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Tag: basil

Garden Growth–8th May, 2019

Keenly aware of our predicted 122 day growing season, we’re itching to get more into the ground.  At the same time, we’re trying to not repeat mistakes from last year which means more work being put into beds to make sure they are as hospitable as we can manage this year.  Another sunny day in which my partner was home early helped.  High at about mid 60s°F. Continue reading “Garden Growth–8th May, 2019” →

Status• Posted on May 8, 2019 by Lily
There are three basil plants in a rough row. The flowering one is the one lined up towards you from the corn.
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Basil and hummingbirds.

Posted on August 6, 2018 by Lily

One thing I love about my office is looking out the window when it’s light outside.  I see all manner of things going on, including what critters are hanging around what.

Yesterday, I again found myself leaning forward and peering through the window a bit perplexed as it seemed a hummingbird was drinking from my larger flowering basil. Continue reading “Basil and hummingbirds.” →

18th June Plantings and general Garden update

I further updated the 2018 Plantings list, adding some more details.

I planted more flower seeds today in pots indoors, as well as a few more fairytale pumpkin and pencil cob corn indoors just in case the ones that aren’t coming up yet were Acorn Bomber snacks. Continue reading “18th June Plantings and general Garden update” →

Status• Posted on June 18, 2018 by Lily

11 June Plantings update.

I updated the “planting soon” list & 2018 Plantings page.

Two of three black turtle beans have broken through, as have two of three scarlet runner beans.  No sign of life yet from the corn–still worried the Acorn Bombers got those.  I caught one sniffing around the strawberries today.  You bet I shooed it! Continue reading “11 June Plantings update.” →

Status• Posted on June 11, 2018 by Lily
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