Getting back at it..

I know it has been sometime since I posted but it is about time to get back at it...Where to begin? Firstly our growing season has been as challenging as I can remember. I do realize this is something I must over come, and I always like a good challenge but mama nature is really testing me this time. We more than doubled our May average rainfall amounts with close to 300mm or almost 12 inches of rain. We had below freezing temperatures in mornings of May 22 and 23rd. But....things are looking up so far for June. I had our corn in the ground last year by May 15th, this year I had to wait until June 10th...crazy..I hope the growing season extends later this year so I can enjoy corn from the garden. Starting seeds inside was also a big challenge as I timed things incorrectly with the temperatures outside. Too many tomato seedlings that just didn't get the sun they required. Still we press on. I am optimistic that our soil in the garden has really improved. I was able to introduce a very large amount of compost this year. I have been getting composting materials from other people this year past year so my pile was greatly increased. I am always weary of what I add. I never use other peoples grass clippings as I am nervous of chemicals used. Even though they have been banned in our part of the country...but as is many things but humans still prevail with ignorance.  I will be back on the blog train now to keep anybody who may follow in the loop with the gardens and life.



Some shots from around the flower garden beds