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Yesterday, reader Gwen left me this comment: “My dad (you know, the one you are always supposed to listen to when he gives advice) said I should keep my tomato plants inside until June but I noticed yours are already planted outside. By the looks of your garden I should be following your lead. Do Read More >>
The spring vegetable garden is in full swing. Tomorrow I have plans to harvest my second batch of broccoli raab and to make another batch of Chickpeas with Broccoli Raab and Bacon for dinner. I’m also excited about the rainbow Swiss chard. The techno colored greens should be ready to harvest in about 2-3 weeks. Read More >>
While The Girl Who Thinks She’s A Bird and I were at the Seattle Tilth Plant Sale this past weekend, we noticed a vendor selling burlap sacks. The vendor had quite the crowd, and so I stopped and listened. Basically he was selling the bags as eco-friendly planters and mentioned something about using the bags Read More >>
This year my goal is to grow 2,000 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables. I think I can do it. With 16 raised garden beds, a greenhouse, a raspberry patch and a few more planting beds sprinkled throughout our property, I think growing 2,000 pounds of food is an attainable goal. Even if I do Read More >>
“Would you give me a case of toilet paper and a 25lb bag of sugar?” I asked. “Are you serious?” “Are you?” “Fine. Yes, I will go to Costco and get you toilet paper and sugar you weirdo, now how soon can you get started?” Go HERE to read the rest of the story…
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