Growing plants is one of those small miracles that we so often take for granted. It only becomes more miraculous as you try to apply science to understanding it – that a little black nugget you drop in some dirt can become a swirling symphony of solar-powered self-replicating gene expression … mindblowing. Let’s hope this [...]
It’s a Basil!
April 8th, 2009 · 1 Comment · Observations
Seedy Saturday
April 4th, 2009 · No Comments · Observations
I spent the afternoon with dirt up to my elbows repotting some of our houseplants and getting an early start on our balcony garden. The seed starter tray is planted with Thyme, Sage, Dill and Sweet Basil, and I have a couple of larger pots that I started Tiny Tim Tomatoes in. I’m hoping that [...]