The Garden Has Been Plowed!

Looks like someone from the University came out and plowed the garden yesterday. We know that you are all anxious to get out there, so Abigail and I were able to mark off all of the plots with orange flags. The plots are only marked off at their four corners. When you put up the fence to your plot, please remove the orange flags and place them in the bucket in the shed so that they may be reused. Also, when putting up your fences, please make sure that you are not blocking any hoses. If you have a half plot, you may want to work with your neighbor on a gate system for them to access the inner most plot.

It is still quite cold, and is supposed to storm the next couple of days, but I am sure that won't slow any of us down!

Happy Fencing,
Khirika

Plowing

I just wanted to update all fellow gardeners and let you know that I received an e-mail from the Grounds Foreman who said they will try to plow this week. Unfortunately, this is the most specific information that we can get. Looking at the weather forecast, it may not happen even this week since it may rain/snow tomorrow. I will keep everyone up to date as I find out more information.

Anxiously awaiting spring,
Khirika

Spring Cleaning

Thanks to everyone who made it to the clean-up and/or kick-off yesterday! It was nice to put faces to names, and we got a lot of work done preparing the garden for plowing, even though it was pretty cold. If you haven't yet done so, we need you to make the time to clear your plot of all fences, stakes, cages, and tall weeds as soon as possible.
Fences and stakes store behind the garden shed, and cages are currently snuggled in between the shed and the garden fence. The university won't plow until it's dry, and there's still some standing water in the garden, but a few warm days might be enough to dry the soil and we need to be ready.

As part of the kickoff, the shed combination lock has been updated (new combination: 2011) and we did a major shed cleanup as well.

We printed up some handouts about NJ gardening (when to plant, varieties that do well, tips specific to our garden, etc) and made them available at the social. I'm going to stick some extra packets in the shed, so if you missed the party but still want info, stop by and pick one up (or email me with your address and I will drop one in your mailbox).

Garden Kick Off and Clean Up!

Gardeners mark your calendar for this Saturday, March 26th! We encourage you to join us from 11am to 1pm out in the garden to clear your plot before plowing this season. All fencing, stakes, tomato cages, etc. needs to be cleared from your plot. If you are new to the garden, this may mean cleaning up from the gardener who had the plot before you. After clean up, come join your fellow gardeners at the Butler Community Room from 2-4pm to enjoy a nice cold drink and snacks. At the Garden Kick Off, you will get to meet and interact with your fellow gardeners and exchange tips and resources/knowledge to help you have a successful gardening season.

If you cannot make it to the garden clean up on Saturday morning, please make sure that your plot is cleared by the end of Sunday, March 27th.

We look forward to seeing you all this weekend!

Beautiful weekend- let's get to work!

Before the garden gets plowed, all fences, stakes, cages, trellises, gates, etc. must be removed. You are responsible for clearing your plot (even if you're a new gardener and it means you'll be cleaning up someone else's mess).

It looks like this is going to be a really nice early spring weekend; it would be great to get outdoors and do some garden prep work!

As you're starting to map out what and where to plant this season, check out the links on the right (under seeds/ plants/ equipment/ nurseries) for local and internet resources to help you get started.

Save The Date- 3/26!

We're planning the Spring Kick-Off Party for the afternoon of March 26th. The official invitation will follow soon, but this little shindig will be your opportunity to meet and greet your fellow gardeners, swap gardening tips, and learn more about organic gardening at Butler.