Well, finally I have convinced myself to take a few minutes away from everything and come in and sit down and write a blog!
Today was a very warm day - I think the warmest we have had yet this spring. I worked outside all day long planting the vegetable garden, and it was so hot I had to remind myself that this is what we have been waiting for all these months through winter. Not being someone who likes the heat - I had to remind myself over and over again.
We need rain - the ground is so dry - my garden soil is very sandy so water just vanishes when you add it to the soil.
So - the vegetable garden is coming along.
So far I have sewed Peas, Onions ( red and white), Beets, Tomatoes (7 varieties, I think), Peppers (3 varieties), Cucumbers ( 3 varieties) Noodle beans, Scallop squash ( summer squash), Lettuce, Kale and Corn.
Still to go in - beans, carrots, pumpkins, butternut squash, acorn squash, zucchini , and some turnips for Thanksgiving.
I have also planted some Aunt Molly's ground cherries, which are a citrusy fruit, about the size of a grape. Great for eating fresh or making jams and jellies.
I have really stepped out of my comfort box this year when it comes to my garden. I am mixing things up - planting herbs and flowers right in with my vegetables - and really paying attention to companion planting techniques. I also have a lot more structures in my garden this year - which is fun, but I am hoping that it also is useful.
Just have to tell you - as I am typing this, I have my windows open. It is about 11pm, and the cows are bellowing somewhere out there. I live in town, but there are a couple of farms close by. They must be weaning the calves - seems to me this goes on every spring!
Anyway - I made a little video this evening. So if you are inclined check it out.
One of these days I will get my real camera out to take some photos - but for now - the videos will have to do...
Take Care everyone...
Oh - and while you are on my you-tube channel - check out the little video I made about my dress cards...
Bye for now!
https://youtu.be/LkVbVOlLFBk
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