Yes, I keep a simple chart—just dates, stages, and the exact tasks for each plant. It’s like a trail map: water here, prune there, harvest there. If a check‑in slips, it’s a little detour that messes the rhythm. I try to stay on schedule, but a single missed step can ripple through the whole garden.

I’ll tighten the chart, but I’ll also set a small buffer—just enough to breathe before the next watering. That way the plants get their rhythm, and I don’t let the deadlines become a storm. A day’s delay doesn’t kill the garden, but I won’t let it become a habit.