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Garden growth

>> Thursday, June 24, 2010

What I love about gardens - you can see change everyday. What other hobby has such significant change on a daily basis? I swear, every time Ryan and I walk outside, we see something new. A new blossom, more leaves, flowers... it's just really rewarding.

So, I thought I'd share a few select garden progressions, more for my sake than yours.

These were the potatoes, onions and corn in early May.
In late May.
And, in June (taken from the opposite direction).

There was nothing in the corner of this May photo.

And, now this area is boasting a variety of squash - summer, winter and zucchini.

And, then in non-edible gardening news... there's the rain garden.

In May 2009
July 2009

And, June 2010
(And you can ignore the yellow football, the messy mulch and the dog bowl... just pretend they aren't there. We do.)

How is your garden growing?

24 people have something to say:

Michael - Innkeeper June 24, 2010 6:07 AM  

lookin good! we had a great mixture of sun and rain around these parts this past week and the plants are loving it! i swear things double in size over night.

Mrs. Adventure June 24, 2010 6:07 AM  

Wow Kim! That garden is fabulous and now I may be a wee bit jealous... But hey nothings changed I'm still in love with your house LAST Christmas lol!

Kasey June 24, 2010 6:12 AM  

Your Garden looks so awesome and delicious!

We started making a Garden at the end of May and thus far have only Planted Plum tomatoes and 'Better boy' tomatoes. I also have an Oregano plant and a Rosemary plant. We have seeds for cucumbers, more tomatoes, Jalapenos and Bell peppers but we have to wait until July/August to plant them, according to their chart. Boo!

I also love your rain garden. Your yard looks very happy and cheery! :)

Kelli June 24, 2010 6:19 AM  

Your yard always looks amazing! Do you have to constantly pull weeds...how do you keep it so nice all of the time? And what is a rain garden? It looks pretty.

Jordan June 24, 2010 6:29 AM  

my favorite part about this post is "just pretend they aren't there. We do." :) I so often take a picture of something around my house or of my dogs just to realize that there's something odd in the background. haha.

Jen@Notes From the Heartland June 24, 2010 7:27 AM  

Your garden looks just wonderful Kim!! I'm jealous...your tomatoes are giants compared to mine! And the rain garden...beautiful. Especially like the tall grass...I've always wanted to try that.

Cindy @The Flipping Couple June 24, 2010 8:37 AM  

Well, you know how my garden is growing, but seeing the photos of your rain garden is SO STINKING ENCOURAGING! Like, maybe my crabgrass will actually grow someday! Also, I love the last line about ignoring the football and dog bowl. I really do think we're soul sisters. And your post about the tractor convinced me our menfolk would get along GREAT. So.....let's be friends. : )

Ally June 24, 2010 8:57 AM  

I dunno, Kim....I might have to do this next summer!Looks fun!

Rita/Fighting Off Frumpy June 24, 2010 8:57 AM  

Everything about your house is awesome. I love every picture I ever see of it, inside or out! You should TOTALLY open a B&B so I can spend the night. ;)

Megg June 24, 2010 9:09 AM  

Wow! Your garden looks great!! I agree, it's so much fun to see growth every day! I check my plants thoroughly every day to see if something has changed, haha!

Laurel @ Ducks in a Row June 24, 2010 9:11 AM  

Gardening is so fun - I'm jealous of yours. It looks fantastic.

Emily June 24, 2010 9:39 AM  

Um, it's definitely not growing like yours is. Holy moly Kim, you are talented.

Jenny @ DIY Newlyweds June 24, 2010 10:05 AM  

I wish I had a garden like yours! Excellent job, looks like you'll have a lot of yummy food to eat this summer!

Amanda @ Serenity Now June 24, 2010 1:08 PM  

I like these posts, Kim. :) T never had a weekend off that was free enough this Spring to get our garden tilled up. So I will have to live vicariously through your posts. ;)

SarahKL June 24, 2010 2:21 PM  

Kim - it looks great! I'm jealous though, because mine is not looking so hot now! :'( I still only have peas and my strawberry plants are completely brown, the squash and cucumber plants are withered, and only one zucchini is surviving. Booooooo. :(

Mom,  June 24, 2010 7:18 PM  

WOW! That's what I say. Where in the world did you get your talent? Work full time......working towards your masters.....wonderful meals prepared for your husband each night.. raising two wonderful grand-dogs....and you still have time to invite your mom & pops for supper! What a daughter...I wouldn't trade ya for the world. Garden looks FANTASTIC!

Leigh June 24, 2010 8:55 PM  

My goal for the winter is to research garden stuff and be like you next summer.

Amanda @ Little House on the Corner June 24, 2010 10:43 PM  

Holy crap, those veggies are growing fast! That's encouraging if I ever decide to grow a garden... We planted some bushes and shrubs last fall, and although I wish they'd grow faster, they have gotten noticeably larger. I agree, it's fun to watch! Oh, the things that excite us homeowners. :)

Jennifer June 24, 2010 11:17 PM  

Wow! I'm impressed. Our late June garden looks a lot like your early May garden. :(

Robin June 24, 2010 11:35 PM  

Gardening is such a delight for me also. Right now my garden is in need of a serious weeding, but I think it will have to wait for the weekend.

Have you had the chance to pick any veggies from your garden yet. It looks like it's growing very well under your loving care.

Jolie June 25, 2010 9:32 AM  

Wow your garden has done wonderful! I'm so amazed at all the great gardeners out there. I got a little discouraged this year. I planted my first garden and it didn't do very well. Great job!

Stephanie June 27, 2010 9:59 PM  

coooool! that is very rewarding seeing all that!

Jenny @ Anything Pretty June 27, 2010 11:52 PM  

Wow....it filled in so quickly. I love seeing how much it can change it just a short time. You definitely have a green thumb! Can't wait to see what another month brings!

Erin @ Domestic Adventure July 4, 2010 7:03 AM  

Can I just say (again) that I am so envious of your mad gardening skills!?!?

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