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July Harvests

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Dave

All of a sudden, it seems the harvests have gone into full-blown summertime mode. We’ve been harvesting cherry and cluster tomatoes since late June, but this week we got our first Early Girls and Jaune Flamme’s. That’s a good sign … Continue reading →

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Eight Things To Do With Zucchini

Posted on July 8, 2011 by Dave

Some experts say that one zucchini plant is enough for a family of four people. I’m not sure I agree with that, but I will say that zucchini and other summer squashes are prolific producers and sometimes it can be … Continue reading →

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Vining

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Dave

A very rainy spring and summer here have made plants and weeds alike grow lush. We’ve had over 25 inches of rain since April 1st – with 2 inches already in July. The vining plants of summer are loving it … Continue reading →

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Working

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Dave

When I went out to do my morning chores today, I couldn’t help but notice that the bees were taking advantage of the sunny, calm flying weather. The Lemon Queen sunflowers from last year volunteered in the Wild Garden, and … Continue reading →

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June Salads and Herbs

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Dave

Our experiments with having more salad greens this summer are paying off so far. I’ve got beds around the greenhouse that get morning sun and afternoon shade, and I’ve planted some of them with heat tolerant lettuce and other greens. … Continue reading →

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Squashed

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Dave

I harvested the first summer squash on Saturday. Though it seems early, actually the first harvest came at pretty much the same time last year. From left to right in the photo below we have the straightneck yellow squash Enterprise, … Continue reading →

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Church Garden Update

Posted on May 20, 2011 by Dave

The Church Garden (aka Love Garden) got off to a rocky start in 2011, but lately things are looking up. Here’s what has happened so far this year. On April 7th, my wife and I planted potatoes at the garden … Continue reading →

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