As the Garden Grows

  As every gardener knows, getting weeds in the garden is as natural as a fish swimming in the ocean. Sometimes though, there just isn’t enough time to pull them all, so we opt to use a quicker method by applying herbicide. Below is a recipe for a natural weed killer that is more environmentally friendly than using synthetic chemicals. Natural Herbicide Recipe ·          1 gallon of white vinegar ·          2 cups Epsom salts ·          ¼ cup biodegradable dish soap   INSTRUCTIONS TO MAKE AND USE HERBICIDE   Mix the Ingredients Mix all the ingredients in a large container or spray bottle. Shake well before every use  Apply to weeds Spray the mixture directly onto the leaves of the weeds on a hot, sunny day with no wind. The high heat helps open the plant's leaf pores, allowing the solution to penetrate more effectively. ...

    Used coffee grounds can be used in the garden as a fertilizer, compost ingredient, and soil amendment to improve drainage and add nutrients like nitrogen, potassium, and phosphorus. They can also help deter some pests and are a favourite of earthworms. How to use coffee grounds in the garden ·          Compost: Add used coffee grounds to your compost bin. They are considered a "green" or nitrogen-rich material, so balance them with carbon-rich "browns" like dried leaves and newspaper. ·          Fertilizer: Sprinkle a thin layer on the soil surface and gently work them in. This is best for acid-loving plants like blueberries, azaleas, and hydrangeas. ·          Soil conditioner: Work coffee grounds into the soil to improve its structure, drainage, and aeration. ·          Attract earthworms: Earthworms are attra...

  I’m pleased to tell you that 81% of the gardeners from the 2025 season have chosen to return for the 2026 garden season. Some have kept their original plots, some have exchanged plots for different ones, and some have simply added more plots to increase their holdings. Thank you all for choosing to continue gardening with us. Of the 19% remaining plots, 8% have already been rented to new gardeners. Welcome! Some have taken advantage of the early rental and have fall planted some of their crops. (Garlic especially comes to mind) That leaves us with 11% of our original plots available to rent for the 2026 growing season. There are a few single plots available, and several multiple side by side plots available should you wish more than one together. We are accepting new applications anytime from now to next year. A completed lease agreement with a $50 refundable damage deposit per plot will hold your plot choice(s) until you are ready to plant next year. Should the dem...