Sunday, November 20, 2011

After The Rain!

Time to check in with the growth.  It is the 20th of November and just over a month since seeding my my winter vegetable garden.

The last few weeks have been rainy.  At first I thought this was great because it meant I did not have to water as much but instead I would face a different task.  Making a garden from one's own backyard soil means dealing with an drove of weeds all hatching from their little well wetted seed encasings after a series of heavy rains.  There are soooo many!  

As it turns out - weeding is very relaxing when they are baby sprouts and the soil is moist.  Plus I enjoy being outside in the fresh air.

There is a whole little echo system down there in the dirt.  So much activity!  I noticed a few little bug bites on the broccoli as well.  Luckily - I prepared for this moment.

It's time to bring out the Garlic Fire Spray - my natural solution to pest control.

Below are pictures of the veggies from earlier this week - including Brussels Sprouts who joined the party last.


Elephant Garlic

Broccoli 

Beets

Brussels Sprouts

Carrots 

The whole happy family! :)

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