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I finally tested the soil. For record-keeping purposes, I'm posting the full results here: Front (camellia/strawberry beds) ph: 7.0 (neutral) P: adequate K: sufficient N: depleted Upper back (near small pomegranate and lemon tree where the grass is always dead) ph: 6.5-7.0 (neutral to acid)...

There is lots of info about garden uses for comfrey here.

Ouch! That sounds pretty painful. I hope it all turns out okay. I wish him a speedy recovery.

The to-do list: *Work Not done. *Go to the farmers' market Done. All the summer stuff is in and it all looks delicious! *Get a soil tester Done. Now I need to use it. *Get some high-nitrogen fertilizer [snip] Actually, now that I think about it, I may just move the seedlings and let the...

Looks beautiful! I feel at peace just looking at the pics. Thanks for sharing with us.

Everything looks great! You and I have a lot of the same things growing, but you have double the apple crop. :lol:

That sounds like a much better option than a fork! I have only made one batch of soap, and did it in a stand blender; it took about 30 seconds of mixing. I'm sure this is workable for small batches only, but for my little family it works great. I'm looking for a silicone baking pan to use as...

ff, you are so awesome. Not only did you suggest pie (which makes everything better, doesn't it?), but you always make it a point to see the bright side! :hugs Thank you. Yesterday ended up with a nice family dinner out (I didn't have to cook or clean up!), good conversation, and a margarita...

We reuse some of our greywater, but don't worry too much about regulations or permits..... :hide (Well, to be honest, I think our little laundry system happens to be legal here.) Of course, if you're working on new construction, it might be harder to be under the radar regarding greywater use...

Interesting - I've never tried that. Do you find it works well for keeping moisture in, etc.?

:welcome What is below the cucumber plant?

A homemade olive-oil-in-a-jar lamp:

Welcome! :frow

This was hilarious! Thanks for sharing it.

Sheesh. Be careful what you wish for. I have been so busy I can't even see straight. Actually, I think I can't see straight because of the insomnia. But I have been busy. No time to waste, which is a good thing. Work is crazy, which is also good - it has been slow for a long time and I...