Posted in container gardening, raised bed gardening, gardening tips on Jul 2nd, 2008 No Comments »
This summer our weather is wet and the nights are too cool. Summers like this wreck havoc on crops. Plants can get wet feet (too much water near the roots), which stunts the plants growth and production or even kills them. I am seeing a few signs of too much water, one which is […]
Posted in vegetables, container gardening, raised bed gardening, organic gardening, gardening tips on Jun 20th, 2008 1 Comment »
Fencing can add peace of mind to the gardener if he lives in an area where small animals thrive and enjoy those moonlight meals of lettuce, cabbage and carrots. I have fenced my gardens but there are times fencing is not an option.
Here are a few tips that will help keep animals out of the […]
Posted in raised bed gardening, gardening tips on Jun 18th, 2008 No Comments »
It’s been a strange growing season here in NW Pa. and from the looks of it, it may continue. I have adopted the philosophy to be prepared. I am still using the mini greenhouse for certain crops and may continue to do so this summer. My row covers are in place and may stay there […]