fall planting

It’s Monday and we are getting blessed with a very gentle rain; I just direct-seeded scallions, lettuce and radishes for a fall crop, and this is the perfect rain to get those seeds growing. After planting, I spread a very light covering of dried grass over the rows. This will shade the soil enough to  help keep the soil moist while the seed germinates and the shade will also help mediate the…

According to the weather forecast, our growing season is about finished. If you have tender bulbs like cannas, gladiolas or dahlias, a light frost will kill the tops but not harm the bulb itself. When the top growth is dead, it’s time to dig the bulb. I use a potato fork to loosen the soil and lift the bulb or clump of bulbs from the soil. In the case of “clump” bulbs, I leave the adhering soil…