Gardening for Earth Day!

Beginning phase of our garden

Happy Earth Day! What better way to connect with the Earth than to grow a garden full of flowers and edibles!

It starts as a seed that cultivates into a sprout and soon enough, it's food worthy. Learning different gardening techniques (raised beds vs. containers, herb spirals, etc.) and experimenting with all kinds of produce will allow for a harvest well into the fall. Growing your own food is a great skill to have! Don't just take my word for it.

Our Herb Spiral

                                                            Herb Spirals are another great way to create an appealing and functional growing space. The spiral, when done correctly, acts as a micro-climate for the herbs. The rock warms and dehumidifies the soil providing a wide diversity of growing conditions and productivity. Honestly, we just think it looks cool. Check out more information on herb spirals here.

Composting is something we've been doing at our house for awhile now. By burying our food scraps, we allow for the nutrients to be put back into the ground. Once the food decomposes, we are left with a nutrient rich soil that we can put in our garden. I must add that the worms in our compost pile absolutely love us! Learn more about composting here.

Snow Peas have sprouted!

   


    Here is what you'll find in our garden:
    - Chives
    - Basil
    - Oregano
    - Curry Leaf
    - Catnip
    - Broccoli
    - Peas
    - Tomatoes
    - Peppers
    - Onions
    - Carrots
    - Radishes
    - Squash

We love our garden and can't wait to share the food with family and friends! Check back for more updates and creative ideas!