Decades Happening In The Weeks Ahead…
There are decades where nothing happens; and there are weeks where decades happen. -Vladimir Ilyich Lenin
Corona Virus (COVID-19) & Local Grocery Shopping
As of March 22nd there are 26,909 Corona virus cases in the U.S.A. which has caused 349 deaths. Schools have been closed for the rest of March at a minimum. The Stock Market has fallen about 30% from this year’s high and is currently trading at 19,174. A disagreement between OPEC and Russia has caused
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Garden Visitor – Baby Copperhead Snake
I was mulching the strawberry bed and nestled in the wheat straw was this baby copperhead snake. A good reminder to stay alert, wear good gloves, and boots.
Growing Blueberries From Cuttings
We have 8 blueberry bushes in our garden, but we would like to plant some in our new little orchard. Below is a link to an article about propagating blueberries from cuttings. We will be trying this in a couple months. https://homeguides.sfgate.com/start-blueberry-plants-another-grown-plant-57053.html A honey bee pollinating a blueberry blossom in the garden.
My Parents Greenhouse
Brent and I have been helping our dad build a greenhouse. Between the rainy weather and corona virus precautions the progress on my parents greenhouse has slowed way down. Greenhouse progress…all pressure treated framing.
Chickweed
We have chickweed growing all over our garden. The chickens love it and we use it in our smoothies and salads. Here is a link to more information on Chickweed… https://www.nybg.org/blogs/plant-talk/2012/03/tip-of-the-week/eat-the-weeds/