Some updates. I have planted 5 plants outside of the boxes. I made wire cages out of welded wire, compliments of Stephen (Thanks Stephen!!). I used newspaper for mulch on the bottoms of the plants in the cages.
I have also put newspaper around the bottom of the mortgage lifter plant. He seems to be the weakest of the crew. The others are doing well.
I learned I only need to water about 10-15 mins every other day as long as I check my "dip stick".
Dip Stick: Found on a tomato site. Gardener uses a wooden dowel in the raised bed. Check dowel before watering, if dark and moist, no water needed, if light and dry water needed.
Hi Tim,
ReplyDeleteI found your blog on the GardenWeb blog roll list. I love your raised garden, it looks very nice. I'm sorry to hear that things aren't going well so far... but the seasons just beginning! Hopefully things will go better soon. I also like the dipstick idea, that's a good one. Looking forward to following your progress, good luck!
Amy