The Perennial portion of the garden was cultivated. Fermize tilled and weeded and mulched.
The Red Cedars around here are considered fire hazards. They explode with giant flames as their resinous leaves and branches catch fire.
The summer solstice has passed and the ‘supermoon’ has shown itself and our summer crops are growing very well.
This winter we grafted Brandywine heirloom tomatoes with a root stock variety called Colossus.
Last night I noticed a few honey bees flying near our porch. I should have realized that
The onions have done OK. This 50 foot row yielded maybe 50 pounds.
During last evening’s garden walk I checked the garlic. The soft neck variety is ready to harvest.
I wonder if anything of value is accomplished without adversity? Have all the really easy jobs been taken?
This season is a mix of outright failure and some nice success. Our last frost was a month late. We’ve had several killing frosts throughout April.
Ah, in the face of real hardship south of here (Moore and Edmond tornado damage), the peas and potatoes are nearly ready for harvest.
People are hungry in Edmond, Oklahoma. It is our hope to provide a source of nutritious fresh food by serving local food banks.
The garden sits in the bottom of Chisholm Creek and shows great promise with great top soil and a nice flat 1/2 acre for cultivation.
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People are hungry in Edmond, Oklahoma. There were times as a child that I was hungry. People don't get enough fresh vegetables. It is my hope to provide a source of nutritious fresh food to my community of local food banks, kitchens, friends and family.
The garden sits in the bottom land of Chisholm Creek and has great top soil and a nice flat 1/2 acre for cultivation. We have added a water well, irrigation and electricity.
The setting is my favorite reason to garden here. The old elm tree shades a nice sitting area from which to view the garden and the rich nature that comes and goes in the bottom.
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Even in prosperous Edmond, food banks do a steady business serving the poor. Most efforts are operated by volunteers. They almost always need help. Please give cash or volunteer.
Great examples:
Regional Food Bank: where you can donate or volunteer.
Other Options, Inc. in OKC
Project66 Community Food Pantry in Edmond