New Garden Beginnings

Here it is Labor Day weekend! After the first precious soaker rainstorm the garden is beginning to show some strength.  There is a lot of lawn to take out; I have begun gathering wild edible seeds to aid in soil recovery.

I tried to start some fall seeds by direct sowing them in mid-July; that was a epic fail, even though I kept the seeds shaded and moist anything that did germinate withered.  We have had the hottest summer on record, and it continues even now!

Here are some pics of progress, and repurposing what was already here.  I did bring in some garden compost from a landscape supply 2 blocks away for the beds.

 

Collecting Chicory and Mullein Seed

Epic Mushrooms After Rain



Porch seed starting; Kale veggie pots, Egyptian onions taking root



Peaches

Seeded Arugula - will be ready for transplanting soon.



Small Raised Beds / Cold Frame Combo



Transplanted Currants

Veggie Garden