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    Gardening update

    April 11, 2013 - By 

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    Most of the seeds I started have come up.

    They have also survived Gracie. I put some tin foil up around the sides as some suggested that cats hate tin foil. Seems to have worked so far.

    I have 3 varieties of tomatoes, basil, thyme and parsley. My green onions have yet to sprout so I’m thinking  that I’ll have to try again with some other seed.

    I just love to look at the tiny little plants though, knowing the yummy goodness to come.

     

    Now if only Mother Nature would cooperate….20130411_1720 20130411_1719

    My gardens are a little full of snow right now from the latest storm.

    We had thunder and lightning with the snowfall this morning. Crazy Spring!! With more on the way.

    Don’t get me wrong, I am thankful for the snow. It provided much need moisture for the ground…I just wasn’t excited about the timing.

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    Seeds are started…must be Spring

    March 28, 2013 - By 

    seed cupsI got these started last week and now have a few bits of green coming up.  My biggest concern now is how am I going to keep the cat from grazing on my little sprouts!

    I’m thinking of wrapping the plant cart in some netting we have…if I can remember where I stashed it.

    Anyone have any tips for me on keeping the cat from grazing on my tender new veggie plants??

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    Green tomatoes aplenty

    September 23, 2012 - By 

    When I heard the overnight low forecast for last night, I decided to pick the rest of the tomatoes off my 12 plants. 
    Now I have a plethora of green babies that I’m hoping will ripen over time. 
    Any hints on helping them along??