August 2012 Garden Update
First, I am happy to report my computer is online. Parts fixed, programs re-installed, I am finally able to function again! And that’s good, because my garden has been in full swing: Here is...
First, I am happy to report my computer is online. Parts fixed, programs re-installed, I am finally able to function again! And that’s good, because my garden has been in full swing: Here is...
You may have noticed my total failure to post. Here’s a short summary: 1. Little camera breaks. This is my “go to” point and shoot. Something is wrong with the lens, it won’t come...
My broccoli was a bust (I blame early warm temperatures and late transplanting), so I had a moment of silence for the failed broccoli, then I pulled it out and replaced it. Now I’ve...
In our quest to eat more fruits and veggies, I’ve finally gotten around to joining the world of green smoothies. If you’ve never made one, the basic idea is to blend up greens with...
I have to apologize. I’m really sorry for disappearing. I was doing so well–posting several times a week, and then summer hit. Here’s what summer looks like for me: Mother’s day End of School...
Wow, check out this awesome trick. No more silky ears for me!
So I tried a new thing this year, Walls of Water. Basically, this is a product that allows you to plant your tender and very tender vegetables earlier, offering them some protection. It is...
Sweet potatoes are a very-tender vegetable that grows best in warm weather. They spread on the ground as a thick groundcover, so look for bush varieties if growing in a small space or square foot...
First, I have to show you one of the things on my gardening wish list that I finally got: These are Sloggers Gardening Boots. I love that I have something to slip on quickly,...
Not suitable for SFG Asparagus is a hardy perennial vegetable that produces spears for 10-15 years. If you choose to grow it in a square foot or raised garden bed, you will need...