Sunday 16 September 2012

Wow, its been a While!

Gosh I can't believe how long its been!

A lot has been happening on the farm, we have almost finished lambing, there are only 5 or so Ewes to go,  they seem to be crossing their legs and hanging on!

We have a new heading dog, Major, he is a beardie x border collie and he is SMART!  He has just gone 3 1/2 months and has started lead training.  Hes adjusted to farm life well and is good with the chickens and with our new orphan lamb Poppy - photos to follow!

We also have chicks, nine in total, being looked after by two hens and they are cute!  Photos to follow also.

I have also been planning out our summer vegetable garden as I am planning to do a SSS (Semi Self-sufficient Summer)

So this is what I am planning to plant so far.....

Tank Garden
- Pumpkins (on ladder)
- Sunflowers
- Beans
- Corn (to dry and grind for corn meal)
- Cucumber

Front Garden
- Zucchinis (same as last year)
- Strawberries (same again)

Narrow Deck Garden
- Lettuce
- Peas
- Raddish

Back of House
- More Artichoke

Veggie Bed
- Spinach
- Beetroot
- Broccoli
- Kamo Kamo

Still have to suss out somewhere to grow Tomatos( Money Maker and Cherry and Basil), may need to put in another bed somwhere
and I really  want to grow some nasturiam somewhere too

Can't wait till things warm up!!! Bring it on spring!