digging up my backyard, one vegetable at a time
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Peppers are another one of those plants that can be a booger to start from seed. Once you master it, though, it’s like the gardener’s version of creating fire {picture that scene when Tom Hanks finally gets a fire going on Castaway}. The key, I think, is to make sure that they stay nice and Read More >>
Yesterday I planted some Windsor Fava Beans. Fava beans are not only fun to say, they are pretty tasty to eat. And easy to grow. I like to plant a little Swiss chard and kale plants near my fava for aesthetic reasons. Fava bean plants can get as high as 4 feet tall, so I think the Read More >>
Even though I am not a huge fan of kale, I went ahead and planted a batch of seeds. I figured, The Girl will definitely use it in her smoothies when she comes home, and, if I can talk the HH into letting me raise some baby chicks for a friend, then I’ll have some Read More >>
Sprouts are one of those easy to grow, ready in days {like about 5 days}, year round sort of crops. You can toss them onto sandwiches {“Hello egg salad sandwich, you look lonely. Have some sprouts.”}, into stir fry, or just toss them onto a salad for extra oomph. Over the years, I have grown Read More >>
Believe it or not, if you plan to grow artichokes from seed this year, it’s time to get them started. They are super slow growers, and need about a 12 week head start before they make their way outside. I have always grown artichokes for the HH, because I am cool and accommodating like that, Read More >>
