April 7, 2012

garden plot update

2012.04_early spring garden

I've been negligent about posting about our garden plot this spring. Here it is as of today. In mid March we double-dug and added 3 bags of compost/manure plus worm castings. At that time, there were some survivors from fall plantings of arugula and lettuce, including enough arugula for one delicious arugula wrap.

2012.04_arugula survivors

We switched from a path to two stone spots, which I think will give us more maneuverability while taking up less space.

Here is our master plan:

2012.04_garden plan

Note the coordinate system... A3... you sunk my radicchio!

So far we have planted: arugula, radicchio, dill, lettuce, leeks, beets, radishes, carrots, red onion, kohlrabi, chard, kale, echinacea, chamomile, spinach, and parsley.

And are enjoying our perennials, some of which were gifted to us last fall: hyssop, chocolate mint, echinacea, thyme, oregano, sage, chives.

The exploding chives bring joy to the early spring—their strength is admirable.

2 comments:

  1. Wow, this is elaborate! And such variety! Are you also planning to subscribe to a CSA?

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    1. Yes, we will be doing a CSA.

      Our goal this year is to add more variety!

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