Pruning of fruit trees in early spring, pre-blossom, yields green growth sprouting cherries, plums and pears.
Tomato plantings take off after night frost danger has passed. Big beef, early girl and brandy wine varieties chosen for their larger fruits to be sliced and roasted for sauces and salsas planned to preserve at harvest.
Though the pantry is still packing it in, much of the juices, herbs, marinara, salsas, syrups and jams will be eaten up by autumn. Getting the garden in gear is the humble, hard work of May and June for future winter replacements.
Building deep beds will help the garden grow, and teach the children well. The sweat equity is well worth the results. Replenishing and rebuilding beds also become easier in subsequent years.
The children will be thankful when they know how to grow their own in years ahead, harnessing the power of life by peaceful appreciation. And the beauty and the bounty will be worthy every harmonious step of the way.
Love from our spring garden to yours~ Gina @ Soul & Stomach
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