Peaches for me

As I perched precariously between the branches half way up my young peach tree, reaching out to bend tender branches bearing the best fruit towards me, I remember thinking “what am I doing? Β I’m getting to old for this.” Β To be fair the tree isn’t that young. Β It was the first tree I planted in my orchard about 9 years ago, so while still young … Continue reading Peaches for me

I’ve made a nursery garden

This is the time of year when I need to think about the crops I want to feed my family in the winter.Β  I don’t want to think about winter.Β  I want to make the most of what is left of the summer.Β Β  I want to frolic in the sun and harvest tomatoes.Β  Turnips are far from my thoughts.Β  But they need to be in … Continue reading I’ve made a nursery garden