Attempting to grow potatoes is another one of those "frustrations" for me in the garden. Every year, I decide that I want to grow them, and every year I know that I shouldn't. Foremost, I don't have enough space. I also don't have enough patience. Each March, I start planting with such great expectations.…
Continue reading ➞ Harvesting New Potatoes from the Garden
So, I admit. I hadn't originally planned on making another potato related post this year, but when my order from Fedco came - I couldn't resist. I love growing potatoes. "Moose tubers" is a section of the Fedco website that is specifically for things like potatoes and onions. Having never order from there before, I…
Continue reading ➞ FEDCO Moose Tubers Potato Haul!
It hasn't been that long since the last time I've posted a garden update, but things are growing so quickly! The combination of rain and high temperatures has been absolutely ideal for the various pretty things growing in my yard. Among them are many "first time" flowers. I sowed so many seeds last year for…
Continue reading ➞ Beginning of June Garden Update – Cut Flower Patch and Vegetable Garden
Planting potatoes is one of my favorite garden activities. The Ruth Stout method makes it super easy, as well!
So, technically, today was the day that I had planned to plant my lettuce. In fact, there's a rather large list of leafy green veggies that are cold tolerant and can be planted early in the spring - before the weather really has the chance to warm up too much. However, something tells me I'm…
Continue reading ➞ It’s Time to Plant Lettuce, Technically.
