Cold frames. They are the workhorse of my garden. Every year, they are pulled into service, both in the early spring and then again in the fall. They alone, allow us to extend our growing season from late February – November (and sometimes into December) which is pretty darn good for living in USDA hardiness […]
Structures
Garden Shed: A Place to Putter
Growing up on a farm, gardening was a way of life. Potatoes were planted on Good Friday, seeds were planted a few weeks later, and tomatoes seedlings went in the ground in mid-May. Mom took charge of the garden and all of us kids were her helpers, following behind carrying tools, dragging hoses, and holding […]