Rhubarb – March 2008
Here’s a closeup of one of the rhubarb plants. Rhubarb is a perennial so we don’t have to worry about starting the plants. We have four from last year. As we’re fertilizing we may divide one or two of the … Continue reading →
Here’s a closeup of one of the rhubarb plants. Rhubarb is a perennial so we don’t have to worry about starting the plants. We have four from last year. As we’re fertilizing we may divide one or two of the … Continue reading →
Cornell University has a handy guide with information about 58 different vegetables. There are photos, gardening instructions, plant diseases and more.
Continue reading →The last time I made rosemary bread I didn’t use the entire rosemary cutting. I put the unused portion in water. It’s been a few weeks and the cutting has sprouted roots. I did some research and discovered that while … Continue reading →
My father asked me if we’d changed our mind about moving. “You guys are putting in a garden. Does that mean that you’re staying put?” Nope. We’re still hoping to find a new home. We figure we’ve either got to … Continue reading →
The Man of the House ordered the seeds for our garden just a few days ago. They’re already here! Those people at Territorial Seeds work fast!
Continue reading →We’ve made our garden plan for 2008. Our garden will include some old favorites and some new items. Old Favorites: Roma Tomatoes – We’ll use these for spaghetti sauce. Golden Nugget Tomatoes – The Man of the House will use these … Continue reading →
I found an article at The Fugal Panda website on How to be a Frugal Gardener. I don’t feel drawn to the last item on the list (Plant Fake Flowers) but the rest of the tips are great.
Continue reading →I didn’t want to say anything, but I was concerned about the effect of last week’s snow storm on the rosemary plant. Here’s a close up view . . . As you can see the plant was really weighted down … Continue reading →
Last month I got some great deals on canned vegetables. We usually get our canned peas and green beans at Costco but I found some great deals in our local grocery store. The problem, as I found out, is that … Continue reading →
I was sweeping leaves off the back porch the other day. I happened to glance at the rosemary plant. “Hmm,” I thought. “That plant looks like it’s grown a little.” I guess so! Here’s the plant in May. Notice my … Continue reading →