So after a fun few weeks it's good to get back into the rhythm of more than basic garden care and into fixing up the garden for the wintry future. The Herb corner is doing well. This reminds me, I have to update my layout page. Time to dust off the colored pencils. The moss … Continue reading Captain’s log: September 12th 2018
This morning dad tripped while escorting our dog on her rounds and the two hatch peppers broke his fall. I'm glad he landed on the peppers honestly, because if he hadn't it could have been much worse. Our dog is one of those dogs who continuously gets underfoot. In a small or medium dog the … Continue reading RIP Hatch Pepper
There definitely have been less aphids- and a lot of that is diligent killing and spraying, but nature is certainly giving me a helping hand. What's so nice is that all the ladybugs look different. Some are redder- some are more orange, Some have a few spots- some have many. I love each and everyone … Continue reading Ladybugs on patrol
So dad was taking out the dog for her late morning walk, and I hear some commotion outside. Turns out one of local voles decided to come out for a visit. They are generally crepuscular/nocturnal, so this was a huge surprise. Voles are pretty harmless unless you grow directly in the ground- and even then … Continue reading Veronica sighting
Well the sun came out! Blue skies and 72 degrees. At least the bench is getting dried out. The bees and butterflies were out in full force. Not so thrilled with the later, as their caterpillars like to leave holes in my plants. This beauty is a green sweat bee, native to California. Something in … Continue reading Captain’s log: August 16th 2018
The Neanderthal Gardens 