My Roma tomato plants have been highly productive this summer. I've brought in 20-25 every day for the past two months. That means I have a lot of work ahead of me to get them processed and stored away for winter. Thankfully, I've been able to stay on top of the garden work thanks to... Continue Reading →
We have an abundance of small watermelons scattered here in there in the patch this year. With two varieties growing, we're expecting more than enough to enjoy during the late summer months (and probably give away too!). We planted only one variety last year and were so very happy with the results of our labor!... Continue Reading →
Tomato plants are one of the most popular veggies to grow because they require very little. Plant them in the ground or even in pots on the patio! Give them some warmth, sunshine, water, something to climb, a little fertilizer, and you'll be picking tomatoes in no time. We caged our tomato plants into their... Continue Reading →
Last summer I was very pregnant and weeding the garden almost overwhelmed me. I was somehow able to stay on top of it, but goodness…it was a lot of work! This year we are experimenting with different forms of mulch for weed control. We have both hay and grass clippings spread all around the plants.... Continue Reading →
You Started Your Seeds Indoors months ago, Tended to Their Needs, put them through the process of Hardening Off, and now it's time to transplant them into the garden. This is what all the prep, patience, and waiting is for! Here are a few tips to think over before you move everything out to the... Continue Reading →
Starting seeds indoors is a great way to get an early jump on gardening and save money, but what should you do once those plants are ready to go outside? Before you know it they'll be tall, leafy, and ready for transplanting. You just move them to the garden, right? Well, it's not quite that... Continue Reading →
Believe it or not, gardening time is right around the corner! That's such an exciting thought to ponder after the past few weeks of bitter weather. It always feels too early start seeds. There's still snow on the ground, temperatures are brisk, and then it's time to plant seeds...doesn't seem quite right, but it is... Continue Reading →
She considers a field and buys it; out of her earnings she plants a vineyard. Proverbs 31:16 We are planning our garden here on the hilltop, and its forethought brings me a lot of joy during bleak winter days. Drawing blueprints, ordering seeds, planting starts indoors, gathering canning supplies...all reminders that spring is soon upon us.... Continue Reading →