We didn’t have any potatoes left in the pantry so I headed out the garden to pull up the remaining potato towers this morning. The last potato tower I pulled up sort of bombed, so I was hoping for a much better yield this time. I started to get a little excited when I saw a couple of Read More >>
How to Grow Your Own Food – Weigh In Wednesday
This year my goal is to grow 2,000 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables. I think I can do it. With 16 raised garden beds, a greenhouse, a raspberry patch and a few more planting beds sprinkled throughout our property, I believe growing 2,000 pounds of food is an attainable goal. Even if I do Read More >>
Mavis Garden Blog – Vegetable Container Gardening
I thought I would share a few pictures of the vegetables we have growing in containers on our back deck. If you are limited on garden space, live in an apartment or condo but still want to grow a little produce, vegetable container gardening is the way to go. It’s quick, easy and tidy {my Read More >>
How To Grow Your Own Food – Mavis’ Vegetable Garden Tour
I am in love with my garden right now. There are so many different vegetables beginning to ripen, it’s intoxicating. So many tomatoes on the horizon, so many gorgeous pumpkins on the vine. It makes mornings like this, a sure joy to walk out the back door and snap a few pictures to record this summers bounty. Read More >>
How to Grow Food in a Greenhouse – Tomatoes, Peppers, Strawberries, Basil + More
Last night as I was watering in the greenhouse I noticed something rather peculiar. The tomatoes are almost through the roof. Holy Crack! Because I am a newbie greenhouse gardener, this is something I never anticipated. Now what? Do I just cut the top off the tomato plant to prevent more growth? Do I remove Read More >>