Plantings (11)
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Wish List (2)Long ago in what seems like a far, far away place, I was the proud owner of a Chicago loft with a beautiful garden on a rooftop deck. Time, my lack of gardening knowledge and neglect have taken it’s toll. My flower beds are now home to some indestructible weeds.
Readily influenced by the promotion of the green lifestyle and my love of cooking, I’ve decided to take on this formidable opponent and see if I’m capable of converting the soil into a fertile vegetable garden. I have visions of delicious fresh tomatoes, spinach, peppers, onions, herbs and spices.
This past weekend I took advantage of our first good weather to begin my project. The first task was taking on the weeds, and what a job it turned out to be. After several hours of back breaking work I managed to advance halfway around the perimeter of my deck. The soil has been completely permeated by whatever type of weeds these are. I’m such a neophyte that I don’t even know the name of what I’m fighting. I’m going to have to figure that out in order to insure that I’ve destroyed them and that they aren’t going to return. It’s time to consult an expert and see if I need to do something to the soil. I’m clueless. I’ve purchased a few books, but all they have managed to do is confuse me.
Wish me luck.
Plantings
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Basil
Ocimum basilicum
Transplanted on 28 May 09 Bought seedlings at Whole Foods for planting.
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Tarragon
Tagetes lucida
Sown on 28 May 09
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Cilantro
Coriandrum sativum
Transplanted on 28 May 09
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Parsley
Petroselinum crispum
Purchased on 28 May 09
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Jalapeno
Capsicum frutescens
Purchased on 28 May 09
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Serano
Capsicum annuum
Purchased on 28 May 09
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Lemon Thyme
Thymus citriodorus
Transplanted on 28 May 09 There wasn't much to choose from when I bought ...
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Patio Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum
Transplanted on 28 May 09
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Celebrity Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum
Transplanted on 28 May 09
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Sweet Red Bell Pepper
Capsicum annuum var. annuum (Grossum Group)
Transplanted on 28 May 09
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Habanero
Capsicum chinense
Transplanted on 28 May 09
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Comments
Aughty wrote:
Square foot garden by Mel Bartholomew will get you headed in the right direction. Pick up a copy at the library.
Posted on 09 May 09 (about 7 months ago)
Akasma wrote:
It will be tough I am sure but I am sure you will be able to handle it, your hard work already put in attests to your dedication. Another good good is “The Bountiful Container” not only is their advice excellent for those of us with limited space but also applies to roomier situations. Best of luck!!!
Posted on 09 May 09 (about 7 months ago)