Right now, on social media, you will see a lot of image posts like this: Or: And I will tell you this much: Be really wary of these images. For one, raised beds are not magical. They still freeze solid in winter. And yes, January is the dead of winter. Even my Kale is barely… Continue reading When To Plant Seeds In Grow Zone 7a
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Garden Experiment: Growing Saffron
In August, I saw an email from Baker Creek Seeds for Saffron Crocus, and I finally gave in and ordered them. For a couple of years, I had seen ads on social media for the bulbs, but I always wondered whether they'd actually grow in western Washington, and passed them by. But with us in… Continue reading Garden Experiment: Growing Saffron
Growing Dwarf Varieties Is The Solid Choice For Fall
Having a fall garden is one of the best parts of gardening: You extend the season far past what most gardeners do. You continue to bring in fresh produce. While it is too late for most areas to start a fall garden, tuck this away for next year. It is also suitable for the earliest… Continue reading Growing Dwarf Varieties Is The Solid Choice For Fall
Planting Garlic in Grow Zone 7a
As we enter fall, it is time to plant garlic (and shallots) before winter arrives. Back in Western Washington, in grow zone 8b, I could often plant into early December - I just had to pay attention to any Canadian freezes that were forecasted. Those came late, though. It was definitely easier gardening for the… Continue reading Planting Garlic in Grow Zone 7a
Fall Planting Schedule For Grow Zone 7a
Fall showed up this week on the calendar in the Eastern Panhandle, but not in the weather. We did get rain, which is essential, after a long, dry August and most of September. It'll be a while till sweater season. The nighttime temps are still warm, which has encouraged my fall crops that I planted… Continue reading Fall Planting Schedule For Grow Zone 7a