Where to even begin? Beats me, which probably says a lot about why I haven't posted in months. So lets just gloss over unpleasant things like moving in between snow storms, losing power repeatedly, having first bronchitis, then pneumonia, and discovering that the old place was infested with black mold on the walls after we moved out.
My new home includes the opportunity for most of my favorite things: gardening, fiber, a large yard for Riley, a barn for the dairy goats, and a new flock of chickens. The new place has a greenhouse and potting shed, so we've been starting seeds weekly for the last couple of weeks.
| I'll confess that I've had trouble for years getting my own seeds started. Too hot, too cold, not enough light... Well, not a problem anymore. These seeds are popping up, no problem. Many of them are already developing their first sets of true leaves. That's trombetta squash in the front, then lots and lots of sunflowers. I counted fourteen dozen sunflowers and six dozen zinnias, among other things. We want lots of cutting flowers in addition to our veggies and herbs. | |||||
Riley gives it all two paws up. (I was trying for all four paws up, but missed the moment!)
1 comment:
Lovely photos! I have about the same luck with seed-starting, and I think a small greenhouse will be needed by next spring. Give Riley a hug from me.
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