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A Time to Sow

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Laura Rittenhouse

Today I was back in the garden sowing seeds. The bulk of the clean-up is done and I want to get food back in the ground. In the bed on the left I sowed a row of Brussels sprouts, a … Continue reading →

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Winter Salad

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Laura Rittenhouse

I don’t normally think of winter as a good time for fresh salads, probably because I grew up in a cold-ish climate (Seattle). But looking at my garden, I have to conclude that this is THE time for eating garden … Continue reading →

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Autumn Planting on a Full Moon

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Laura Rittenhouse

Today is a Full Moon in Scorpio which means fertile planting, especially for root crops. It’s also a good time to take cuttings. Not perfect for flowers (a waxing moon would be better) but you can’t have everything! Rhubarb After noting … Continue reading →

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Nasturtiums

Posted on November 19, 2010 by Laura Rittenhouse

These nasturtiums found their way into my back yard. I thought I’d killed the poor things when I rather ruthlessly yanked wandering jew from around them and pulled up some of the seedlings, but now they thrive. They’re in full … Continue reading →

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