garlic · lettuce

Mid-Spring Update

The arugula  has come and gone, bolting in its relentless pursuit of reproducing. And so we have settled into mid-spring. The early season crops are large and healthy; peas should be ready to harvest for next weekend. Mid season crops are gradually spreading and blooming; we may have some new potatoes soon, and the squash… Continue reading Mid-Spring Update

lettuce · market

A Great Day for Ducks

My parents used to always say this when we were growing up – I have no idea if other people’s folks said this or not. So this could be a common phrase or completely unheard of, but it has always made me chuckle. A humorous little reminder that a rainy day was not bad news… Continue reading A Great Day for Ducks

ginger · lettuce · market

Market Day: Cold but Happy

Our second market day of the season was blustery cold under a cloudy sky – and full of smiling people excited for fresh, local food and flowers. Granted, at least one of them parted ways with us saying “I’m so sorry you have to stay standing here…I’m going home and lighting a fire!” We eventually… Continue reading Market Day: Cold but Happy

greenhouse · lettuce

New Greenhouse is a Go

Spring is near! And we are ready with a new greenhouse! Here are some pictures of the plastic going on: I was on quality control, so I made sure to note that the plastic was going on correctly: The ribs of the house look really cool: And the finished product! Dan rigged up these roll-up… Continue reading New Greenhouse is a Go