Posting this as a goal for myself. The plan for the future blackberry bed. Do this now, plant bare root in the early spring. Finger crossed. 

Hugelkultur (hoo-gul-culture), is a German horticulture method to make raised beds that use rotting wood to provide nutrients for fruits, vegetables, and herbs. This permaculture technique allows gardeners to replicate nutrient cycles that occur in natural forest areas. By layering different materials (compost, mulch, fertilizer, etc.) on top of the wood to provide additional nutrients, gardeners are able to create a self-sustaining raised bed.

 

Spotted a couple of friends at the community garden today. Here’s hoping they like gophers! (photo thanks to Erica!)

 Maggie and Luke are trying a new-to-us method of staking zucchini plants this year. Fingers crossed for a huge harvest. Check out the method: How to Grow Zucchini: You've Been Doing It All Wrong. (theartofdoingstuff.com)

 The new-to-us greenhouse has arrived. With a little TLC, we'll be set for Spring and new starts. 

 August, October, November and 60 yards of bark has been moved in to cover all our pathways. Could have use a bit more but everything looks great now. Great turnout, too. Everyone worked so well together and had a good time. 

 Ding Dong, 2 gophers dead. We've been chasing these guys from box to box for more than a month. The gopher trapping has finally paid off. Good work, Bill and Erica, Rebecca and Daphne! 

Sweet potato harvest started today; a total of 45 pounds was collected. The bed was only watered every 10 days or so, due to the current drought. The largest bunches occurred because an olla was set between the plants. Slow and continuous seeping water produced excellent results.