As you have probably noticed, early-mid September marks the epicenter of the northwest harvest season. In addition to the bounty emanating from the vegetable garden, fruit trees are going off like time bombs everywhere you look.
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This garden was built during the spring and summer and planted with the first annual vegetables in late-August.
Many people don't realize that summer is actually a great time to design and build a new garden! Even though you may miss out on a few spring crops this year, building during the summer often means that you have more time to develop a thoughtful plan and don't feel the pressure of getting the garden set up in time for a certain spring crop (which you will be fully prepared for next spring).
Read MoreOrganic Anti-Fungal Spray For Peas and Summer Squash
Anti-Fungal Baking Soda Spray
Read MoreSummer Squash
Summer squash are a great go-to for the Pacific Northwest gardener. They grow well here, are very productive, delicious and even happy growing in large containers! In fact, the main problem folks seem to have with summer squash is not knowing what to do with all of the fruit it produces!
Read MoreSpring Radishes
This time of year when we are all patiently waiting for our gardens to begin to produce, radishes are always eager to perform. Radishes germinate quickly are ready to harvest in a matter of weeks after being seeded! The Greek name of the genus Raphanusactually means “quick appearing.”
Read MoreApril Garden Challenge: Pest Prevention
Our April gardening challenge: take preventative action against pests in your garden this year!
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