At this stage of my life one realizes that either you go for a dream or you give them up entirely. I have come to the conclusion that going for the brass ring(ugh... cliche)is worth trying. To that end, I have started 'Mrs. Kelley's Bedding Plants and Produce'. I have always had gardens, whether they be flowerbeds or vegetables. As the years have gone by, naturally my family size has diminished and I find myself with a huge surplus of produce. The result is I end up with a huge glut that I either give away, freeze or otherwise preserve but some just gets wasted.
A farm type stand was the goal last year, however I severely underestimated just how much I would need to grow in order to sell and make some bit of profit. It was a learning experience, this year I have a clearer idea of how to go about it. My first step has been starting my flats of seeds. I have started so many broccoli seeds that I either have to sell or wind up with one giant garden of broccoli. But I suppose that would be a win-win situation as I could sell the broccoli.
Every morning when I trot downstairs I head for my mini greenhouse and greet the little plants, sounds crazy but I really think they respond positively. They have been growing their little green hears out :)
I know this blog is a little rough but hey, baby steps.
Above image of nasturtiums for edible hanging baskets. What a versatile plant nasturtiums are, I had no idea. And they have a flavor as well, from the leaves, flowers, even the seed pods that form can be used as capers.
Baby germinated broccoli. These only took two days before sprouting up, I am simply in amazement at how quickly broccoli germinates. Baby cabbage and cauliflower aren't far behind.
Well, I'd better get busy, lots to do today. Thanks for stopping by and hope you swing by again.
