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Sundownr
(Bev) Wytheville, VA
(Zone 6a)

September 17, 2008
11:25 AM

Post #5563438

I've been weighing only the produce used for recipes and never thought about keeping a record of everything that we harvest from our little garden. This is a good idea I plan to incorporate next year!

Thanks for the article,
Bev
summerkid
Rose Lodge, OR
(Zone 8b)

September 17, 2008
02:13 PM

Post #5564063

I'm curious about the raised beds on top of weed fabric -- does this prevent earthworms from migrating in (and then back down for the winter)?

I'm following in your footsteps with the self-sufficiency thing! So thanks for the link to the other family.
girlgroupgirl
Atlanta, GA
(Zone 8b)

September 18, 2008
12:06 AM

Post #5566630

Summerkid: Winter, lol. I live in GA. Earthworms all year 'round!!

I have no problem keeping worms in my beds. Just have to add enough water and compost and there they are!

I did however remove the plastic from directly under the beds. I did not mention this, but I do it the 2nd planting. The first planting of the beds I leave it down. Then when I turn to refresh compost and add minerals or organics I dig down deep enough to lift up the weed barrier and rip it right out. It won't be needed any longer after the grass as died!




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