Canning season is right around the corner over here on the Hilltop. The tomato plants are brimming with fruit that will be ready to harvest this month, so I'm mentally preparing myself for all of the work to come. Last year I preserved all of my garden harvest in two different ways: freezing and water... 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 →
It's almost July and our garden is thriving! I shared Our Garden Plans with you many months ago, so I thought it might be time to update you on how it's going so far. Indoor Starts I started a few vegetable and flower varieties indoors under a grow light. Getting seedlings going indoors has so... Continue Reading →
The time has come to cage in the tomato starts! My seedlings are thriving out in this Missouri heat and seem to be growing faster than I anticipated. It seems like we just Hardened Off Our Seedlings last week! I Started Our Seeds Indoors just a few months ago when snow still covered the ground... Continue Reading →