Seeds and plants are very forgiving. There is not a lot we have to understand in order to encourage them to grow. However, there are four common mistakes that can have a big impact on gardening success. Planting at the wrong time Damage during transplanting Improper watering Not monitoring for pests or disease Planting at […]
Quarantine Day 4: What to Grow to Produce Food Quickly
This title sounds panicky, but it is really just to answer a direct question asked of me. Besides, isn’t it something most gardeners ask every spring? So, here are some things to think about for growing garden vegetables for the near future. What part of the plant are you eating? In the life cycle of […]
Quarantine Day 3: Seed Sorting and Seed Starting Indoors
Problem solving lighting for indoor seedlings All of my greenhouse shelves are already being used for garage and shed storage. Thus, I do not have grow lights this year. They are not very hard to set up, but in our small temporary house, there is no easy place to put them. I did consider moving […]
Quarantine Day 2: Sourdough Starter and Open Pollinated Seed
If you really want to be prepared for an increased level of self-sufficiency, you need to consider both open pollinated seeds and sour dough starter. Open pollinated seeds mean you will have the option of saving your own seeds for future gardens and won’t be as subject to price increases or things being out of […]
Quarantine Day 1: Garden Prep
What should you think about first if you want a garden full of fresh produce this summer, in spite of quarantines and economic fallout? Here is a summary of my suggestions, followed by some discussion: Evaluate your daylight Keep your garden a manageable size Prepare a garden bed Start with a layer of mulch Figure […]