Yesterday’s post drew more than the usual number of comments. Rather than respond to each individually, I’m going to follow some of the threads that emerged. I am encouraged by the number of people who support the idea of treating community gardens more like collective farms. As expected, there are a number of gardeners out […]
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Recently I was asked to consult on a possible new community garden in my neighborhood. The local parks and recreation department owns a 1/4-acre plot of land just up the street from my home that is being developed either one of two ways: a passive, walk-through public park with seating, or as a community garden […]
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Sunflowers, cosmos, zinnia–all are standing tall and proud, giving the garden an air of youth and vigor. Everyone comments on how good the garden looks at the moment. But I know better. The squash and cucumber plants need to be pulled to make way for an attempt at fall potatoes. The turnips are beyond ready […]
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