Tag Archives: gourds

Pumpkin Patch Progress

Posted on August 3, 2015 by Marla Rose

It is a fun time to check the progress of the pumpkin patch.  They change quickly now!The blossoms are providing food for the pollinators and the pollinators happily oblige by pollinating.I remember the general area I planted different species, gourds … Continue reading →

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95 Degrees in September

Posted on September 11, 2013 by Marla Rose

What do you do when it’s 95? I have to keep pig-farmer’s Berkshires cool.  Did you know pigs do not sweat?  Therefore, they are very susceptible to over-heating.  Their previous farm had a sprinkler system.  Our sprinkler system is me, … Continue reading →

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Photo Friday

Posted on September 6, 2013 by Marla Rose

I hope you see the beauty around you today.    

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A visit to the pumpkin patch:

Posted on August 3, 2013 by Marla Rose

Checking on the pumpkin patch also means checking out Mom’s flowers.  There is always something new blooming.  The pumpkin patch seems to be recuperating from the wilt problem.  Thankfully!  Early in the mornings it is literally a-buzz with the noise … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Problems?

Posted on July 30, 2013 by Marla Rose

First of all, on this rainy, Illinois Tuesday, I’ve had a few questions about eating the pumpkin blossoms … and will we have pumpkins if we eat the blossoms? There are male and female blossoms. Hate to be cruel here, … Continue reading →

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A beautiful Monday

Posted on June 24, 2013 by Marla Rose

This morning’s 5:30 sunrise is the new header for my blog page.  It was a good start for a Monday morning.  If the sun would rise this early in the winter, I think I could get up easier on winter mornings! … Continue reading →

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