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Over the last few months I’ve been busy clearing the backyard. Pulling up roots, sticker bushes, weeds and cutting down a few saplings in the process. All in an effort to enlarge my growing space for this summers garden. Trying to reach my goal of growing 2,000 lbs of fresh fruits and vegetables in my Read More >>
After learning how to grow sprouts last week I decided to try a new seed. This time around it was the handsome Mung Bean. We use bean sprouts occasionally when we make stir fry dinners. I adore the crunchy texture and it is a great way to sneak a little protein into the meal as Read More >>
The wisteria we planted 2 years ago is finally starting to climb up the arbors… My only regret is I planted white wisteria… I wish I would have planted purple. 12 heads of stinky cabbage are growing nicely in the raised garden beds… As well as Swiss chard. I can’t even begin to tell you Read More >>
That handsome husband of mine brought me home a bouquet of fresh dill last night. Just in time too. Today I whipped up 6 pints of dilly beans and 4 quarts of dill pickles. In one of the quarts I added 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes. I hope they turn out spicy. Behold the Read More >>
First zucchini of the season… This celery is headed for the potato salad I’m making later today. First beans of the season…hopefully in a few days I’ll be canning green beans for the pantry. I’m seriously regretting not labeling my tomatoes. I planted a few green zebra plants and I’m not sure if these are Read More >>
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