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Sweet Corn Lessons

Posted on January 5, 2013 by Laura Rittenhouse

I’ve been experimenting with growing sweet corn based on the American Indian method of planting corn, climbing beans and squash together (the “Three Sisters“). I think it worked but I’ll tweak it a little next year. Problem 1: All the … Continue reading →

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STRESS

Posted on December 8, 2012 by Laura Rittenhouse

One of the reasons I got in to gardening was that it’s reportedly a relaxing activity. Things go at the pace Mother Nature sets and trying to rush that or slow it down to suit your own timeline is pointless … Continue reading →

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What did that?

Posted on October 27, 2012 by Laura Rittenhouse

Every morning I go out into my garden with a little bit of trepidation, worried about what I might find. It’s a rare day where there is no damage from some sort of critter. Most are easy to identify. This … Continue reading →

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Planting for Summer

Posted on October 1, 2012 by Laura Rittenhouse

The last couple of days have been spent preparing for some summer crops. With Frank’s new beds ready to go, I had the space I needed. Up went supports for the cucumbers and the cuke seeds went in the ground. … Continue reading →

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Parsley in a Tea Kettle

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Laura Rittenhouse

Deb did a kitchen clean out and she offered me some stuff she no longer uses, including this cute tea kettle. It’s too nice to waste but I need a kettle like I need more egg cups. Being currently obsessed … Continue reading →

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Organic Seed Collection

Posted on July 24, 2011 by Laura Rittenhouse

Yesterday I went to part 2 (of 2) of my Organic Gardening class. I didn’t actually learn a whole lot, but I found it interesting and inspiring nonetheless. Towards the end of the class we talked briefly about seed propagation … Continue reading →

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