Monday, March 16, 2009

Let the gardening begin!

OK, I couldn't wait any longer!
Last week, I went over to Jaemor Farms http://www.jamsjellies.com/ and there was a nice selection of Strawberry Pots (which I have always wanted) and also some very healthy looking strawberry plants. So, of course, I decided it was time to start the deck garden! One advantage of a deck garden is that if there is an unexpected late cold snap it is easy to protect your plants.


I like to use a potting mix that has nutrients and is also a "moisture control" type as it can get dry when it warms up here, especially since we tend to go for long stretches without any rain. It seems to me like I probably should go back and pick up a couple more "strawberry pots" because I think they would be perfect for some herbs right outside the kitchen door.


6 comments:

  1. Look forward to seeing the fruits of your labors!!!

    Suzanne

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  2. Yum, love strawberries! Good luck with your deck garden.

    Cathy

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  3. Here in South Mississippi we are already potting up! I love my greenhouse everything is on kryptonite in there!

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  4. I'm sorry to say I'll have to wait a few more weeks...maybe a month to start my deck garden. I'm hoping to do herbs and potted tomatoes. Along the side of the house I'll do more, but I haven't decided what yet. Strawberries sound great right now! :)

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  5. Too cool! Don't think it's warm enough to garden here yet, but if funds will allow, I'd like to garden some this year. Love your strawberry pots! :)

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  6. I am itching to start too. Love your strawberry pot, I have always wanted to try one myself!

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