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Backyard Garden Plot Pictures – Week 34 of 52 It’s a jungle out there I tell you, a jungle. 😉 Check out the ornamental corn stalks. They are only suppose to get about 3 feet high and we already have a few tiny little ears growing. Pretty neat-o if you ask me. The lettuce seeds Read More >>
This year I’m on a mission to grow 4,000 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables in my suburban backyard. In 2012 I was able to grow 2,028 pounds, and in 2013 I’m going double or nothing. I have absolutely no idea if I’ll be able to achieve my goal. But, as with any adventure, half the fun is getting there. ~Mavis ******* When Read More >>
Backyard Garden Plot Pictures – Week 34 of 52 Well I finally figured out what kind of squash plant is growing in the half oak barrel next to the fence, Delicata Honeyboat. Have you ever tried it before? So far I have 3 squash growing and let me tell you Bob, I am keeping my Read More >>
Even though summer is winding down here in Western Washington, things are just beginning to pick up in the greenhouse. This winter I am going to try and grow as many vegetables in the greenhouse as I can. And I’m starting with peas. Last week I planted a packet of Sugar Snap Peas in two large containers Read More >>
This year I’m on a mission to grow 4,000 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables in my suburban backyard. In 2012 I was able to grow 2,028 pounds, and in 2013 I’m going double or nothing. I have absolutely no idea if I’ll be able to achieve my goal. But, as with any adventure, half the fun is getting there. ~Mavis ******* This Read More >>
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