I am still currently cooped up in my apartment with my broken foot and my puppy, but I am making the most of it. 3 months so far ( Jan 12th is when I got the cast on). Luckily Sagan is such a great dog and hasn't been making a huge fuss about not going on walks for the past several weeks. We've been hanging out inside learning the fine art of fetch, video games, and starting our little garden!
It's not much right now, but it's a start and works for our little family. :) I plan on building it up in the coming weeks as money and timing allows(I haven't been able to drive because of this cast, so I am at the mercy of others to get anything done - yay internet shopping!!!).

Stephen and I found this amazing nursery that is only a mile away, which is where we got our first four plants and soil fixins. http://redbarngardencenter.net/ If you live anywhere near here I HIGHLY recommend this place! The staff was very knowledgeable and the prices were really reasonable for all local ingredients. :)

Awesome name AND microbrewed in south Austin with sustainable ingredients!
http://www.ladybugbrand.com/products/Vortex-Potting-Soil.asp
Compost: Back to Nature brand - Nature's Blend with alfalfa and humate. Nothing like cow poop and cotton to make your plants happy... >.>
http://www.backtonaturecompost.com/naturesblend.html
Base: Organics by Gosh Decomposed Granite and Sand. I put a layer a few inches thick at the bottom of the pouch to help with water retention and stability.

Boxwood Basil
Cilantro
Dill
Rosemary
They are all so fragrant and vibrant, I can't wait to see how they will grow!

Here's to hoping that these little spawnlings can grow and be strong enough to season our family's meals!

/love
Humble beginnings for this Irishwoman who is rediscovering herself in a world drowning in consumerism and selfishness. :)
More to come later, and hopefully more often...
Rawr! We have the same background! Your little garden is so awesome!!! I LOVE it!
ReplyDeleteThat is an awesome little pocket. I had never seen one of those before. Thought I would drop a comment to ask how your plants are doing so far and tell you that you need to post more often not that I can talk much. :P
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