Lime

I dumped lime on the grass and in the garden today in preparation for a good rain tomorrow. Lime not only neutralizes the soil, but also gets rid of white clover in grass and helps prevent blossom end rot on peppers and tomatoes.

I use the pulverized lime this time of year, because it breaks down quickly and is absorbed by the soil and plants. I anticipate sometime in the next 10 days someone will till the garden and prep it for planting ...

Ambrosia Melons

A bit late, but we have germination! Can't wait for my ambrosia melons to ripen.

Prepping Your Garden For Spring

I'm going to add that you should get your soil tested to determine what nutrients it may need. For example, in my yard, we've had an above-average amount of water this winter so I know I'll need to add some lime - no - probably a lot of lime. I don't know what else. So, before I start planting, I need to send off some soil samples.

If it's still cold where you live and your nut and fruit trees haven't yet started to sprout leaves, it's not too late to give them a good bath of volck oil to temper the bugs and diseases you may encounter later this year.

What's in bloom? March 2010

Set out for gardening success, not failure

If gardening is new to you, I suggest you find a mentor. A great place to find one is at your local home and garden store. If you see someone gazing over the flowers, vegetables and shrubs, strike up a conversation. Ask some questions. Green Thumbs are typically more than happy to share their knowledge and help you along.

You certainly don't want your garden to wind up a disaster, as cited by some in this Wall Street Journal story!