I’ll be growing blackberry bushes for the first time this year. I actually don’t like blackberries (or any berries for that matter), which I understand is apparently criminal. To atone … Read More “Planning for Blackberries”
March 2018
First Seeds of the Season!
I planted my first seeds of the year on March 4 this year. My indoor seeds are growing great, and my outdoor seeds have been struggling. Let’s start with the … Read More “First Seeds of the Season!”
Spring Garden Prep
During the first weekend of March, I prepped my garden beds for the Spring. And by “I” I mean “we” because my wife fortunately helped due to the back-breaking nature … Read More “Spring Garden Prep”
2018 Garden Plan
I love planning. Every year, I put together a garden plan on paper and pencil because there’s something super enjoyable about drawing up a plan. Now, keeping with that plan … Read More “2018 Garden Plan”
What happened to my 2017 colony?
As noted, my Spring 2017 colony did not survive into Spring 2018. The weekend after discovering my dead colony, I inspected and cleaned out the hive to understand what happened. … Read More “What happened to my 2017 colony?”