well finally getting some plants into the ground. have done some tending to the soil. turning and digging a bit of new. space. approx. a month or more ago I planted some fish carcass and bones in my garden to nourish the soil. kinda stinky after a bit and had to watch the wee Fern dog as she was on the hunt for those smelly areas.
today we planted the main garden–3 types of heirlooms–mortgage lifters, caspian pinks (pre 1890) and black prince!! also 3 types of peppers, a yellow, purple and one I lost the tag for. oops. then caulifower and Brussels sprouts some watermelon and seeded some small areas with borage, fennel, spinach and a mesclun blend. put in a sweet smelling knock out(?) yellow rose that smells divine, some forget me not seeds, beans and a couple decorative planters.
re. the herbs. I’ve had returns with my sage ( a beautiful bush that I am deadheading to keep it from flowering), parsley, thyme and chives. just added 3 basils- regular, red robin ( purple ) and Siam Queen, Greek oregano and dill.
Steve is working two beehives. just got the swarms in about 4/26. so far so good. there are eggs and lots of pollen gathering during the warm hours of the day. he is just using a veil and no gloves- just keeping a mellow vibe. so far all is good – no stings except for the Fern dog who stepped on a bee. so sad but a baking powder poultice and some rescue remedy and she was as good as new.
so will keep you posted. the green energy is powerful.
peace and love to all
sage and thyme / volunteering from last planting
Steve watching his bees
guardian angel hosta from my friend Bill, 2nd year--- so lovely
working on my mantra--change is life
Kathy said,
May 22, 2010 @ 10:40 am
How are the bees doing? Need to stop over to see the garden!