I was so excited to actually get photos onto my computer of some of the things we have been working on around here. But when I looked at the pics they seem quite unimpressive! Oh well. Small steps forward are better than standing still.
Here are some of my raised beds and containers.
Here is the very first flowers on one of my cherry trees.
Here is the cherry tree with Bill's pond in the background. That pond is his hobby. In a few weeks it will be in full bloom with lots of water flowers and plants. There are always coi and bullfrogs in there too.
This is my "stick orchard." You can't tell, but there are four fruit trees in a row here - two pear and two apple. (The cherry trees and peach tree are in other areas)
Here is one of our rain barrels. We have one on each corner of the house. They have spigots for regular hoses and soaker hoses to be run through the garden. So far, they work great.
I have been doing a lot of research and thinking about several different topics related to self sufficiency. I hope to post again later tonight.
Blessings,
Lorie
Comments
Saturday, May 3, 2008 - Great pictures!
Posted by lancelotacres
I find them very impressive! I love them all! Your raised beds are fantastic and the rain barrel is a great idea!
Thank you for sharing :)
~Lisa
Saturday, May 3, 2008 - Great Pics!
Posted by afarmgirl
Congrats on a job well done!