z_9MDD00LeOpG3ObMqLw5j4QV-7Dc6&index=1
youtube.com/watch?v=CZ_o-YlInEQ&list=PLH4z_9MDD00LGYcwxp-QZ8cUUcsZSEkJD&index=1&t=516s
youtube.com/watch?v=3tn_JfQlcpw&list=PLH4z_9MDD00LGYcwxp-QZ8cUUcsZSEkJD&index=2
youtube.com/watch?v=WrPqhrcVaH4&list=PLH4z_9MDD00LGYcwxp-QZ8cUUcsZSEkJD&index=5&t=3s
TIMESTAMPS: (click the timestamp to jump to a specific tip or re-watch your favorite part)
00:00 Why December Matters More Than You Think
00:19 Hack #1 — The Winter Sun Trick Most Gardeners Skip
02:02 Hack #2- Warm Up a Mini Growing Zone
04:16 Hack #2 — The Root/Plant Protection That Pays Off in Spring
07:35 Hack #4 — The Smart Upgrade for Stress-Free Spring
10:00 Wrap up
AMAZON:
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases:
Amazon general links:
General search page: amzn.to/3897OqD
Patio, Lawn & Garden Bestsellers: amzn.to/3QBsAHB
Plant Support Structures: amzn.to/3DnVzvw
Seed starting supplies: amzn.to/30kbmDG
Grow Lights: amzn.to/2NlY5FB
Garden Tools: amzn.to/2RiwRRq
WHERE TO FIND ME:
Seed & Garden Shop:calikimgardenandhome.com
Instagram: CaliKim: instagram.com/calikim29
CameraGuy: instagram.com/calicameraguy
Facebook Page: facebook.com/CaliKimGardenandHomeDIY
