With the first day of Spring 2010 came over 5 inches of snow and ice. While the moisture will be great for the pasture and get the creek running, it may ruin the crop of cress which grows there abundantly this time of year. The weather also provides a reminder that we must not be tempted to plant in the garden too early. Mother nature loves to tempt us to get out in the garden only to be surprised with a late freeze. As a result, our little seedlings - tomatoes, cabbage, broccoli, spinach, cauliflower, basil, oregano, and some salvia are resting safely on heated mats under grow lights in Jerry's workshop. Potatoes, onions, and snow peas followed closely by cabbage, cauliflower, and broccoli will go in the ground within the next week or two.
Our first shipment of locally grown native plants and another package of tree seedlings should arrive later this week. That will be the official launch of our native plant nursery. Check back again for updates on the native plants. I have a lot to learn about them and will be sharing that information.
Shine Hollow Ranch Great Plains Gambrel Barn
Our 2007 Post & Beam Barn
No comments:
Post a Comment