Anticipation

Around here, if you want to eat fresh deliciousness from the backyard in the winter, NOW is the time to act. It takes a little work to fill out the future menu. The failing summer crops and associated detritus must be cleared away. The exciting decisions around what to plant must be made. Seeds and starts must be purchased, then situated in the ground.

Mother Nature has cooperated very nicely this past week. Temperatures have been pleasant, making it easy to spend time in the garden. Although I'm sad the end of the summer garden is upon us, it's so very satisfying to watch the hope of the next season take shape.

The seeds are sown. The starts are settled. Let the growing begin!

Starts*
planted September 21

• Collards - Vates, Georgia, Morris Heading
• Broccoli
• Pak Choi
• Kohlrabi
• Fennel
• Parsley - Italian Flat Leaf, Curled

Seeds*
planted September 22

• Tat Soi Asian Green
• Kale - Red Russian, Dwarf Blue Curled Scotch, Lacinato
• Spinach - Noble Giant, Hybrid
• Mustard Spinach - Tendergreen Salad
• Mustard - Southern Giant Curled
• Arugula
• Lettuce - Black Seeded Simpson, Buttercrunch, Romaine

* purchased from our local feed and seed store: Country Farm and Home