In which another layer is added.

Two weekends ago we added another layer of wood to the shortest bed we had as it was just too short and we could not really plant anything of substance in it. Also, it was right at bunny eye level so they would eat their way through the bird netting and feast upon our veggies. But no more! Last weekend we filled it up with lots of soil and composted cow manure then planted some plants and seeds. We already have sprouts! It's so exciting!

As for the other beds, we have planted some baby corn and added more tomatoes to the big bed. Our cherry tomato plants are going crazy as you can see in the picture. I am looking forward to being overwhelmed with those.

Plans for this weekend may be complicated by more rain. If not, we'll be raising the poles that support the bird netting in the recently upgraded bed so we can have beans and peas poles in the bed. Also, now is the time for mulch! We'll be putting lots of mulch around the plants to help deter weeds and keep moisture in the beds. We're also planning on mulching the areas around the beds so we don't have to fight weeds there. Our weed whacker isn't working quite right so looking forward to not having to worry about that.

Also, I'm very excited - I just ordered some powdered kelp! That should be here by midweek and that'll get our plants some yummy nutrients. Yes - I have turned in to a gardening geek. I'm fine with it.