Category Archives: Garden

Adding Berries to Our Farm

Posted on March 14, 2016 by Jennifer

One of the things I really want to get established on our farm are a variety of berries, fruits and nuts.  We were able to transplant the currants here in November and it appears that most of them have survived … Continue reading →

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Building a Grape Trellis: Part I

Posted on March 7, 2016 by Jennifer

You may recall that we transplanted our grapes to our new farm back in November.  In anticipation of them growing, I have wanted to get started on building the arbor.  Friday the weather was fairly nice and it seemed like … Continue reading →

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Building Garden Boxes

Posted on February 3, 2016 by Jennifer

Do you get frustrated with a traditional row garden?  I know I sure do!!  It seems that we always hit a rainy period where the weeds grow, well like weeds. Then I can’t get in the garden to pull them … Continue reading →

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Starting Seeds Indoors

Posted on January 29, 2016 by Jennifer

Despite the snow and cold temperatures, the kids and I are already dreaming of spring.  We have been pouring over the seed catalog deciding what varieties (some new, some tried and true) we would like to plant this year.  Each … Continue reading →

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Sustainable Agriculture Resources

Posted on December 16, 2015 by Jennifer

Are you interested in sustainable agriculture?  Or maybe alternative ag markets.  Here are some resources that I have found helpful:

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