Author Archives: JonesGardenBlog

Weekend Cleanup

Posted on January 20, 2014 by JonesGardenBlog

Not long ago I pointed out the benefits of free ranging our suburban chickens. It was good while it lasted. The mess is the problem.  Chickens poop EVERYWHERE, and by everywhere I really mean E V E R Y W … Continue reading →

Posted in dinosaur Kale, fall garden, grass, Harvest, Ice Berg Lettuce, Jerusalem artichokes, peppers, Red Russian Kale, Romaine, Starting Seeds, tomatoes | 11 Comments

Growth In Spite of the Neglect

Posted on January 16, 2014 by JonesGardenBlog

The winter garden, or what is left after some neglect, is eeking through the season.  The sun almost completely leaves our back yard around the end of December and then slowly starts to show itself again.  I’ve actually tried reflectors … Continue reading →

Posted in Arizona Garden, Bok Choi, broccoli, Chickens, Chinese cabbage, fall garden, Jerusalem artichokes, ollas, Red Russian Kale, Romaine, square foot gardening, wine bottle ollas | 21 Comments

I know who holds tomorrow

Posted on January 10, 2014 by JonesGardenBlog

There has been a lot that has happened since the last time I posted anything here.  A LOT.  Unfortunately I am going to leave it at that.  Just know that God’s vision and timing for your life and future are … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 16 Comments

The New Seedling Nursery

Posted on November 18, 2013 by JonesGardenBlog

The garage I use as a seedling nursery is nice.  I feel pretty spoiled to have the space.  It’s on the south part of the house, with three tall windows on the south wall and windows on the east facing … Continue reading →

Posted in soil blocks, Starting Seeds | 15 Comments

Success!

Posted on November 11, 2013 by JonesGardenBlog

Sticky pads are my friends. I put out four of the “mice” sized ones Friday night.  About 12:30, B and I awoke to a noise but we both went back to sleep.  At 1:20 the sick chicken started making a … Continue reading →

Posted in mice, Mission Community Church, soil blocks, Starting Seeds | 14 Comments