Author Archives: itfarmer

All Volunteer Army

Posted on June 24, 2011 by itfarmer

I had started constructing a small area in which I hoped to get my Strawberry plants growing year after year. I may have made a mistake however when I choose the location for this berry patch. I broke ground where … Continue reading →

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New Beans and Colorful Chard

Posted on June 22, 2011 by itfarmer

I’m always trying new things in the garden, and I’ve been surprised and disappointed in the past. The pole bean above has surprised me already with it’s very cool looking leaves. They are more compact, and smoother then most bean … Continue reading →

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Roof Framing

Posted on June 21, 2011 by itfarmer

I’m still working on my shed, with the light at the end of the tunnel now in sight. I have the roof frame complete, and I’ll soon begin laying down sheets of plywood for the roof itself. I’ve borrowed some … Continue reading →

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Go Go Goji Berries !

Posted on June 21, 2011 by itfarmer

This past winter, I ordered some odd new plants for my long term gardening plan. These plants included Honey Berries, Goji Berries and a Paw Paw tree. I’ve already recieved and planted the Honey Berries, and a week or two … Continue reading →

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Puppy Patrol

Posted on June 16, 2011 by itfarmer

I’ve been contemplating the right time to have my first home grown salad, but I didn’t want to harvest the leaves before my lettuce and chard plants got a good start. They have been growing very well under the protective … Continue reading →

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My “Truck”

Posted on June 15, 2011 by itfarmer

I used to have a Chevy Cheyenne Truck, but it was very old and worn out. These days, I use my Chevy Cobalt to do all of my transporting. I’ve used this little car to haul landscape timbers, mulch, 2 … Continue reading →

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Everything and Cheese

Posted on June 14, 2011 by itfarmer

I tried something new with some Macaroni and Cheese the other day: I added Ground Beef, Onions, Carrots and Asparagus to the mix, then wrapped it all up in some Swiss Chard. It actually tasted pretty good, and I’m sure … Continue reading →

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Vacation Wrap-Up

Posted on June 13, 2011 by itfarmer

Last year when it came time to plant the potatoes, we dug a trench and placed the spuds in the ground. This year, I’ve made mounds about a foot tall, and planted the potatoes in a ditch along the ridge … Continue reading →

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The Good Life

Posted on June 7, 2011 by itfarmer

I’ve meant to post more content during my time off (I’m on vacation), but I’ve been so busy, that I haven’t found the time till just now. The last few days have certainly been interesting, with pop up storms, and … Continue reading →

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Direct Seeded Plants & Rock Garden Status

Posted on June 3, 2011 by itfarmer

On Tuesday I started planting Tomatoes, so by Thursday I decided it was time to switch gears to direct seeded plants. I started with some Lettuce, then Purple Kohlrabi, two flavors of Mesclun then I finished up with some Green … Continue reading →

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