Garden Prep

At least the weeds are pretty!

It is almost time for planting!  So excited to be growing vegetables again.  Last winter wasn't too cold and my spinach and kale survived until spring, but this year has been much colder and my garden has been empty for quite some time.  My trellis system for the tomatoes last summer was a dismal failure, so this year I am trying something new.  

Bought four fence pieces and made two pairs with hinges at the top.  Put one set on each end of the garden and strung twine at 3" intervals across.  I am still debating if I should weave in cross pieces to make a grid.  Nothing is planted yet, so I still have time to decide.

Garden bed ready for planting!

All of the vining plants will grow up both sides of the A-frame.  It will save space and keep the vegetables clean and, hopefully, less likely to rot.  I will be growing tomatoes, snap peas, and cucumbers.  Underneath the A-frame I am planning to plant basil and spinach.  Hopefully the vines will keep those plants cool and give me a bit more growing time before they bolt.

Trash can compost bin. You know you want one!

This was my Valentine's Day present. I think most women would ask for flowers or jewelry, but I asked for a trash can.  But not just any trash can; I asked for a trash can with holes drilled into it that I could turn into a compost bin.  My previous compost pile that I started over a year ago never did anything, so I needed to try something a little more practical.  I found photos of trash can compost bins on Pinterest, and thought it was a much cheaper alternative than the fancy compost bins.  Everything seems to be breaking down nicely, and it is a bit fun to roll this around my yard every other day.  My neighbors seem to be very intrigued by my garden, and I can't imagine what they're thinking when they look out the window and see the crazy lady next door rolling around a trash bin while wearing her pjs.  I'll just chalk it up to my eccentricity.   

Snowy white flowers everywhere!

This beautiful tree is in my front yard.  I have no idea what kind it is, but they are all over my neighborhood.  I tried to photograph a new shawl I made hanging off the branches, but I just couldn't get the right angle.  But I did notice a birdhouse way up near the top.  

Any birdies at home?

I hope the birdies are enjoying the flowers as much as I am.  

On another note, I'll be spending the next several days away from the computer.  My husband and I have various appointments at the hospital, so if you send me an email I promise I'll answer, it might just be a couple days.

Until next time, enjoy the spring flowers!

Spring has sprung!