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| flowerkeeper |
Posted - Mar 27 2005 : 7:12:45 PM
Do any of you have experience gardening with Earth Boxes? I hear the the results are phenomenal, but thought I would ask around a little more before investing.
all that glitters is not gold, and all who wander aren't lost.... |
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| sleepless reader |
Posted - Apr 06 2005 : 11:08:06 AM
I have used Earth Boxes. They are pretty cool because they have a reservoir beneath (the grid that holds the soil), so watering is made easy.This was really great during our drought years. You can do various crops. I have never had luck with corn in the Earth Box, but I've had wonderful bell peppers and tomatoes. I've used them because my garden space is limited and the boxes allow me to put a "garden" where I have space and sunshine. You don't have the same gopher troubles as a regular garden! There is a plastic sheet that goes over the top of the box to keep in moisture. Weeding is also something you don't have to do in the box! This year, I plan to use my box ouside my kitchen door (on the deck) so I can have my cooking herbs very handy. You can order replacement parts (such as the plastic covers and clips that hold them on) at very reasonable prices. The box is a little pricey, but I've had mine for years (and I leave them out in the winter); they are still in great shape. All I've had to replace is the plastic sheeting. I'd give them a "green thumbs up".
Sharon |
| MeadowLark |
Posted - Apr 05 2005 : 9:03:24 PM
Cecelia I have read your mention of a herb garden. What kind of herbs do you grow? Have you had much luck with overwintering of the rosemary plant? I tried to overwinter rosemary and it just dries up and dies. Our winters are horrible for dry weather. My house is extremely dry even with a humidifer on.
"Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing, there is a field. I'll meet you there." Rumi, 13th century. |
| cecelia |
Posted - Apr 05 2005 : 7:37:46 PM
For a couple of years I didn't have a garden, for various reasons, among them time and arthritis.
Last year my hubby tilled up the entire garden (it's relatively small, about 40'x40'); it had a chain link fence around it which was a problem, so we removed the links but left up the posts.
We completely tilled and got rid of most of the weeds (by hand, we don't use chemicals). We made up our own boxes, as I had done container gardening before. We used lumber (untreated, no paint, etc.). I didn't plant much because we started late, but everything grew just fine. We had some tomatoes, mixed lettuces, beans, cucumbers and a few other vegetables. We only used half the garden space, and put up some plastic snowfence using the posts. I also have a compost pile. The only thing you need to be aware of when using containers, is that you may have to water more often. The soil can dry out faster than if you are planting "below ground". It's really easy to plant, no weeds (or few), and you can mulch between the boxes to keep the weeds down. This year I plan to plan more, since the hard work of clearing is done.
Cecelia
ce's farm
"Curiosity is one of the forms of feminine bravery" Victor Hugo |
| nejmit |
Posted - Apr 04 2005 : 5:22:12 PM
I just found this site, while doing a search for 'earth boxes' (thanks for the link!) I want to buy a couple for my Dad. My brother, in Fl, has a couple and loves them! He uses them because his landscaping doesn't allow for a garden. Also, the boxes allow flexibility (and forgiveness) for the hot temperatures. He doesn't spend money unless it's a REAL good item... and he even wants to buy more!
God is the ultimate gardener |
| bramble |
Posted - Mar 30 2005 : 08:16:13 AM
I was checking out the earth box site and thought they looked like a good idea for people who have limited space , resources and time to garden but a bit pricey. My son was peeking over my shoulder and said "What good is gardening if you can't garden?" but then stated "Those things would be good in places where there is world hunger, they could provide alot of food in small space whether the soil was good or not". Out of the mouths of babes!
with a happy heart |
| pnwchica |
Posted - Mar 30 2005 : 07:35:54 AM
Curious about earthboxes ... will go to the site listed.
Looking for new beef recipes, frugal & gardening tips, farmhouse remodeling & ez home recipes. |
| Eileen |
Posted - Mar 28 2005 : 09:23:59 AM
I just googled Earth boxes and found a site that tells about them. It is a new type of container gardening. Want to know more just go to:
www.earthbox.com
Eileen
songbird; singing joy to the earth |
| rachierabbit |
Posted - Mar 28 2005 : 08:16:45 AM
I would love to know what they are, especially if they work well!
Take the road less traveled and enjoy the view! |
| MeadowLark |
Posted - Mar 28 2005 : 06:17:22 AM
I too am curious...please fill us in! Thanks!
"Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing, there is a field. I'll meet you there." Rumi, 13th century. |
| jpbluesky |
Posted - Mar 28 2005 : 04:58:05 AM
I saw the earthbox question yesterday, and wondered the same thing, but felt I might be the only one who did not know!
jpbluesky
Love those big blue skies and wide open spaces. |
| Aunt Jenny |
Posted - Mar 27 2005 : 10:06:10 PM
I was wondering too..first I've heard of them...sounds interesting!!
Jenny in Utah
Bloom where you are planted! |
| Eileen |
Posted - Mar 27 2005 : 8:13:57 PM
Rhonda,
Now I am curious. What are earth boxes? How do you garden with them?
Eileen
songbird; singing joy to the earth |
