Green beans, snap peas, zucchini...oh my my! We can hardly wait to reap the benefits of our gardens. It's that time of year again where we wait, and wait and wait some more for our hard work in the garden to pay off. If you haven't started planning your garden yet don't worry. It's not too late. In fact, you are just in time for Two Girls 'n' a Grocery Store to give you their tips. We may not be Master Gardeners, but we are farm girls who know our veggies.
PLAN- Plant what you like. Don't waste time planting a crop of something you are not going to use. Plant what you love and you will be more likely to keep up weeding. Don't be afraid to try something new. If you like it plant more next year. If you don't be sure to give it to someone who will enjoy it. Fresh produce makes a great gift! Most produce can be canned and a lot can be frozen too. Plant extra to can or freeze and enjoy your hard work well into the winter. Can enough to get you through the next year not the next decade. Don't go overboard.
COOP- Do you have a neighbor, friend or family member who gardens? Get together and plan with them! Make a list of what you want to plant and split it up. Then, come harvest time, you can split the goods. Example: Chef Lindsey's parents plant tomatoes, peppers and squash. Lindsey focuses on peas, beans and root vegetables. When the crop comes in they all share and have plenty.
HERBS- Instead of planting all your herbs in the garden with your veggies, use them as planter fillers. Mix your favorite herbs with annuals to create a beautiful arrangement that is both eye-catching and delicious. Keep these planters by your front door. This makes them accessible and you are more likely to use them up. As you come home from work walk by them, get inspired and pick them right on the spot.
GARDEN PARTY- Share the love! What an amazing way to treat your friends, share recipes and enjoy the outdoors. Let your friends harvest their lunch and make a fresh salad or grill their favorite pick. Yum! Set up a table with fresh herbs, oil, vinegar, smoked salts, fresh cheeses and artison breads and get their creative culinary juices flowing.
Check back for more tips and updates on our gardens.
Happy gardening!
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