Monthly Archives: February 2011

Swiss Chard, Bio-Char and Haste is Waste

Posted on February 28, 2011 by itfarmer

Even in the winter, I find my self walking around in the garden. I noticed the other day that my Swiss Chard is still alive,  so I started planning how I could help these plants grow even in the cold … Continue reading →

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Early Signs of Spring

Posted on February 18, 2011 by itfarmer

I caught this sight out of the corner of my eye while petting my niece’s puppy. These green sprouts are Daffodils which are beginning to grow a few weeks earlier then last year. I took a similar picture on March … Continue reading →

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Seeds – Rearin’ To Grow

Posted on February 14, 2011 by itfarmer

There it is, my supply of seeds as I head into the 2011 growing season. I’ve got all the essentials, including Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Beans, Zucchini, Winter Squash, and lot’s of things which are new to me such as Artichokes and … Continue reading →

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Trying Something New

Posted on February 8, 2011 by itfarmer

I made the mistake of watching “This Old House” on Saturday morning, and I soon found myself with my tools in my hand ready to build a new cabinet in my bathroom. I started by surveying what wood I had … Continue reading →

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Winter Plans

Posted on February 4, 2011 by itfarmer

I have been watching Mother Nature more so then usual now that I have a new project in mind. I’m thinking about building a root cellar to store produce without refrigeration. In order for the project to be a success, … Continue reading →

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