The first of many strawberries, I hope. There are ten strawberry plants. We have put in a garden at our cottage in northern Michigan. The season is short and the weather is peculiar. I have had to study up on the particulars of growing anything in that part of the state. This plant is actually 4 weeks further along now and I have put it on a bed of mulch so that the tiny fruit never have to touch the ground. They are picky!!In my garden, I have also planted the following:
Peppers: red, yellow, orange, jalapeno, banana, poblano
Onions: Green, Leeks, Shallots
Herbs: Basil, Oregano, Cilantro, French Tarragon, Texas Terragon,
Parsley, Thyme, Spearmint
Strawberries, Watermelon, Pumpkin & rhubarb
Carrots, Beets, Broccoli, Cauliflower
Red and Green Cabbage
Tomatoes (5 types) & Beans
Zucchini & Cucumber
Lettuce: 3 types
I just spent the last ten days there tending, weeding and planting additional plants. I would have taken newer pictures but I (oops!) forgot the camera. I will be back there in nine days so there will be pics definitely then.
Having a garden is so hopeful! I recommend it. I also love the idea that I can feed my family even if I can't get to the store. I think I was born a few decades too late. I am thinking I should have been a farmer's wife....
