Category: Plantings

Almost everything is in for this year’s garden. The raspberries are growing nicely, and we already have peas and greens ready to harvest. Lupines add color; as will the sunflowers later in the year. We has have onions, garlic, potatoes, and other welcome eatables. Along with the planting, the drip irrigation system is set up … Read More “Garden in spring” »

Planting season has begun, and the local deer will soon find the tender new plants. Our solution is to put up a seven-foot fence around the entire garden — an approximately 60 by 60 foot area. Finding the materials was surprisingly difficult on the Olympic Peninsula. Finally found what we needed at the Leitz Farm … Read More “Putting up a deer fence” »