Daily Archives: May 3, 2010
Planting: Cool Weather Vegetables.
http://www.durgan.org/URL/?RZMDI 3 May 2010 Spanish onions, Brussels Sprouts,Broccoli, Romain lettuce, Parsley, Cabbage. These cool weather crops were purchased from a local supplier and were planted in the garden. I was away so did not have the opportunity of starting in … Continue reading
Garlic Growth
http://www.durgan.org/URL/?QBBMV 1 May 2010 Garlic (Allium sativum, Hard neck) This garlic was planted on the 9 October 2009. The wood mulch was about two to three inches deep, and the plants emerged with no difficulty. The growth is exceptional and … Continue reading
Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris)
http://www.durgan.org/URL/?SQBJY 2 May 2010 Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris) This common Spring wildflower was dug from a marshy area and planted in a wet area in my garden about five years ago. The flowers are very bright, intense yellow. The plant … Continue reading
Radish (Sparkler White Tip)
http://www.durgan.org/URL/?LYPQY 2 May 2010 Planting Radish Sparkler White Tip. The usual method of planting on roll paper was utilized. Procedure is to lay a row of commercial toilet paper along the row. If it is windy, which is usual the, … Continue reading