Two Dogs and a Book

My plants are growing as expected, but because of the sun angle, they are started to lean and twist. To help them stay straight, I used skewers. I looked out my window yesterday and spotted something near where my garden will grow this summer. I think he was doing a reconnaissance survey to see if he will be able to get to my vegetables this summer.  Good luck bunny!

My garden is growing well and it is now time to transplant the pods into larger pots.  I know it is time because the roots are coming through the pods. I use mostly Jiffy pots because I can transplant, plants and pots together in the garden in the Spring. I buy rich black dirt as it it full of nutrients for the plants. I fill up the pots to about half way. I press the dirt in the centre and add a single pot. I am very careful not to damage the plant during this process. I fill the pot with more dirt and press to make sure the pod is well surrounded. I put all the pots into a tray to gather the extra water when watering the plants and for ease of transportation. I keep all the plants in a well lite area. Darren got me plastic shelf which fits perfectly all my trays. More growth is expected and I will need to make sure that the plants are watered regularly. Stay tuned for more! Happy gardening!

The garden is growing well. I have to make sure the earth pellets are moist, but not over water. The clear covers have been removed now that all the seeds have sprouted. Some of the herbs already emit some scents. This is an exciting time. Basil Chives Kale Red Bell Peppers Sage The part I really do not like about gardening is when I need to select the strongest seedling out of many in one earth pellet. I really do not like to kill plants. :( But it is what it is! Only one tomato plant per pellet can remain. This step can only be done once the first true leaves appear. Tomatoes with first true leaves :(

This will be the second year I make a vegetable garden in my backyard. Last year, Darren built this awesome fenced garden which is the best protection against all the wild rabbits we have in our neighbourhood. It is a small area and I have to utilize the space the best I can to get as many vegetables as possible. This year, I am planning to grow the following vegetables: Roma Tomatoes Cherry Tomatoes Red Bell Peppers Mild Jalapeno Hot Peppers Orange and Purple Carrots Green Onions Radishes Kale Lettuce Cucumbers Asparagus To make sure that I will be able to enjoy the fruits of my labour early, I started some of the plants using Jiffy Greenhouses. Everything is growing well so far. I am adding something new to the garden. I purchased some hanging baskets to hang on the sides of the garden where I will be planting some herbs. I love cooking with fresh herbs. I will be growing the following herbs: Sage Thyme Basil Parsley Dill Cil...

My mom showed me how to knit when I was 5 or 6 years old. I am very grateful that she did. It is such a relaxing hobby and the results can be pretty awesome. I knitted these boot socks and matching headband for my daughter's Hunter boots. The pattern was a bit complicated and needed some paying attention. I am glad I chose it, Gabby loved them and now she wants to knit something herself. It is always nice to know that you can still inspire your child even when she is an adult! :)