On our previous 5 acre property we had a good vegetable garden - this is a small part of it with the citrus orchard in the background. We grew a large variety of vegies.
Here in Kamo, on the outskirts of Whangarei, I only have a very small area. At present there are some leeks, onions, lettuce, brocolli, silver beet (swiss kale) and climbing beans that are yet to flower.
Anyway, yesterday morning we went to the Whangarei Growers Market. I really only went for the sweetcorn and garlic. I blanch the corn and then remove it from the cobs before freezing it in cupful lots to use over winter.
This is what I came home with (actually a lot less than usual).
Later in the day the 2 cubic metres of firewood I had ordered was delivered and I got it stacked while cooking our evening meal. I am very much an amateur at wood stacking but it feels secure. This is most of it but some went elsewhere as I didn't want to overdo the stack.
I also managed to get some weeding done and was very pleased with my day's work. A bit quieter today although I have done more weeding and almost filled the wheelie bin as well as done some baking.
Sue, you've been busy. The basket of veggies looks delicious.
ReplyDeleteNot quite as good as growing your own but the next best thing.
DeleteAnd a very nice Sussex Trug.
ReplyDeleteAs a child I thought that everyone had trugs and didn't realise until later that they were a Sussex thing.
DeleteMine was made in the north of the South Island.
You've reminded me that I must order my firewood. Your stacking looks better than mine!
ReplyDeleteYes, I like to get it early to make sure it is nice and dry. When I stood back and looked at the stack I wasn't too sure about it but it feels secure.
DeleteYou have been busy! Pretty neat wood stacking!
ReplyDeleteYes, it is good to know we have a plentiful supply. I tried to email you following your last comment but it came right back.
ReplyDeleteGlad you are now commenting again and hope you are feeling better.