With a fresh year in front of us, I thought we could take some time today to review a strategy for planning your spring garden. We will also talk about three minor changes you can make this week to set yourself up for a great year. It’s a great time to tap into your perception of a fresh start to change just one thing. We often underestimate the power of how a few small changes can have a long term impact for the better for us, our families and those around us.
What mother nature is providing
Water and snow (Duck Story) Oyster Mushrooms - frozen solid Stinging Nettle Carrots!Tales from the Prepper Pantry
The weekly squash - week 3: Sauteed Spaghetti SquashStories from the Holler
The greenhouse roof - GRRR Spectacular Walks - but wear orangeThree changes you can make for a great year
Decide the 1 thing you want to do best this year Set a weekly time to reflect on your progress and set a small, attainable forward step Remember the small things are the most important.Lessons learned from Toby Hemenway
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This week: P 21-35
The Problem is the solution
What battles are you fighting? How can you change your approach to tap into Nature’s natural progression?The three ecological principles
The niche, the succession, biodiversity
Succession
Pioneer plants Perennial plants Young forest Old forestWhat will I do here?
Abandon tilling (already done here) Mulch Plant communitiesNext week: P 36-67
Garden Planning Strategy - Go big, then back off
Find all the things you want - then take time to get real. Shared buying advantages for seeds Bed preparations - for real man Sharpen, polish and otherwise assess your gardening toolsMake it a great week!