Category Archives: U to Z

Winter perspective

Posted on February 18, 2011 by lifegrower

 “In the depths of winter I finally learned that within me lay an invincible summer.”                     — Albert Camus

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Tastiest vegetable varieties

Posted on February 17, 2011 by lifegrower

We’re all different, and our tastes vary wildly (thank God), but for what it’s worth, here’s a list of my all-time favorite vegetables, based not only what I like but what sells best at the farmstand and farmers’ market. I … Continue reading →

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5 Veggies to start with

Posted on February 14, 2011 by lifegrower

There was a time when I didn’t garden, but then I turned nine and my parents gave me some seed packets, so I’ve been growing ever since. Maybe it’s the miracle of holding a tomato seed and knowing you can … Continue reading →

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Worm tea

Posted on February 13, 2011 by lifegrower

Worm castings have long been known to be a highly fertile component of garden soil. Compared to average soil, worm poop is said to contain 5 times more nitrogen (for green leaves), 7 times more phosphorous (root development), and 11 … Continue reading →

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The puddle

Posted on February 6, 2011 by lifegrower

The term is “water garden” these days because that term is easier to sell, but they amount to deep puddles. And nothing adds as much to a garden than a deep pool of water. It is magical. Ours cost $140. … Continue reading →

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Hello world!

Posted on January 14, 2011 by lifegrower

Welcome to WordPress.com. This is your first post. Edit or delete it and start blogging!

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