A Graphic Demonstration of a Microclimate Bed
We didn’t call it “the microclimate bed” when we planted it, because we just wanted some pretty flowers. Lately, though, we’ve begun realizing its unique advantage.
Monthly Archives: November 2010
The Closest Thing We Have To a Root Cellar
We have big plans for a proper root cellar. We know we could harvest all manner of delicious food in the summer and tuck it away in a proper root cellar for use weeks – or months – later when food choices become more constrained.
The Storm Arrives: No More Mr. Nice Guy
It is the peculiar rhythm of the Farmers Borden that our big food preparation for Thanksgiving happens the Friday after Thanksgiving, not Turkey Day itself. That’s why I was outside preparing to smoke a turkey at 5:15 this morning.
Podcast #58 – Giving Thanks
We fully expect to pause at this time every year and express our gratitude for all our blessings. We thank our Lord for our farm, for the deer fence, for our good health, for our family and friends, for technology that allows to stay connected with people and make new […]
Who Knew Brussels Sprouts Were So Cute?
Never cared much for brussels sprouts as a kid, which puts me in good company with most kids in the US, probably in the world. As an adult, however, I have embraced them as a nutritious delicacy.
Grieving as Master Gardener Classes End
It’s hard for us to believe, but we’re about to finish the classes that form the heart of our Master Gardener training. We’re not ready for them to end. Not ready at all!
Armadillo Trouble 4
The first sign was holes in the hay we keep between rows on Veg Hill. Dozens of them, about 3 1/2 to 4 inches in diameter, stopping at the cardboard below the hay.
Podcast #57 – Unwrapping the Fall Veg
We’ve been watching through the row cover, but now the insects are less of a problem, so we pulled the row cover on Sunday. Our fall veg looks great!
A Few More Sweet Potatoes 1
Friday night the forecast called for a possible frost, so we decided to pull the sweet potatoes. We ended up with much more than we did last year, but we’re still disappointed.
Podcast #56 – What a Difference One Night Makes!
All it took was one night of 31 degree temperatures to lay waste to most of our summer veg.