Posts from the ‘My Garden’ Category
I planted sugar snap peas last year the day after Christmas. We had peas in the spring and loved them. The kids love to put them in their lunches for snacks. I would eat a few every time I would pick them. I planted them about 2 months ago and they are doing great! I […]
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Last year I grew broccoli and just got a few small heads. I planted it this year from plants I bought at walmart and they are doing great! It it so fun to see how fast things grow. I went out of town for Thanksgiving and had a friend water for me. The broccoli has […]
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I planted cucumber seeds about a month ago and they love the trellis and are growing great. I love watching them climb everyday! I have tons of bees buzzing in the blossoms so lots more to come! yeah!
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My garden is growing great. It has really been hot here in Texas. Highs in the 80’s and lows in the 60’s. I had a big surprise this fall after I planted. I had a ton of “mystery plants” come up that I didn’t plant seeds for. I watched them for a while and was […]
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I planted cucumber from some plant starts I bought at walmart. I always see what is there in the garden dept and rescue what plants I can! Often times they aren’t watered well and are just barely hanging on. These cucumbers are doing great. I love the little curly arms that have to try and […]
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I have tried to grow orange trees a few times in my backyard. I had them at the back by the fence where the water drained – I learned from a nice neighbor to build a box around the base so that the water drained well. Also – don’t plant the ball at the base […]
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I have never planted leeks before but I thought it would be a great thing to try this year. I love having fresh onions when it’s time to cook! I planted the leeks and onions from seeds and also bought some Egyptian walking onions from Sweet Organic Solutions in Pearland. Donna Faye has been a […]
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Last year I had a few heads of cabbage and they were delicious! I love cabbage and it is so fun to grow your own! I bought these plants at walmart and they were really struggling – almost dead from lack of care. I am excited to watch them grow!
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