Hey Folks:
The nursery is coming to life. Numerous plants are now germinatng or growing up.
The Tomatoes are getting about 75% germination success rate. I chose about an even number of the four types of Tomatoes - Great White, Matina, Moskvich, and Taxi. The Peppers should start in the next day or two.
This week saw the germination of bulb onions. Last year the bulb onions were a complete no show. Seems to have been the combination of a poor seed lot and inconsistent germinating temperatures in the nursery. So far, they are at 66% germination and counting.
Celery & Thyme started hatching this week as well.
Space is starting to get tight. I have Rosemary, Leeks, three weeks worth of Green Onions, and the first round of Parsley all competing for space under the lights.
The big challenge now is keeping them healthy – even moisture, plenty of air circulation, and a balancing act with the soil temperature neither too high or too low.
I have started to get some interest in voluntary help at the farm this year (3-4 hours per week), if you know of anyone interested in farming as a career or serious hobby, have them contact me soon.
Still looking for a couple of customers. Now is the critical time for making farm equipment purchases, and I will make them based on how many people I will wind up feeding. If you know of someone who wants a part of the harvest, but is waiting to sign on, let them know that the time is now.
I am best reached at (613) 761-5577 weekdays after 7pm and most of the time on week-ends.
All in all, its very exciting, even as the snow continues to fall. Talk to you soon,
Bob