Tuesday Tidings-Garden Update

Here are some recent happenings around Maple Hill.

 

These sweet potatoes were just harvested not too long ago.

After placing them in a bin, we noticed them sprouting.

These will be used as new slips

and the rest were placed in the refrigerator for enjoying.

Pine bark mulch had been used around the butterfly garden.

This newly acquired "acorn mulch" will be replacing it.

I like the texture and the best part

is that it's free for the taking!

We'll add to it as it is collected.

The pine bark mulch has also been used in the areas

surrounding the veggie garden.

As our back beds have a different material which is preferred,

we made a change this weekend.

Pine straw mulch is my hands-down favorite ground cover.

This natural material adds a trail-like feel to the area.

I made sure to designate where the clothesline goes in.

The pine bark was used out front

(where HOA eyes are watching),

to replenish any barren areas.

These moonglow tomatoes

have been feeding someone well...

but it hasn't been us.

So far, the birds have eaten more produce

from the backyard than we have.

I'm happy to share,

but I may have to take measures.

Thankfully, we haven't got any burrowers,

so the carrots are safe.

(So far, so good!)

This pineapple surprised me!

I'll have to keep an eye on it.

The relocated amaryllis is starting to bloom.

Tomorrow's post will feature more of this area.

Spring is beginning early this year!

Have a wonderful day, y'all!