When I laid out my plans for my weekend, gardening made it’s way on the list more than once. Among other things, I was really hoping to get out and head off some of the annoying weeds that have already staked a claim in my precious garden. I did get some pulled from around my lettuce, but for the most part my outdoor plans were rained out this weekend. Of course, getting some nice spring moisture is a huge benefit right now, so you won’t find me complaining. Also, when I do find time to go pull weeds, they should come out even easier if the ground is wet.
I also made a point of picking up a bale of straw for mulching in the garden. My hope is that I can pull the weeds that have come up through the bare spots (I had straw last year, but a windy spring has removed much of it), and then spread out a nice layer of straw to keep more from coming up. Of course, the fact that I’ve had bare spots just waiting for wayward seeds to drift by and take root means that they’ll probably come through no matter what, but I can dream right?
How about you – did you manage to do anything with your garden this weekend?
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