Hail vs. My Garden - Round 1

Sunday, June 22nd, 2008 Posted in gardening, my life | No Comments »

Out of the blue yesterday(and I really mean out of blue...it was sunny and beautiful, but then...the sky turned black....) we had an unexpected hail storm! It only lasted about 5 minutes before turning to heavy rain, but those 5 minutes ...

How to build a raised bed the lazy, slacker way!

Sunday, June 22nd, 2008 Posted in gardening | No Comments »

Last year, I attempted "square foot" gardening for the first time. I had recently moved and didn't have time to get started until mid June, but I was determined to get a garden going regardless. I did manage ...

Random acts of lawn ornament theft!

Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008 Posted in gardening, my life | No Comments »

Ok, here goes, this is a rather strange and perplexing occurrence. I was upstairs this morning getting ready. On my way back down the steps, I paused on the landing to look out my window. I was just ...

My babies are growing!

Friday, March 21st, 2008 Posted in gardening | No Comments »

Finally, I have growth activity...and lots of it! So far I have brussel sprouts, squash, melons, pumpkins, tomatoes, chard, broccoli and lots of basil. I am eagerly awaiting the birth of my peppers. However, I have yet to ...

Gardening season about to begin!

Tuesday, March 4th, 2008 Posted in gardening | No Comments »

Well, maybe not....but it is getting close. I am gearing up to start some seeds. I am forcing myself to not jump the gun. I will be waiting 'til a somewhat sensible time to start my seeds...or ...