Wednesday, March 16, 2011

A Garden Tale Of Promise And Intrigue


The Dashing Star: Arugula
I'm excited to report that the experiment is working and the baby lettuces I recently planted are flourishing in my sky-light covered central patio. In a desperate rescue attempt, I took them away from the hungry snails to the enclosed refuge of said patio. Although it is warm in there, there is no direct light from the sun. My friend who lived here before us said she used to lay out in there but I'm sure she was joking (ok, so I tried it).


The Villain: Cilantro
In other growing news from the patio - the potted cilantro is doing good so far as I am diligently trimming the leaves (and enjoying them) before they bolt. Cilantro, for me anyway, does so good in the beginning that I always think this time will be different, but sadly it never is. For now, we are in the honeymoon phase.

Best for me to start small

I know many of you have your own vegetable gardens - I'd love to hear what's working (and not!) for you.