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| lovelady |
Posted - Aug 02 2009 : 04:35:54 AM
Yesterday while I was out weeding my garden, I was making plans for all the changes I want to make next year. More of this, less of that, things that worked well, etc. I even broke out the catalogs last night and started making lists.
I guess I am always kind of thinking about changes I want to make, but yesterday it was just really on my mind. I was trying to tell myself to just focus on this garden and all the work left to do in it, but I still kept dreaming of next year.
So what about you, are you always planning for next year, or do you just focus on the garden at hand?? |
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| Lanna |
Posted - Aug 31 2009 : 6:22:47 PM
Yup. I'm going to have a newborn, so I need to get as much done and preplanted/wintersown this fall as I possibly can. Plus I need to figure out where to put the garlic as that goes in in 6 weeks (crud, that soon already?!?)
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Lanna, mama to three little monkeys and growing a new little sprout |
| Pamela Joy |
Posted - Aug 31 2009 : 08:35:02 AM
Always planning and thinking of next year.
I had been seriously considering scaling way back for next year's garden. I was going to put a thick layer of compost on all the beds this fall, then only plant about 1/2 of the beds (they are mostly raised beds) next year, to give me and the other beds a break. But now I am rethinking that. I will probably plant almost as big as this year, but just leave a few things out - like tomatoes. They are way too high maintenance and I think I will let someone else do the work and buy my tomatoes (or trade) with friends who grow.
We'll see what I actually end up doing. But that sounds good for now.
Peace, Love, and Joy |
| Annab |
Posted - Aug 29 2009 : 03:39:16 AM
Oh, you bet!
Al the summer stuff was plowed under the other day. So sad 
Next year we'll plant waay more peppers and perhaps try to stay on top of the weed situation a little better.
We'll probably include more zucchini and salad type cukes. |
| paradiseplantation |
Posted - Aug 25 2009 : 06:24:05 AM
Mercy. I'm always in a perpetual state of planning for 'next year'. I did a five-year plan for our farm, and although it's good, I still find myself adjusting, tweaking, adding or deleting from in constantly! With each step of progress I make on the farm, I can see better how the next step needs to go. Then, Of course with my vegetables, I'm in the process of building a huge raised bed garden, so each year I get to add a couple more boxes, and planning then is a must. Actually, I plan so much I have to stop myself, check my current plans list, get a few projects done, and THEN add a couple more plans!!!!! Yeah. I admit it. I'm hopeless!
from the hearts of paradise... |
| Alee |
Posted - Aug 15 2009 : 2:05:35 PM
Yes! Just this morning I was looking at my garden trying to decide if I want to try for a massive crop of fall radishes and other quick growing veggies. The I also pondered renting a big rototiller and working in some good horse manure. I am also planning on doing some lasagna gardening techniques this winter to build up some better soil.
This winter once the snow starts flying I am going to get out some grid paper and map out a new garden, complete with appropriate spacing between plants and watering diagrams. Then I am going to paste it up on the wall over my desk as inspiration!
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| Bonnie Ellis |
Posted - Aug 15 2009 : 1:32:11 PM
I love it when I hear all about your fall and winter gardens. In Minnesota,when winter finally comes. There is snow on everthing and it can be down to 40 below zero. Not much to do but look at the beautiful winter landscape and snuggle down with those seed catalogues that come in January.
We visited the Seed Savers Exchange in Decora, Iowa last year. It's a great place. I got some Amish tomatoes that were fantastic. Also planted Cherokee corn who seeds were passed down for generations by an old Cherokee man.
The weather in Minnesota can change quickly from 100 to 50. But we grow great corn, beans, soybeans, and most everthing else that isn't tropical.
Thanks for asking the question of what we plant.
Bonnie Ellis
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| kristin sherrill |
Posted - Aug 13 2009 : 06:05:45 AM
Well. I have decided that next year, due to all the people at the market that ask for it constantly. theat I am growing mostly corn and green beans. And most of the older people want the Hickory King and Silver Queen. So that's what I am going to do. I will plant several rows then every 2 weeks plant some more til the field is full. I can make more money in just a few minutes at the market selling corn then being there for hours with other theings. That's how fast corn sells.
And next year I will have to can more for us. I canned enuf ,last year for 2 years. So I'll have to grow more for us. I have been gathering heirloom seeds from alot of the older folks at the market. I got come corn field beans last week to dry. This week I got some silver field peas from one guy and some old knuckle crowder peas from another guy that's been around over a hundred years, Not the guy, but the peas! And if I can save some of the Coyote Prolific yellow cherry tomato seeds before I eat the all, I'll have them, too. But they are so good I'm afraid I'll get carried away and eat them all. So I have a good start.
Also I would like to invest in the newer soaker hoses and black weed plastic that so many farms are using now. I need to get these weeds under control before they just take over here.
Sue, you sound like you are going to have a great time with your new venture. I can't wait to hear more about all you are planning. Sounds like fun.
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
| Lynner |
Posted - Aug 13 2009 : 05:22:38 AM
Oh yes, definitely. Always looking to add, and make a better way. My husband has been studying the no weed garden, and this is our plan for next Spring. As for now, we are harvesting and planting for Fall gardens in our hoop houses. This will carry us through the winter Farmers Market, along with our sourdough bread. How wonderful, greens in the dead of winter. Whoo Hoo.
Sheri
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| KayB |
Posted - Aug 10 2009 : 3:53:24 PM
Well, I'm trying. I've never done this before, but there's a first time for everything. I put a mess of perennials in my "flower bed" (I've been told it's not a garden without vegetables) and hope to choke out the weeds and nut grass. The lady we bought the house from keeps telling me to put that black "weed guard" down and I keep saying "no" because I've planted bulbs and I have no idea where they are. We are going to install some guttering on the front of the house and once that happens, I have over 20 bags of mulch that I'm putting out. When we get the veggie garden going, I have a friend who has bales of hay that I plan on getting from her and using that on the veggies. Since I've never canned before, this will be quite an experience.
I'm hoping to learn to can without the pressure cooker, 'cause I'm somewhat afraid of those, so if anyone has any sugggestions, please send them this way.
Thanks.
KayB
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| Bellepepper |
Posted - Aug 07 2009 : 11:56:48 AM
We are in all stages of gardening right now. My tomatoes are comming on strong, harvested greenbeans this a.m., lots of squash. Planted potaotes, (not up yet) turnips, radishes, green onions. Have ordered garlic for fall delivery and yesterday ordered more raspberry plants for winter delivery.
Every year I keep saying I am going to cut back. Not happening. Not getting bigger, just doing some other stuff with the area, like a berry patch.
Belle |
| knitnpickinatune |
Posted - Aug 07 2009 : 09:10:36 AM
The backyard is a disaster here,and I've been weeding & clipping along with my Dad when the temps are cool. (I moved back home some years back)
We'd like to get some containers going for veggies as the soil where we are is awful-he grows tomatoes in pots,and I do bell peppers,herbs,& so forth. He's wanting to add onto the house (it's a small one built in the 1940's) so a lot of the yard is on a wait list till we do the add ons. I'd like to get the fruit trees planted into the ground (necturine,plum,and lemon) & out of the pots.
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| Tammyb |
Posted - Aug 05 2009 : 12:55:11 PM
I am glad I'm not alone in thinking about next year while still picking this years beans.
I keep a journal and include how much I was able to put back ... I'm hoping that helps with next years "how much do I plant" question.
Tammyb
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| GrammyGoose |
Posted - Aug 05 2009 : 12:11:34 PM
I'm so excited about next year, I have done nothing but plan, scheme, read, and dream about it for months. We are finally going to have our place in the country. I am opening a roadside stand, which is in the works as we speak. I'm doing all the research into what licenses, permits and such that I will need for the area we are moving to. I have my vendors in place for those things that I will not be making myself and have my website under construction. I've been so busy that the days are flying by. Thank goodness I have enough family to use as guinea pigs to try out products and get brutally honest feedback. DH just found out that he is eligible to draw on his retirement as of November and we are going to use that money wisely. Along with the proceeds from selling our house, we will be able to build our yurt and our new shop and have everything in place by spring, God willing. God is leading, I am following. I love the tune we are marching to. I've waited my entire life for this, it will all come together in His time. And I'll be ready.
Sue
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| chaddsgirl |
Posted - Aug 05 2009 : 11:16:53 AM
Julie - That is a fantastic idea. I hope that works out for you guys.
Toni - I planted peas, carrots and green beans so far. I kind of ran out of space. I've still got broccoli, cabbage and more tomatoe plants to put in the ground. I may do some cauliflower, onions and definitely lettuce when it cools off a bit more.
A person is a success if they get up in the morning and get to bed at night and in between does what they want to do. Bob Dylan |
| lovelady |
Posted - Aug 02 2009 : 11:31:04 AM
Dutchy~ I think your bike idea sounds great! If you get it done you will have to post a picture of it!
Sarah~ I am trying to think about my fall garden, too, but it just isn't as exciting! I have a hard time deciding when to plant my fall stuff. Since it is hot now it just doesn't seem like a good time to start things, but I know if I don't it will get to be too late for them to get the chance to mature before the cold hits. What are you planting for fall?
Beverly~ I think that is my motto almost.."Bigger and better next year!!"
Julie~I hope it works out for you getting to stay at home! You seem very resourceful so I am sure you can make it work! |
| willowtreecreek |
Posted - Aug 02 2009 : 09:16:21 AM
Oh yes! My husband and I are going to try to "live off" his salary over the next year and save mine as much as possible. I am hoping not to have to go back to work after this year! So an even bigger gaarden is in the works for next year!
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| Beverly Gill |
Posted - Aug 02 2009 : 06:07:26 AM
Before I went to sleep last night for the second time I'm thinking...well this first veggie garden was a nice experiment BUT next year it will be bigger and better---hopefully on a large part due to better weather. I will extend the garden and have a lot more veggies.
But I was very lucky no animal got to the garden this year.
Beverly |
| chaddsgirl |
Posted - Aug 02 2009 : 05:53:43 AM
I absolutely am. Im adding a complete new garden space and using the old one too. I spent 3 hours the other night looking through the seed catalogs. I cant wait! Gardening is sooooo much fun. Im trying to focus on my fall garden, but I just keep planning next years summer garden. LOL!!
A person is a success if they get up in the morning and get to bed at night and in between does what they want to do. Bob Dylan |
| dutchy |
Posted - Aug 02 2009 : 04:57:46 AM
I want to chance SO much!! The front garden will have grass in it instead of just soil and plants. TOO much work with weeds etc. So looking forward to that. Then my back yard, YIKES!! It is a mess and needs a lot of work. I would like to have a little gazebo type thingy, or a trellis with climbing plants and then put my chair and table under it. Romantic. Also want to change many plants and weeds the previous renter left behind. They are so big now (plants) and abundant (weeds) that I need to take most of them out and then see what to do with the space left. I also wanna paint my old bike Pink and plant flowers in the front basket, lol. Will see what en when I can do all that, on my very very tight (non-exiting) budget:-)
BUT plans and ideas abundant YAY!!
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