All of my plants (except for sunflowers) are now officially planted in the garden. Seeds are sprouting and a rainy few days have really helped move things along. And finally, … Read More “Spring has sprung!”
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Spring is Coming!
My first seeds of the year are planted! The temperature got into the high 60s today, and the bees are busy! And I ordered all of my container fruit trees … Read More “Spring is Coming!”
2019 Garden Plan: Schedule & Map
I was super early when it came to choosing crops and ordering seeds this year. Now that it’s March, I needed to get going on my planting schedule & garden … Read More “2019 Garden Plan: Schedule & Map”
2019 Garden Plan: Crops
The new year is here, and I’ve already ordered seeds for the year. I received my annual seed book from Baker Creek in December and spent my holiday break pouring … Read More “2019 Garden Plan: Crops”
2018 in Review: The Garden
2018 is over, and when it comes to gardening, thank goodness. Not a peak gardening year. The biggest challenge was the rain. So so much rain. In fact, it was … Read More “2018 in Review: The Garden”
Garden Report: May 6
This weekend was all about getting the garden in good shape before we go on vacation in a few days. I setup a sprinkler with a timer to make sure … Read More “Garden Report: May 6”
First Fails of the Season
Lest ye think I’m the best gardener ever, I fail constantly in the garden. It’s the beginning of May, and I have already failed at the following. Blackberries Despite my … Read More “First Fails of the Season”
Start a Garden
Starting a garden is easier than most people expect. There a few key things you need to get started. Pick a Location Choose Your Bed Type Enrich Your Soil Know … Read More “Start a Garden”
Garden Report: April 30
The weather has been all over the place for the last month. Our last Spring frost came a little over two weeks later than usual. That’s made it very difficult … Read More “Garden Report: April 30”
Grit
No, not Grit magazine – although I highly recommend it if, like me, you like to dream about having a wonderful little farm. I’m at a conference for work listening … Read More “Grit”