I have never considered trying to grow my own artichokes since they seemed like something that was a little more exotic and probably hard to grow. This weekend I visited Artondale Farm (http://artondalefarm.blogspot.com/) and found some for sale and some information that they grow well in my climate. So with that, we are giving it..
Read moreGarlic Success
Much to my surprise my garlic survived. I planted it in this area last fall before we decided to clear the area for raised beds. After the area was cleared and gravel bed installed we were surprised to see the garlic shoots arrive. Nature finds a way!
Read moreTrellis for the Tomatoes
This year we decided to try trellising the tomatoes after doing some research and finding that the tomato cages at the big box store don't do the job. Much cheaper to buy cattle panels at the local farm store and make your own.
Read moreComfrey Returns
The Comfrey has returned this spring as I had hoped it would. Last year was the first year for it and I had hopes that it would over winter and show itself again this spring. I have several buckets of comfrey tea to use as fertilizer on the garden after using the leaves from last..
Read morePeppers Are Planted!
The selections so far this season are: Jalapeno Serrano Red Bell Pepper Cayenne
Read moreTomatoes!!!
Can't wait to try some of the varieties from Wild Boar Farms this year.
Read moreExcited for Spring
This winter was an interesting one with a lot more snow than normal. Needless to say I am ready for all of the spring blooms that are starting to come out to shake off the dreary winter in the PNW.
Read moreNew Garden Area Takes Shape
We have carved out a new area with southern exposure for a full sun area for the tomatoes, peppers, etc. Stay tuned as this area takes shape.
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