A Long Answer to a Short Question on Fruit Trees in Sandy, MN
I got a question on our facebook page from John about planting fruit trees in the Anoka Sand Plain. My answer got too long so I am putting it here: John I... Read More
Update from Chris (not in the third person)
Well, it looks like I haven’t posted since June. I wouldn’t say I’ve been busy exactly. Just kinda forgot about this place. I am going start posting more often. Even so thanks... Read More
Plum and Apple Trees
We ordered a Nichols plum tree and Goldrush and Williams Pride apple trees from One Green World. They came in last week, but I forgot to call to get the lines marked... Read More
Asparagus and Goumi
I didn’t think the asparagus was going to come up, but all the rain recently must have done it some good. Its planted in the far corner my my garden plot next... Read More
The Dead of Winter
Sounds good to me: “I don’t have time to garden well. I garden anyway. Gardening is one of those activities like caring for children or learning about the past that rewards you... Read More
We have Broccoli!
I never thought I’d see it! We have about a dozen broccoli and cauliflowers forming. As you can see the leaves are getting eaten up. I’ve picked off a good number of... Read More
Tomatoes and Straw
Yesterday Jessi and I weeded around the tomatoes. The ground is quite dry and compacted. We added some compost on all the tomatoes and brassicas, but I am not too optimistic. A... Read More
Lower Your Expectations
There hasn’t been time to properly plan or prepare for our big garden. I am graduating from college this weekend and need to study more yet. The other day I found a... Read More